I agree with my colleagues here. As noted, it may come down to who was using the name and where first. Even if they had a federal registration and...

To register a copyright for a collection of songs with different composition dates, what year should one select?

You need to get a proper consult on this one. I would probably opt to have a professional handle this and no I'm not saying this to feed my...

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Generally speaking, one is always free to use their own name to identify themselves in their respective markets. But this does not mean that you...

The question simply cannot be answered without knowing what the book is about. If you are writing about American cars, for example, and a Chevy...

That fact that this mark is "abandoned" or "dead" on federal record certainly does not mean that it is clear to use. You will have to do what any...

I have a question regarding Second II None and SIIN for Ttrademarking.

Who knows? This is not the place to come for trademark clearance of course. I mean, we also have Delta Airlines and Delta faucets right? That...

Is it legal to give away name brand products in a promotion without the consent of the manufacturer?

No, the fact that they are the prize in a contest for example presents no IP issues unless you are creating a false endorsement, sponsorship or...

You just want a yes or no answer? Yes, of course you can be sued this is America. Let us know when you have actual factual details to...

Can I use same title for my book as title of book already published?

As noted, generally yes. You see countless books under the same exact title. If however that title is being used for serial works (e.g., Harry...

My colleagues offered some great insights. In short, the title to a single creative work will not be afforded trademark protection on its own...