Copyright protects creative expression, not names like this in a vacuum. This is so even if you are making reference to other works. If you...

Trademarks are taken as a whole. The only relevant analysis is whether comparing the marks is there a likelihood of market confusion as to the...

Is it illegal? While I know of no regulation specifically, it would not surprise me if the FTC had something to say about it or if a claim could be...

You are permitted under the law to transfer one copy to a digitized format for your own personal use.

There's a good chance that this will catch a rejection for being merely descriptive. I'm not 100% convinced of it, but that is a real possibility....

We really can't say much that will help here without all the details. But if you are using the same or similar mark within the same or similar...

Not without permission. Doing so is likely to present a false association, sponsorship, endorsement or other affiliation with the mark holder. You...

What are the copyright law related risks related to my business?

If you are using other's content then there is of course some risk. In some cases there may be a valid fair use defense like parody for example,...

If yours is a true summary then this should not be an issue, but as you can imagine it is pretty easy to cross the line in the area. If you...

Do I waive all my rights to a creative work when I transfer it to a publisher?

Yes, it certainly looks like you would be giving up your rights. I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your...