While this is not likely a high risk scenario, it certainly could be an issue because you are copying and distributing someone else's copyright...

I have a fun one -- can I use the previous owner's name on my ranch? What if the name has multiple meanings, such as "Empire"?

Assuming this is not a commercial establishment and your ranch is not in any way connected to commerce then you are free to call it whatever you...

I make replacement housings for old Nintendo game boys. Are there any issues selling these?

As noted, there can be a whole host of possible legal issues. This does not mean it can't be done or that it has to be a problem however....

Probably worth digging into in more detail. Of course there is concern that you might cause market confusion with respect to the source of the now...

I came up with a quote but it turns out that it's already part of a song. What do I do?

This is likely not going to be an issue. Using quotes will generally be permitted. This is largely because using what amounts to a very small...

What do I have to answer to a patent claim ?

You say you "published" a product, not that you manufactured a product. So it is not clear how this is related to patent rights. If you purchase...

Is this abuse of copyright law?

There are two things going on. He needs to make sure that whatever images are used are clear to use and that he is not for example just grabbing...

When would digital audio mixing console manufacturers sue a musician for ownership of their work?

This was a little hard to understand. I think you are referring to copyright not trademark and I don't know why you think there would have claim...

Is it legal, and or necessary to patent or trademark intellectual property for a box subscription e-commerce business?

Patent speaks to inventions or the "how" something works. Trademark speaks to your branding. You can't protect a general business concept as...

Can I sell hand painted jackets with modern art on them?

Any artwork presently protected under copyright law would require a license for you to use it that way. If you need clarification, I suggest...