Are photographs of TVs showing professional sports a copyright infringement?

It begs a closer analysis. In many cases copyright protected content appearing merely incidentally in another work will not an issue unless it...

In the case of trademarks, can an artist working in a series of paintings trademark their name?

A trademark is used to identify the source of a good or service. Many artists will seek a federal registration for their names under entertainment...

Am I allowed to use my city name in my company name?

Names of cities and states are used in trademarks all the time. The trademark cannot be geographically descriptive or mis-descriptive. Before...

Can I use similar colors as another company in my logo?

The standard is whether your trademark is likely to cause confusion in the market as to the source of the good or service. In some cases using...

Can I use a picture of my deceased friend in my book?

If you writing about the person and not using the image to sell or promote a good or service then so long as you own the rights to the image or...

You ask the correct question here, which is whether your logo is likely to cause market confusion as the source of the good or service. We...

I'm not sure what you are asking specifically. If you are merely reselling a branded product that is fine so long as the product is legit. If...

Can i sue my ex friend for posting my naked videos and photos?

As noted, this can be a crime if posted without your consent or done to harass you. If you need clarification, I suggest that you consult with...

Do I need his permission to use his name in my book?

In general, you are free to write about anyone you want. If it is in the context of an artistic work like a book or a movie it will not be a...

I have a logo I want to protect ?

Before you invest in any trademark make sure you get some legal guidance upfront. It is of course best practice to clear it before you start using...