Are there any circumstances in which I can legally sell a text-heavy art print with a celebrity’s image?

You could be violating their right of privacy and publicity, which are state governed laws that vary. These kick in when one uses the name, image...

I am writing a book. How can I get it patented so no one reprints it without paying me?

Any creative expression will be covered by copyright law automatically. Then you register the work with the US Copyright Office so to perfect your...

Can I pursue legal action for someone using my daughter’s image to promote their movie without permission?

He could be violating your daughter's right of privacy and publicity, which are state governed laws that vary. These kick in when one uses the...

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Can I sue Instagram?

If they breached a duty owed to you that caused you real damages then sure you are free to sue them. But it is not clear from your posting here...

PRINTING SHIRTS WITH PARTIAL LEGAL NAME FOR BRAND?

I think you might be conflating two different things. One is the trademark and the other is the business legal name. You should present the...

Where can i go online to do changes on my llc?

So to be clear, an officer is an employee, not necessarily a member or partner in the business, but they could be of course. In most cases,...

Does a trademark have to be identified in its use, with (tm) or registration mark (®) in order to claim it as a trademark?

Using either the common law "TM" or the ® symbol is not a requirement other than to say as noted that it might affect a damages award. I assume...

You are referring to trademark, not copyright. In general, you are free to use another's trademark descriptively in text to refer to that mark...

As noted, this would require a license. It might be low risk in this case, but you defiantly have some exposure. If you need clarification, I...

Can I contest a trademark?

First, it is not clear that you were even using this as a trademark in commerce, but if you were presumably you have senior rights under common law...