Yes and no. You buying something like this for your own personal use is not going to amount to anything, but it is possible that it might be seized...

Can I use famous, deceased celebrity entertainers, such as the Marx Brothers, as characters in an original teleplay or novel?

You could, but the context matters. For example, it is one thing for me to use real people in a completely fictional setting and a different thing...

Will I have copyright issues trying to sell the artwork on T-shirt’s?

What you describe sure sounds like it would be an infringing derivative work. Before you commit to anything, I suggest that you consult with a...

I want to collaborate with a local restaurant, what license would they need in order to sell my Jell-O shots?

This depends on what you mean. There are licenses and permits that may be needed to manufacture and sell alcohol. Then there are licenses involved...

Can I do anything legally to an ex who is using my email and address to sign me up for things ?

This does happen all the time. Once your email is captured it can be exploited this way. If you can prove that they are doing it, then I suggest a...

Can I trademark and copyright a business name I came up with?

If there was a partnership in place then it is likely that the trademark belongs to that partnership irrespective of who came up with the name and...

Can I print an article of clothing that displays the letters KD in black and white?

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...

Will I be sued for having a similar name as another business?

In my opinion, these marks leave different market impressions even though they share the same root "buzz" within them. But you should be concerned...

Your models can wear any shoes they want. As you note, they are not going to go barefoot and they will be wearing someone's brand of shoe. But the...

You will need to have a written "work for hire / assignment" agreement created that will transfer rights in those works to you. Before you...