Can you make a painting of a celebrity on a jacket but just for personal use not to sell is that considered copyright?

If this is for personal use then you should not be concerned about it. Any court will consider such use de minimis (too small an issue for the...

Do I need separate Trademark Applications for 'mynewbusiness', 'MyNewBusiness', and 'My New Business'?

No, you would file the mark exactly as you are using it or plan to use it. For trademark purposes they are the same. Before you invest in any...

Can I sell branded products if they are authentic on Amazon?

You are free to resell any lawfully purchased item and you are not required to purchase from an authorized source, but doing so ensures the best...

Can a radio station use my trademarked phrase as a station tag line without my permission?

No one can coin a phrase per se. So long as their use of it is not causing actual market confusion then it is not a trademark concern. If you...

I have a trademark which covers 45 classes in apparel and jewelry. I believe my mark is being infringed.

If you are concerned about possible trademark infringement, Before you invest in any trademark make sure you get some legal guidance upfront. It is...

Trademark a name when a company in the same industry is using part of the term in their registered service mark (SM)?

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...

While you are always able to use your proper name to identify yourself as a trade name in commerce, you do not have any inherent right to use a...

Do I have to pay royalties for an artwork commission I hired done to be used as advertisement for a free, donation funded game?

The terms of engagement with the artist need to be worked out, but usually this will be handled through a written work for hire agreement....

No, that is not exactly what this says. As my colleague notes, the entire agreement needs to be reviewed. Before you sign it, I suggest...

Copyright permissions?

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...