My kids school tradmarked their logo. Can I still make school shirts?

Yes, you are free to do so solely for personal use. Because you are not placing the mark in commerce there can be no consumer market confusion...

We would have to review any and all written terms or agreements you entered into with them. If there are no written terms, then we have to consider...

Can handcrafted items be sold using licensed item?

You received good responses. When you buy branded materials like ribbon or fabric, etc. you do so for personal use. You are free to make anything...

Is there a way to create a legal document that prevents businesses I am working with from stealing my idea?

You are free to enter into a private contract like a non-use/non-disclosure/non-complete (NNN) to protect your interests. But before you have an...

Can a place of employment dedicate a room or wing in a deceased persons memory without family consent.?

In theory, sure. The concern would be whether doing so in some way crosses over to a violation of the deceased's right of publicity and privacy,...

In this context, it is not going to be trademark infringement unless you are somehow presenting a false association with the trademark holder and...

I'm not sure what you mean. You are free to file a DBA/FBN under the pen name so you can legally do business under that name, but that is not a...

What is the best way to avoid copyright infringement when making something influenced by something else?

I agree with Attorney Brezina. You are best to start from a clean slate. Before you commit to anything, I suggest that you consult with a...

At this point, a proper legal analysis needs to be made. Just because two logos are similar does not necessarily mean that they are "confusingly...

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I want to create monthly subscription boxes based on cult classic films. Is that copyright infringement?

I think the bigger issue is trademark infringement. You need to make sure you are not presenting a false association, sponsorship, endorsement or...