The big fragrance companies really don't like this and they make "material difference" arguments to go after entities that engage in this. These...

If Apple caused you any actual damages then perhaps you have a claim. You are likely obligated to any dispute resolution mechanism outlined in the...

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If this is a registered mark, then you create an assignment agreement and that gets recorded with the USPTO to change the ownership record. In some...

It sounds like you are describing a "white label" agreement. This is where you buy unbranded products and then place your mark on them so you...

Probably. Before you invest in any trademark of your own make sure you get some legal guidance upfront. It is of course best practice to clear it...

This makes no sense. I would need to see an opinion from any of those cases to understand what you mean exactly.

Context really matters. For example, if I created a new tech company I could not get away with using "Google Buffalo" as a mark for it. Before...

Maybe you can use it, but showing up as dead in the system does not mean it is no longer in use. It only means that for some reason it is no longer...

Usually this is not going to be an issue, Before you commit to anything, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your...

I agree, what you describe is a derivative work. So, a license will be needed for you to make and distribute these figurines. Of course, no one...