No, that is exactly what trademark law is intended to protect against. Adding a disclaimer will never help if the underlying activity is...

Can a car manufacturer take down posters of photos I took with a car of theirs on it?

You received good responses. It seems most likely that they are concerned perhaps that you are presenting a false association, sponsorship,...

What steps do we need to take?

I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your objectives in more detail. You can start by calling around to several for a...

What should I do first when being blackmailed?

If someone is threatening harm to you or your family it becomes a police matter. Go to your local PD and speak with a detective about the...

Copyright Infringement?

Are you talking about actual clothing designs or do you mean design elements that are attached to the clothing like for example a graphic logo on a...

Can i print a quote from a marvel movie on a shirt and sell it?

As noted, using "Avengers" is a problem because that is a trademark and could be seen as presenting a false association, sponsorship, endorsement...

You are free to name your character anything you like. It only becomes a problem if the creative expression (plot lines, characteristics, etc.) are...

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Do I need approval from owners of non profit agencies if I intend to take photos of said organizations for commercial purposes?

You would not need permission to take photos of buildings that are visible from public spaces. So long as you are not trespassing, etc. when you...

Trademark owners can also protect their trade dress apart from the actual marks. Trade dress is anything that a consumer looks at and identifies...

Right now, it will depend on which federal court the case is brought to. Some will allow the claim based on your pre-certification filing and...