I am a songwriter and someone has taken the songs I wrote and stolen them and placed them in commercials without telling me

Just going on your facts here, it certainly sounds like you may have a claim for copyright infringement. One of the things we will need to...

Can I use Creative Commons licenced materials (non-commercial - CC BY 4.0) on a website that is monetized with various methods ?

I think you received some very good insights here. As noted, this likely falls under that commercial activity even though it is more passive in...

I have a title since 2004 I wanted to sue an artist for using M?

Titles to single creative works like songs or poems are not afforded trademark protection unless they are part of a series (e.g. Harry Potter)....

Am I infringing a copyright here?

Titles to single creative works like songs are not afforded trademark rights unless they are part of the series (e.g. Harry Potter). This is why...

Is it possible to sue an Australian company (Freelancer.com) from the US?

Well, first you need to look at the terms you agreed to and determiner what if any dispute resolution mechanisms you agreed to like arbitration for...

I agree, starting with a good comprehensive "how to" book is a great idea. There are a number of legal considerations with starting any...

Can I sell an item bearing a current trademark that is not classified in my use?

The only answer we can provide here is "maybe." Before you invest in any trademark make sure you get some legal guidance upfront. It is of...

From the way you wrote your question it seems pretty clear that you know the products are infringing right? If so, just because they got through...

What are the potential issues with using an Alternate Name since according to the state, they are non-exclusive?

Are you coming from a perspective of brand protection? Or are you merely concerned with using the trade name? If you are considering this as a...

Do I need to register the acronym of the trademark as a new trademark?

These are two different trademarks and you should clear and file the mark as you actually use or plan to use it. The Wonderful Holy Church mark is...

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