If someone is using the name as a business name or a trademark this might be an issue because they can claim that your use of it presents a false...

If they are still using the name / trademark then this is still an issue even if they let their registration lapse. Before you invest in any...

Would this be some sort of copyright or trademark infringement? (ART LEGAL ADVICE)

Just a cursory understanding of your objectives it sounds like you might be creating derivative works of copyright protected content. And fictional...

I can't really offer any conclusions here, but this seems very problematic. Before you invest in any trademark make sure you get some legal...

Do I need to pay for a technology license for technology that is published in book by the same company?

Well, certainly it is possible that the creator can limit use of his IP. Before this can really be addressed specifically we would need all the...

This sounds very problematic from a copyright perspective. Before you commit to anything, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private...

You might be misunderstanding how trademark law is applied here. Merely placing a phrase on a shirt for example is not trademark use. If I put the...

Can I use my own artistic rendering of the Space Needle as an accent in a logo for a real estate team?

As noted, trademark rights need to be cleared on this, but it is certainly possible of course. Before you invest in any trademark make sure you...

A friend of mine made an image of me modeled after a popular boondocks character , wanting to know if I could be sued from.using

If this is all done in the context of fun and for just your own personal enjoyment you have no worries. If this was done in the context of a...

What is the process to trademarking a brand name?

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...