What is the best way to let a school district know they cannot use an NFL logo

I don't understand. You want to drop a dime on a good customer that wants to bring you business? I mean, it's not enough to just refuse, which is...

Do I need to get permission from a local business to use their name and business illustration in a children's book?

I think in general this should not pose any issues, but the context matters as well. Before you jump into anything, I suggest that you consult...

This is you refer to is publicity and privacy rights, which are state governed laws that vary. These kick in when one uses the name, image or...

Am I at risk of trademark infringement for selling these beanies that have designs that kind of look like sports teams?

It's more than enough to simply show that the market identifies your products with their trademarks. By presenting this false association you...

How do I enforce a contract with the Neptune Society. to

So, not really sure what you mean here. A court is going to be reasonable and where any contract is silent, most courts will fill in language that...

Can I name my movie "GTA" or "GTA: The Movie" or "GTA: Los Angeles"? Will it conflict with the video game "Grand Theft Auto?

It really depends, this may be seen as playing off of the famous game, or perhaps not. That is, the plaintiff (GTA) must show that the use of their...

I got a cease and letter from an attorney? What should I do?

Being you received a legal letter, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your best course of action in more detail. You...

That's not a problem. You are free to take your own photo of the item for sale and resell it.

How long does it take, and what does it cost to trademark a phrase for use in commerce?

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...

Can I use Airbnb's logo for a book cover i'm writing on Airbnb??

In short, yes. So long as your use in this context is nominative fair use as it would be if you are writing a book about this company. Even using...