Can a road runner animated gif image be used on a spash page? Not a website, just a promotional page. just running in place.

Probably not but until I review the details I could not possibly advise you on this. The fact that the image is displayed for 6 to 10 seconds does...

Trademark Infringement or Parody?

This is not parody. You might get away with asserting that this is a nominative use (as Mr. Ballard says), although I question this. But you will...

If I use the name zezetops for a product that is not associated with music would I be liable in civil court?

This is a very bad idea. Zezetop is a famous trademark and band name. My colleagues have focussed on trademark law issues. But there also is a...

I have an outline for a book and I am talking to a "ghost writer". How do I protect it?

The only way to handle this is to retain counsel to draft an agreement which prevents your ghost writer from using your ideas without your...

Are the following protected under copyright law in the U.S.?

I hesitate to answer any of these questions without having more information from you. Further, I think it would be a big mistake for you to use any...

Website Template Ownership Agreement (Contract)

No lawyer can possibly answer this question based on the information which you have provided. Moreover, in general it is a very bad idea to use...

Do I need a lawyer that practices in the same state that I reside in? (copyright and royalty issues)

You do not necessarily need to retain a Florida lawyer. Copyright law is a federal law issue and, therefore, you can retain counsel outside of...

Selected as the best answer

Of course, You cannot use songs in a slide show without obtaining a synchronization license. Citation to the song and its writers will get you...

How many times can the US Trademark examiner allow someone to abandon an appliction then "revive" it?

I agree with my colleague. However, I would add the following. If your competitor keeps filing "intent to use" declarations, but never in fact...

Trademark dispute?

My strong advice is that you should not attempt to do this on your own. You need to be represented by experienced trademark counsel. Filing...