Use of a college name

From my perspective, the question is too general. The First Amendment allows fair use, including Parody, but analyzing whether a use is fair (such...

In addition to the comments of my colleagues, you need to understand that this is not a minor or technical act of infringement---this is considered...

Non-Disclosure Agreement help

Forms of non-disclosure agreements are widely available on line. A simple google search will reveal dozens of them. The problem, however, is that...

What type of patent do I need to file

It is very important to retain competent patent counsel from inception. Preparation of a patent application involves numerous complex strategy...

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Copyright law? Do I have the right to show designs I did for a client in my portfolio?

This is a very common scenario, and I get questions similar to this from clients on a regular basis. Before giving you concrete legal and practical...

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Would someone else using a performer's name on a t-shirt without permission be grounds for a lawsuit?

Over the years I have helped many performers, promoters, public relationships firms and sponsors put together many events like this. I always urge...

What is the best method of forming a counterclaim to a lawsuit filed against me for the distribution of counterfeit items?

There is one other important consideration. I do not doubt that you never intentionally sold counterfeit software packagages, and that you never...

Until the United States Patent and Trademark Office issues a patent in response to your pending application, you cannot be certain whether you will...

Can i refer to a television show on a bumper sticker?

I think this is a harder issue than some of the other commentators. While likelihood of confusion is one important consideration, and while...

I agree with my esteemed colleagues. I get the same question on a regular basis, and most of the time the person who raises the issue already knows...