Can?

Absolutely --and if they register the copyright, than you could be liable for costs, attorneys fees and lost profits. --sounds like a permission...

Trademark problem?

A search is important here to determine who has rights Now is the time to get a real lawyer; apparently, you didn't have proper guidance in the past

Sounds like you are in a lot of trouble It is NOW time to consult an attorney that knows this field This is NOT a joke

Am I free to sell this product that used to be under license?

Time to consult an I.P. attorney in private. There are also issues of a fiduciary duty which must be explored. Assume you had a written agreement.

The toys and packaging can be registered for copyright. Registering a copyright in the toy is NOT simple. The toy may also be capable of being...

How do i get a suspension lifted by the examiner.

Now is the time to consult a real I.P. lawyer. It seems that you have been representing yourself and you now have gotten into real issues. One...

I'm concerned about Trademark issues with a watch brand I'm planning to create as there is a German brand nearly the same.

Absolutely! You need to consult a real live I.P. attorney. They may have an American registration; and, even if not, there is a concept called...

Is it possible to trademark a fairly general word?

yes, but you need to establish secondary meaning That is not simple

Buying someone else’s trademark

No, consult a professional and get them to represent you. Remember the old saying, an attorney who represents himself has a fool for a...

I am helping an elder songwriter to record his songs. Many have co-authors that have died. Families are unknown. What do we do?

You can continue and have their royalties held in trust. You must make a real search for the heirs