Can I use a collegiate trademark in my business name ?

Absolutely not. Yes, you must get a license for that, Adding a collegiate trademark to your business names gives an appearance of their approval...

Can i become famous based on lyrics writing only?

Yes, this is not a legal question; however, yes, lyricists have become famous. Yes, you could become famous.

How do i copyright a t shirt design,

Mr. Burdick and Ms. Korbin are correct. You acquire your copyright as soon as you fix your expression of an idea in a tangible form. Registration...

Copyright Infringement Question

You were not sued by the New York southern district court, you were probably sued in the Southern District for New York. This is the first clear...

Extension of time to oppose a Trademark.

Yes, that should be possible; however, yes you are right, expert legal counsel is the way to go. Speaking with the other side should not be done...

A company applied for a trademark "vitamin fizz". It was refused for being merely descriptive....

Yes, you must see that these matters are much more complex than on the surface. Le Car might or night not be considered descriptive depending on...

He is absolutely right. The purpose of the trademark law is to identify the source of goods and services. The less likely the public is to...

Is there copyright in a selfie?

Actually, it is true. Under American copyright law, as soon as you fix your expression of an idea in a tangible form or medium of expression, you...

Can I use one nfl team color and the city name for example white shirt black letters that says sunday belongs to oakland?

Probably not, this seems to be a clear instance of infringement. You should obtain a license to make these garments. I do not believe a defense...

I need to find a trademark attorney near where I live that can advise me on our Business name being similar to a product line.

I.P. attorneys can represent people on national issues regardless of where they are. I have had clients in Texas for many years as well as clients...