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What are the best ways to protect my logo and business texts when dealing with Chinese manufacturer for jewellery productions?

Alan's answer | Answered on March 09, 2016

First, before anything is done, you need to clear your rights in your company's name and logo. This is done by having an experienced Trademark...

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Will I get sued for selling shirts bearing this image?

Alan's answer | Answered on March 09, 2016

You have a legal right to parody of a national political figure. However, using an NFL team logo or a likeness of the logo may get you into hot...

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Will anyone else use the name? How can I make a living as a writer?

Alan's answer | Answered on March 09, 2016

I am not sure what you are asking. The name or pseudonym of an author may be protected as a service mark, not copyright. However your rights are...

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What governing agent do I report a talent agent to for nonpayment in TN?

Alan's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

You need to speak with an Entertainment attorney in Tennessee. You either need to report the agent to a government regulatory agency or sue the...

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Can I trademark a name myself with the USPTO or should I use an attorney? Is there a structure of corp. roadmap with checklist?

Alan's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

It's a bad idea to do t your self. You should retain an experienced trademark attorney to search and clear your name for use and registration. If...

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What are some entry-level intellectual property roles that I could obtain to gain experience?

Alan's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

Boston, NY, LA, Chicago, Washington DC are some tat come to mind. You can apply for a technical advisor positon at law firms or company's IP...

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Contract violation

Alan's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

The contractual rights and obligations are separate and apart from the copyright, however, there is substantial overlap. It is impossible to...

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What are your rates? Do you offer free consultations? How many successful patents have you helped others get? Thanks in advance.

Alan's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

Would be happy to counsel you in private meeting, not on a public forum. For further more detailed advice, I recommend that you contact and...

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Stop the Copyright office from "REVOKING" our already approved copyright!

Alan's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

Sounds like you need an experienced Copyright Attorney to advise you in confidence and work with the Copyright Office to get your copyright...

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Can we claim that a Youtube character is a best selling author & world famous psychologist even though he really isn't?

Alan's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

I agree with Attorney Vaccaro. You are committing fraud, you can get in trouble with the FTC or can be sued by private individuals for fraud. I...