Yes, it would expose you and the restaurant owner to liability for copyright and trademark infringement, if done without a license. NFL Properties...

Who own the application? What are my rights over the application and patents?

Sounds like your employer owns the rights in the program. It is a classic work for hire scenario. If you need detailed advise based on all he...

Must I pay for each and every consultation, until I find a lawyer who is willing to work with a Contingency Agreement?

No, there are may attorneys that will offer a free consultation regarding a potential contingency case. For more information, I suggest that you...

Is it possible to patent a treatment from a certain herb that is applied on body topically?

It is possible, if the treatment has never been used in the past to treat the particular ailment. In addition, if the purified composition is new,...

Can I use this hoodie for business purposes, or does it infringe Miami Heat's copyrights?

From what I saw, you will have a very strong chance of potential liability for both trademark infringement of the Miami Heat registered trademarks...

What documents for the EFS-Web system at USPTO on a Provisional Patent Application?

All you need to fill out is the provisional application cover sheet and attach your provisional application and pay the fee. That being said, I...

Is it legal to name a product after influential women using their first name only? Ex: A lipstick after Viola Davis: "Viola"

You can't use a name or likeness of a famous person in your advertising and marketing materials or product name, unless you are licensed. That...

Could/Should I consult with a lawyer before sighing my contract?

Yes, you should absolutely consult with an experienced Entertainment/Copyright Attorney before signing your contract. This is the time that is...

Will I get sued ?

Yes, unfortunately you can get sued. You need to retain an experienced trademark attorney to advise you in confidence regarding your proposed mark...

Will I be at risk of not being able to register my company name because of the similarity?

You may have all kinds of issues! You need to have an experienced Trademark Attorney conduct a full search, not an exact hit search on the USPTO...