Are there intellectual property attorneys that will work on contingency?

Some, like my firm do. However, it has to be the right case, where the potential payout is worth the investment. I recommend that you contact an...

Can I imitate a logo and use it publicly for no commercial gain?

It may be a violation of Krispy Kreme's copyright to the artwork in the logo. My suggestion is design your own. It may also be a violation of KK's...

You can protect your menu by filing a copyright application. However, individual reciepes are not protectable. However, if a recipie is...

The fact that the name was used in a cartoon show will not cause you a problem, unless the author or someone else has used the mark and/or filed a...

Can another business that sells items in my classification use the first half of my trademarked name?

Your first mistake is not having an experienced trademark attorney advise you and prepare the Cease and Desist letter. If you did, you would not...

What I have to do now

Pay the fee and obtain a release. Stop illegally downloading movies! If you want to negotiate, retain an experienced Copyright attorney. I...

Is depicting the rape of a fictional character who is a minor in a hand drawn comic illegal in the state of Michigan?

Wow! You are really playing with fire! Get your Criminal Defense Team lined up in advance. Definitely not an Entertainment Law question. I...

Could I legally register a company as BGE standing for Be Good Entertainment even there is already a company that goes as BGE i.

Incorporation is a State by State determination and depends on whether the same company name is listed on the corporate register for that state. ...

Does this company have grounds to dispute my use of the trademarked name if we are working on different markets?

Sure they have grounds, they claim your product is related and is marketed in the same channels of trade. However, whether they have a chance on...

You are much better off filing the application as an "Intent To Use" ITU application and filing a Declaration of Use to once you make actual sales...