First, can modern rugs be copy righted? And let's say its copy righted in UK. Does it apply to US? What is your advise?

Yes, absolutely. The artwork and/or designs on modern rugs can indeed be copyright. A UK copyright registration will be respected by US courts...

Can I sell handmade items with misspelled football team names oowboys .steelars etc

Well, you will not stay legal and it will cost you a lot should those football teams or the league pursue a trademark infringement claim against...

Can they still apply for a trademark & registration number thru TESS using the name of "---- Vapor Lounger"?

First, just to clarify, TESS is the Trademarks Electronic Search System, in which you can search and display USPTO trademark status information.,...

Can I sell my versions of these two works?

Well, you can sell your works, as long as the photo was your photo. That is because the photographer has a copyright on his photography, which you...

Now my question is, i feel insulted and see her as ungrateful. Can i stop her from using all my designs ?

You own a copyright in your designs, you can register them and assert your copyrights against her. The question is, does she have a license for...

Yes, it may pose a problem. While you own the copyright to your artwork, 0osting these images without authorization may violate the athlete's right...

Can I be sued, can they force me to remove this statement or is this just a scare tactic.

As long as you have written authorization, you should be fine. If you don't, then you could be liable and sued for trademark infringement and...

Would the prior art shown on this posting http://patents.stackexchange.com/questions/1359 be enough to pursue a reexamination?

I'm sorry, but an invalidity analysis is beyondnthe scope of this forum. You will need to engage your own patent attorney to conduct the analysis...

Where is the best place to find a single song publishing agreement? What is the average rate to draft one?

Istrongly suggest that you engage an experienced Entertainment, Cooyright attorney to advise you in confidence and prepare an agreement that meets...

Is there a smart and somewhat more affordable way to file several patents with an attorney?

The most important thing that hiring an experienced patent attorney will provide you is sound practical legal advice within the context of your...