What is the best way to make my tshirts sell-able?

Yes, especially if you are marketing similar goods or services.I suggest that you first contact an experienced Trademark/IP attorney who can advise...

If I add another word to the front of a mark for a trademark application, would that increase the likelihood of approval?

Probably not, t will still likely to cause confusion with the original cited mark. Select a new mark that steers clear of the prior citation and...

No, minimal descriptive use of a trademark in a book should not cause you any legal problems. I suggest that you first contact an experienced...

Can "de minimis" defense be used in reference to number of page views?

No, it refers to how much of the copyrighted work you copied. If you are being sued for copyright infringement, don't fool around with blogs,...

Does including a design in a trademark application increase the likelihood of approval from the USPTP?

It sounds like you have done your homework. However, if the words create a likelihood of counfusion you are just as likely to have your mark...

Characer names are not protected by copyright. However, there may be trademark issues to consider depending how the authors exploited and...

can i put trademark names in a movie or musical if i make it a parody

Sure, your copyright attorney, could review your script and provide you with specific guidance. Parody, is a fair use defense to a copyright...

Any well-respected patent attorneys in the Midwest area with fair fees? Any great NDA available online?

Not a question that we can respond to on this site. I also would not recommend using an NDA that is available online. An NDA should be prepared...

Is there any patent professional who is willing to revise the specification of my two patent applications for a reasonable fee?

Many attorneys are willing to assist you on an hourly basis for their work. If the applications are in good shape, ten it will not take a lot of...

There should not be any impediment to hiring an out of State attorney for your trademark work. We work with clients in NY, New Jersey, Texas,...