Hello, I understand what FAIR USE is, but when is it not fair use?

That certainly does not appear to be fair use, at all. I am not sure exactly how this is being used, but it sounds like copyright infringement or...

I have an idea for a new ornamental design of a shelf, is this something I should patent?

From your description, it seems that you should be filing a Design Patent Application, which protects the ornamental features of an article of...

I am thinking on creating an ETF that replicates the portfolio of a top US investor. Can I use his full name to market it ?

No, the person has a right of publicity which would expose you to liability. Consult with an experienced IP attorney. Many IP firms, like our own...

No, unless you sell them to the companies. The logos are their property and copying them on signs constitutes copyright infringement and may also...

Who can pursue any legal manners in finding out if there is money?

The copyright is own by your grandfather's heirs. Unless it has been assigned. Many Copyright / IP firms, like our own offer a free initial...

Can I brand an unbranded product?

If you purchase them from a manufacturer as your "private label" then you can brand them. You can't just put your trademark on goods that were...

I'd like to get some advise on a disclaimer I'm putting on a horror comic I'm publishing. It's an obvious parody.

The disclaimer seems fine, but I would not use your name. Just the company as long as it owns the copyright. However, you better consult with an...

Can I use a trademarked word in conjunction with another word for use in a business name?

Good question, however, it is impossible to answer unless an experienced trademark attorney is able to look at a full trademark search and...

Most patent attorneys and firms are not willing to work on a contingency fee basis. Some, like our own will accept a modified contingency, if you...

Can i trademark the name of a recently defunct organization if that organization never did so?

Excellent question! However, your question poses a very complex fact situation that has to be sorted out and the details known before answering...