I had an idea where I would open a store that was similar to a custom tee shirt shop. Instead I would customize shoes.

Not as simple question as it seems. You would need specific analysis of the case law in this area, since the known brand owners in the shoe...

Good question, I had the same situation when I founded my firm. You may file your application as an intent to use application, then when you...

Could I use the fonts carried in the licensed system in many areas?

Difficult to answer the question without looking at the license agreement and your particular plans. Many IP/Copyright firms, like our own offer a...

Well, you can fight them and not get paid and own the artwork. Or you can be involved in litigation. Or you can sign the paperwork and get paid. I...

What is the possibility of the USPTO granting trademark to a name of a business already exists with similiar services.

The USPTO is unlikely to grant a trademark registration to a company with the same name as a registered mark, if the services were marketed in the...

Your copyright starts when you draw the image or place the copyrighted subject matter on tangible medium. In your case 2010. You can only collect...

Effect of going out of business on intellectual property and on financial claims against an LLC.

Very complex factual situation, which should not be discussed on a public forum. I suggest that you contact an experienced copyright attorney who...

My website is Eat Last Minute, do you think i can have any trouble with lastminute.com? There own lastminute Trade Mark

It is very difficult to advise you without reviewing the specifics of the marketplace, their registaration and your pending trademark application. ...

Can I review competitor's product on my website?

Comparative advertising is excellent business strategy but it has a lot of landmines. The FTC has guidelines that need to be followed, however,...

Looking for answer about author rights on footage not used in a video for a client.

Very complicated question. The answer is very factually dependent on the contact. Unless they have an agreement you own the copyright on the...