How much should I charge a person whose mark is so closely related to mine potential Trademark Infringement applies! I

There are lots of experienced trademark attorneys that post and answer questions on this site who would be happy to help you. The issue is what...

Do I have Intellectual Property Rights or do I have to TM my business name?

If the brand and domain name are important to you, pay the $2100 and purchase the domain name and register your trademark or service mark. Sounds...

Your trademark rights are based on use, so if you use your mark to promote your goods or services you will be building your rights in the name,...

Can I sell a garment If I have made it from a licensed pattern that I've purchased?

If the fabric is licensed, yes. However other factors may be involved, such as trademark infringement that is not subject to exhaustion. Seek...

Patent rights when inventor accepts employment to implement his invention

Good question. Probably Mr. G. loses out, the razors and blades are too close for a comfortable shave. Employer has a shop right to the razors...

What should I do about someone communicating threats through Amazon.com.

I would advise Amazon and law enforcement.

Starting a business what do I need to trademark? Logo, name, tagline? Logo and tagline locked up together?

First you need to have an experienced trademark attorney clear your Trademark/Trade Name, and your tagline. Then, if you have cleared your...

The WGA scales are minimums that the writer may ask for or defer depending on the budget of the film. The writer's attorney is free to ask more...

How can I patent an idea ?

As long as the concept is sufficiently detailed, you can file for patent protection for your invention. A prototype is not necessary. The cost...

How can I tell if a patent is retired?

A patent expires, not retires. However, there may be overlapping patents so that your product may be protected by another non-expired patent. You...