If your jewelry prominently display the brans, then it is probably trademark infringement. In suggest that you consult with an experienced...

DBA (DOING BUSINESS AS) or ASSUMED NAME QUESTION: Can a "Inc" have a DBA "LLC"?

No, an Inc can't have an LLC in its DBA and vice verse. Seek experienced NY counsel.

How do I sell my drawings to a design studio?

You have not provided sufficient information. Did the design studio contact you. Do you have a copyright registration to your drawings, are you...

I have an idea and I would like to protect it before I start any production of my product . How do I go about doing so.

You can protect your idea as a trade secret and only communicate it with a confidentiality agreement, or you can file for patent protection, as a...

Is client addresses considered trade secrets?

Client lists and addresses are often considered trade secrets of a company. Seek experienced Intellectual property counsel.

Can I use a photo from a site for a business logo? I will be enhancing the photo.

You will be going beyond the license granted on the website. Therefore infringing the copyright.

Is there a difference between "invalidating" and "reversing" a patent?

Reversing is a term that is used when a court or appellate tribunal reverses a decision of the Examiner or the lower court. Invalidating, is when...

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If I file for a Trademark in the US, will this protect me in the entire world, or is this specific to the US?

Your US trademark registration only protects you in the US. You can seek forign registration based on US filing by filing forign applications for...

I'm Pro Se in a trademark opposition proceeding. Can I do a self deposition since I played an active part in the investigation?

Probably not, but you can submit a sworn affidavit. Your adversary can depose you on your statement and cross examine.

Connotation in Trademarks

They will ask the applicant for the meaning of the word, for a translation and additional information. They will also refer to dictionaries and...