I want to know about checking on a registered trademark for the purpose of changing the ownership name

You can look on the USPTO.gov tess system. However, you probably should consult an experienced trademark attorney who can do the transfer correctly...

Graphic Designer hired hourly to create products for a start up business in Las Vegas, Nevada

If the Graphic designer was an independent contractor, then he or she owns the products, unless there is a contract in place. If Graphic designer...

Designing

Unless you obtain advice from a patent attorney, you are in a very real danger of being sued for patent and potentially trademark infringement. I...

I'm a literary agent. A prospect client wants me to deal with his attorney instead of direct contact. Is this an unusual request

You are not speaking to an attorney as a third party. The Attorney represents your client for these negotiations and you should deal with him, as...

The answer depends on the common law rights that each company established in the brand name. You need to consult with an experienced trademark...

Is it legal to print a translation of a book I already own?

No it's not legal. You are trying to rely on the fist sale doctrine, which is not applicable in this situation. It is copyright infringement to...

I need an entertainment attorney, or someone who understands the language in distribution contracts.

You can contact an experienced IP or Entertainment Attorney that you are comfortable with on Avvo and other sources. Good luck!

Copyright liability for international joint ventures

It really depends on whether the Chinese site is set-up to market and sell goods in the US and is directed to US consumers. A US court likely will...

The answer is very fact specific. Usually, copying or modifying a logo is an issue of trademark infringement, although the artwork may be covered...

You may have superior rights to assert in local state court, you should consult an experienced trademark attorney to determine the scope of your...