You need to do a proper clearance search for any trademark you plan to use in commerce, celebrity association or not. Don’t mess around here—...

My colleagues have you covered. The takeaway is that the US is a first to use country. If you’re only concerned about your trademark rights in the...

You should talk to the court. They will likely be accommodating (to a point) assuming your lawyer left you without cause as you say.

Technically no, but if it’s trademarked already you’re in trouble. To wit, Nike (Greek, Goddess of Victory).

If you’re seeking consultations, you can directly reach out to any of the folks listed here. If you have specific questions concerning your issue,...

Of course. You the client are entitled to whatever discovery rights are decreed by the court via discovery schedules and orders. Your lawyer...

Yes, yes and maybe. Shakespeare and Socrates and ancient figures’ works are in the public domain. Recent leaders is a whole other ballgame. If it’s...

Assuming you want to sell this crewneck, you’ve got issues as my colleague pointed out. To wit, search these USPTO registrations for relevant...

Agreed with above. It’s an office action. However take heart— requests for new specimens (evidence of use) are often easily curable, including...

Per usual Counselor Koslyn has nailed it. I’d only add that the “de minimis” defense is not something to fear to the point of throwing in the towel...