Can you print a quote by a high profile collegiate athlete on a t-shirt if the quote was made during a press conference?

You should be more concerned witht California's right to publicity/right to privacy laws than with copyright laws. The quote itself is not...

I have a question about shoplifting at Century 21 in NY

A letter will get sent out from a law firm that handles these claims but I have never seen them file a lawsuit. Normally after two letters or so...

How do I answer a trademark opposition with a defense that the opposition's mark is generic?

While I think that John's answer is on point, I have to tell you that you should invest in having an IP lawyer at least review your response if you...

This is one of those broad, generic questions that is difficult to fully answer in a forum such as this. Generally, there is no copyright...

What can you do if a company steals your 'idea'?

You are referring to the Wide World of Sports Theme Park case from around 2001. A jury actually awarded $240 million to two men who claimed Disney...

Nothing prevents you from receiving a second ACD, but the new arrest can also bring back the original charge and first ACD you received. More...

Selected as the best answer

I need some advice about Getty Images.

These letters are pervasive and Getty will not go away just because you give them a sensible response. Getty issues thousands of these letters per...

Child pornography statutes generally require that the photo be "Sexual" in nature - either a sexual pose, or obviously a sexual act or a...

Bail bonds

I have worked with Empire Bail Bonds in NY and have found them to be very reliable and fairly priced.

Re Trademark name for a business. Name is registered with Pat/Trademark Office yet I note other restaurants use name. Why?

Your are wise to make the inquiry but I don't think you have a cause of concern. If the name of the restaurant is a standard word, like Carrots, it...