I'm confused, do you want the dog back or do you want to sue them for defamation of character? The shelter's defense to defamation is truth. So, if...

I'm curious if my situation constitutes veterinary malpractice.

First, I am very sorry for your loss. As a former veterinary technician and current pet owner, I know how difficult it is to lose a pet. I also...

I want to start an e-commerce business named "The Cinderella Box". Would this be infringing on any IP rights?

I agree with my colleague above. Disney is very aggressive when it comes to protecting their trademarks and copyright. that said, Disney may own...

My friend offered to keep my dog until I could take her back now she wont return her

Since animals are considered property in the eyes of the law, you have the ability to bring legal action against the friend. If you truly owned the...

How do i get rid of to dogs that have been left behind in my mom in laws house she lives with me i live right next door

I agree with the previous answers. I would like to add that you should look for a "no-kill" shelter if possible. Many times when you bring animals...

If I trademark and tradename a concept, will it ensure I own it?

I agree with the answers above in part. You can register an abandoned trademark; however, you may run into a common law use issue. Just because a...

Thus maybe a dumb question but how would I go about patenting my middle and last names?

I agree with the answers given above, You cannot patent your name; that would require trademark registration. However, use of surnames or family...