For a slogan, or phrase, (I've been thinking of) for t-shirt design, do I need to register, do a search to use that slogan?

I agree with my colleagues. It is strongly recommended that you conduct a comprehensive trademark search before using the slogan. Furthermore, you...

I agree with my colleagues that this is a question that cannot be answered on Avvo. You need to retain an attorney who will provide you counsel...

Trademark search and common law

As my colleagues stated, a trademark search should be reviewed by an attorney with experience in trademark law. With that said, a search of the...

Am I violating another company's trademark?

This is certainly a question that needs to be asked to retained counsel. Without knowing all the specifics and details, it is not possible for an...

Trademark use

I agree with the other lawyers; the answer is complex and it is advised you consult a trademark attorney. With that said, the statement you are...

Selling trademark illegal the shirts

I agree with my colleagues. This is a conversation you should have in private with a local NC attorney.

Trademark for businesses with same name but fall under different classes?

There are many factors that one needs to consider when conducting a likelihood of confusion analysis. The USPTO primarily relies on the du Pont...

Can a company own a trademark to an acronym?

If the sequence of letters (e.g. acronym) is used in commerce as a source identifier, then it receives protection as a trademark. It does not...

Using A Clothing Brand Name That Is Close To Trademark

I agree with my colleagues and "second" the advice that you need to hire a trademark lawyer.

I would like to know what the law states regarding the use of logos/names on retail apparel for names such as Ithaca & Browning.

I agree with my colleagues. This would be a blatant violation of the exclusive trademark rights of these companies and is the type of action that...