Is it possible to file a "statement of use" for a new product before product hits shelves? We'd like to get an "R" on package.

It is clear that you need to hire an experienced trademark attorney to guide you as soon as possible. If you do not, you risk setting yourself up...

Trademarks, idea or specific design?

You are correct in that copyright protects original expression not ideas. Regarding trademarks - No, an idea cannot be a trademark. Here's...

I have an online reality show. What can I use as a "proof" for getting my trademark?

It is now time for you to hire a trademark attorney to make sure this is done correctly. In order to answer your question in a meaningful manner,...

No - you cannot legally use a celebrity's name on a t-shirt without his or her permission. Such use would violate the celebrity's right of...

Can I use a hash-tag and pro athletes name on a shirt and sell them?

No, you cannot sell a shirt with an athlete's name on it without permission from the athlete. If you did this without his or her permission, it...

It depends on a lot of facts that we do not have here and you should not post on this public forum. Here is some basic information that I think...

I am seeking an example of a properly prepared pretrial disclosure (by defendant) in a TTRB proceeding.

Unfortunately, Asker, you are not going to get any free examples on this forum. Why? Because this forum is for general informational questions,...

Quick question I have the info to back up my legitimacy. Im the real creator of Facebook name and everything before MZ.

Attorneys Ballard and Ilmanen have provided you with important information and I agree with their Answers. I want to give you some more...

Does the Poor Man's Copyright protect intellectual property?

Attorney Malek provided you with a great answer. I only wish to add the following: Not only will the alleged "Poor Man's Copyright" not protect...

I own a online boutique and a competitor sent me a email saying I copied her RETURN POLICY. Can a return policy be copy righted?

In theory, yes, a return policy could be subject to copyright protection. Copyright subsists in any original work of authorship fixed in a...