I want to sue a copyright infringement lawsuit against an infringer who uploaded a copyrighted material of mine, but the problem

This is why it is important to work with an experienced intellectual property attorney and not try to do things yourself. An experienced...

I received a petition to cancel my trademark registration. Do I need to file an Answer before I file a Motion to Dismiss?

The first thing you need to do is hire a trademark attorney with experience in TTAB proceedings. These proceedings are their own unique animal and...

Can I sell homemade tabletop statues that look like VW vehicles?

No, you cannot legally sell homemade statues that look like VW vehicles unless you have a license from Volkswagon to do so. It would be trademark...

Do examining attorney's office actions have any weight in the ttab during a trademark opposition proceeding?

If you are an attorney and this is your first case before the Board, I strongly recommend that you work closely with a practitioner who has...

Can I put a picture of my Harley that is photoshopped so no brand visible on a T shirt I offer for sale?

No, you cannot do this. It would be infringement of Harley-Davidson's trademark rights. Trademarks are a type of intellectual property. What...

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You can only do what you propose if you get prior permission (a license) from the owners of the intellectual property rights of each of the...

We are starting a running company and want to make sure our name won't infringe on any Trademark names that already exist. .

What you are looking for is a trademark clearance opinion and you will have to hire an experienced trademark attorney to assist you. That...

Is it infringement to make handmade wrap bracelets?

You will need to speak with your own intellectual property attorney in confidence about this. Here's why: Copyright and Trademark infringement...

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Can I use a .com URL for my new website, if there is a site that's been inactive for 1 year with a very similar .com name?

The only person who can answer this question for you is the experienced trademark attorney that you hire. And he or she can only answer this...

The other attorneys have provided you with very helpful information. I would only like to add this - you also need to be careful of trade dress...