The other application may not need to be in commercial use yet. Intent-to-use applications allow applicants to stake their claim to a mark before...

Trademark question ... can the business name and logo be included in one application or must it be done separately?

You can include a name and logo on a single application, provided they are actually used together, or you can file them separately. Both...

Legal action threatened by party that was infringing on our intellectual property.

If you are in the cross-hairs of a litigious individual you can either comply, or deal with the situation. If you choose to deal with it, you can...

Are there any attorneys in Newport News, VA that specialize in patent and trademark?

There are a number of good, local patent attorneys you could talk to (I'm not one of them, patents are above my pay grade) and they will have a...

Copyright infringement on Amazon by unknown third party sellers?

There is quite a bit of information missing from your question that would help assess your situation (and for that you really would be well-served...

How Many Seconds CanA Artist Sample A Another Artist Song Without Obtaining A Sample Clearance? How Could Someone Get AMusicMana

As my colleagues have ably noted, this is an area where a common misconception can cause a great deal of trouble. It is also a good example of why...

Should I ask the company I am licensing my name from to help my register my trademark, or can I register it on my own?

You should talk to that lawyer sooner rather than later. Odds are you can easily find someone who will offer you a free consultation to sort this...

If hired, Will this price be inclusive of filing the trademark ? How long will this process take ? What else does this include?

The answer to each of your questions is simple: it depends on the attorney or service you use. If you want specific information about costs,...

Can I use other book as research for my book?

From a legal stand point, you can use virtually anything as a resource for your own book. That may be different from a journalistic standpoint,...

Can we make a podcast about one particular team if we state we are not affiliated if so are we legally allowed to seek sponsors?

The NFL just might be the most (over)protective organization on the face of the planet when it comes to their trademarks and copyrights. Any use...