Is it possible to trademark the title of my novel with the USPTO as a stand-alone piece of fiction not in a series.

You may be interested to know why titles of a single work are not protected as trademarks. Courts have found that the title of a work...

If I take a picture, and it contains a company image can I use it as the cover for an e-book?

Trademark law protects against consumer confusion. In this case if Nike thinks the proposed use could lead someone to believe Nike is affiliated...

Domain name and trademark

No your trademark is not automatically abandoned. You could still use the trademark without using the domain name. If the buyer is using the...

I am making a short film to be entered into film festivals. Can I film a character playing a video game?

Whether a use is commercial does not determine whether a copyright infringement occurs. The commercial nature of a use may impact the amount of...

Pertaining to US Trademarks

Trademark rights arise from using a trademark not just from registering the mark - so if you are able to get a trademark registration that alone...

On a trademark application, am I supposed to declare when the first use in commerce is?

You don't add this to the trademark certificate, but make sure you keep good records of your first and continuing use of the mark. If you ever get...

Federal Offense?

The basic concept of a video that makes fun of certain types of people is protected free speech - but you could violate laws depending on how you...

MLB players get paid A LOT of money to consent to using their photos in connection with various products and services, and the companies that pay...

Should I trademark my company name if someone else started using it online?

Each state has its own traedmark laws so you should check with a Massachusetts attorney. Generally you do not have to get a trademark registration...

Can a website be sued for false information ?

Yes the company or person who runs the website could be sued if the information causes harm or somehow damages another person or business. Some...