I have a Vintage dress store and wanted to see if I could use pictures of celebrities from the past on my website?

Unfortunately, this is not an easy question to answer as each picture would likely need to be evaluated individually. I strongly recommend you...

Can I legally sell a product of my design that incorporates a component made by a competing manufacturer?

Assuming you are rightfully purchasing Company B's product, and there are no patent issues, you should be fine. Your recitation of facts...

Assuming there has been no use since '77, you are likely ok to use an old name and logo. The bigger issue would be to make sure that name and/or...

Create logo quiz app

The questions regarding team logos are prolific on this site. Generally speaking, it would be best to avoid use of a football team's logo. ...

Domain trademark - competitor copying domain name for their product

Trademark law protects use of a mark in association with a good or service. You'll need an attorney to assess your use of the domain name, the...

Is it ethical for me to NOT take action while my employer uses the Superman Logo as part of our safety theme (on shirts, etc)?

Unless you have some fiduciary role with, or obligation to, your employer, then there may not be any legal recourse directly against you (obviously...

Can I use my school's name on products for sale?

To be safe, you should get permission from the University. If it is for philanthropy, they may not have any objection. Otherwise, you could run...

I have a LLC with a trademark, where should I register it in the state I live or US Office?

Bruce is right, you should contact an attorney to assist. North Carolina has some peculiar trademark registration requirements that are unlike the...

Someone is claiming Intellectual Property rights on an illustration I drew because it looks like their cat.

Give Shane Cortesi (in Nashville) call and let him know I sent...

I would like to obtain a patent on design of a toothbrush. Do I need to have a local patent attorney ?

You do not need a local patent attorney, although it may be more convenient. Go with someone you trust over someone local. Costs vary by...