Can I copyright a word that I intend to put on articles of clothing and possibly other things.

As my colleagues have stated it would be a trademark. Keep in mind that it needs to be used as a trademark, identification of the source of the...

Can the owner of a restaurant keep using my recipes and menu without my consent?

I agree with my fellow colleagues. I would like to add that if the recipes were actually written down and she made copies of them you may have a...

Trademark

The US Patent & Trademark Office only concerns itself with marks that are actually registered or applied for in the US Patent & Trademark Office. ...

I would like to trademark a new business name. what would be my first step and the best way to get this done?

There is a difference between your business name and a trademark. They do not necessarily need to be the same. In most states, if you intend on...

Can I cancel my own trademark, and how would I do that?

Do not cancel, you want the earlier filing/registration date. Clark is correct, explain the ownership to the examiner. Additionally, you need to...

This is a good example of why you should never sign anything without reading it & asking questions if you do not understand. I would start by...

Will my trademark be approved in India

You attorney in India is unable to provide you with a Yes/No answer, as there are many factors reviewed in a trademark analysis. They are...

Do I need permission(or is it public domain) ?

Most likely it is still under copyright and you would need permission. With out knowing the exact specifics, if it was registered and published...

I would like to register by trademark but I would like to know if I register under the united states or EU, I'm protected elsewh

Trina is correct, there is no one stop shop. You have to make a business decision and think about where you will be doing business and where...

Can i download movies and tv series then upload them and rent them out?

NO. This is called copyright infringement.