Can I patent a phrase on a t-shirt?

No, you cannot Patent a phrase. Most likely you cannot Copyright it either. If you intend to commercialize the T-shirts and use the phrase as a...

What is considered proof of confusion in a trademark?

My colleagues have expertly analyzed and advise you about the legal consequences. I just want to add that many times the answer is not legal but...

Should I be paid for art work published in a book?

In principle you should be compensated for your authorship, expect that compensation does not necessarily means money. The question you and your...

About 20-25 years ago I wrote and copyrighted books on how to understand the guitar in a way that had never been done before.

There are many issues here. Did you register your books? If not can you prove you were the original author? You see idea are not protectable,...

I can't afford an attorney can I respond to a cease and desist letter myself?

The question is what is less expensive, an attorney or the fine/judgment you will get if you do not do the proper thing. Sorry, no other way out

Patent attorney steal my ip. Can I use the evidence which I have to claim for the IP ownership. This happen while I told attorn

Your statement is very confusing. What happened to the stolen IP. Did the Attorney take it for herself? If you already receive a Patent then how...

Can I put a picture of the actor Brendon Fraiser as "Dudley Do Right" in the book that I am self publishing/printing?

Yes you can use it, but you may not use it unless you have an express permission of the actor, or sufficient money to withstand a law suit. What...

To avoid/reduce the possibility of law suits contact a TM attorney. TM laws are territorial, so you will need a clearance for each country. There...

Your questions cover many areas. The main concern is whether a consumer be conffused as to the source of the product. If you take the shampoo and...

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Do I own an unpublished manuscript written by an acquaintance and given to me by her husband after the author's death?

No, you do not own the copyright, you own a manuscript. The author is the owner of the copyright, baring express assignment. If the author is...