Do i need permission to analyze books/movies that are copyrighted?

You may comment and, within the commenting context, quote or paraphrase a character from another literary work. Fair use provides a...

About the ownership of patent.

Since you have filed a provisional application, all the claims derive from that application, thus no further novel ideas can be added to that...

To whom is "public domain" applicable?

Public domain = no private rights, that is all.

Hello. I received a "cease and desist" email from a law firm based in CA called Johnson and Pham. Also a "draft complaint."

wow, wow, wow!!! TOO MANY DETAILS at the wrong place. You have no privacy here and hwta you write can be held against you. Save the details for...

Can a company have a somewhat arguable name that can pose confusion exist in the same industry?

Why would you risk an opposition, or worse? If you think it may be confusing, then what do you expect from the Examiner? Why would you not...

You may sell legitimate branded clothing that you bought legally trough any channel you choose, including e-bay. You have to be careful not to use...

If I pose as a model for a photographer but do not sign a release, may I ask for them to be removed from the photographer's web?

You need to consult an attorney in CA, as rights of publicity are governed by state law. You need to think about what happened at the time both...

If there are several different descriptions of my service within the same class, should I select them all when trademarking?

What my colleagues stated is correct. I just want to explain the basis for their reasoning. Tm acquire right from use, not from squatting, thus...

If the application is for a word mark, then just substitute the specimen. If it is a mixed mark then the is a chance for refusal, especially if...

Am I in danger of being sured for copyright infringment?

YOUR THOUGHTS ARE ON THE RIGHT TRACK. CONGRATULATIONS. There is only one exception and that involves getting permission from every one of the...