My advice to you, or anyone starting a business, is to consult with an experienced trademark attorney and obtain a trademark clearance search,...

My advice to you, or anyone starting a business, is to consult with an experienced trademark attorney and obtain a trademark clearance search,...

Can I make a tote with a local youth team name on it?

Trademark infringement by definition is the unauthorized use of a trademark on or in connection with goods in a manner that is likely to cause...

Trademark infringement by definition is the unauthorized use of a trademark on or in connection with goods in a manner that is likely to cause...

If your particular formulation meets the patentability requirements (new, novel and non-obvious), it may be patentable. However, formulas such as...

For a patent application, can Time extension be filed after 3 month reply period of final action from USPTO?

You are correct. As long as you file the RCE along with a Request for a Two Month Extension of Time and pay the required extension of time fee,...

Can I take a photo of an old statue in a museum and use it in a book cover I'm designing?

I agree with the others. You may want to investigate whether the newer statue is still protected by copyright before proceeding.

How do i file a u.s. patent

I agree with the previous comments. While the USPTO website provides some general guidance on how to file a patent application, it is still a very...

Do I have a right to sell my paintings of movie stars from the 1930's and 40's who are all dead now?

The answer to your question may depend upon whether the old photos you used when creating your paintings are still protected by copyright. If the...

Can I use the exact same trademarked name if I am in a completely different industry?

It depends. If the two industries are closely related enough that the use of the same name in both would create a likelihood of confusion amongst...