Sports teams aggressively protect their trademark rights. If you are profiting from selling items for the exact reason that they incorporate...

How similar can a business name be to another business before trademark issues arise?

Trademark infringement turns on whether consumers are likely to be confused. It is a fact-intensive question that you should discuss with an attorney.

Use of trade mark

This is likely trademark infringement. Consider sourcing the product from a manufacturer who will agree to private label it for you.

Should i copyright my song before i send it off to another artist, so that they can be a feature?

You have a copyright when you write down lyrics, write down music, record a song, etc. You should strongly consider registering your copyright...

I am curious if I can license an idea that isn't patentable?

Yes, an unpatentable idea can be licensed. As a matter of contract law, someone can agree to pay you for your idea, regardless of whether it is...

I have started a campaign against drinking and driving, called D3: Drink Don't Drive. Any copyright laws or legal stuff needed

You should talk with an attorney about the prior use that you found as there may be trademark issues. Your attorney can review your plans and the...

Can i use the name Blue Jedi Pool Services?

You need to save yourself some time and potential risk by finding a trademark attorney and having them help you select a strong trademark that...

I applique and quilt. if I make a quilt using my own cut outs of a NHL team, can it be sold? I

Using trademarks of a sports team without a license (even if you draw logos, etc. yourself) will be trademark infringement and/or copyright...

Hello; I know you cannot register a TM that has a "dirty word" in it, but can you imply a dirty word such as sh*t? Thank you!

A trademark will be considered vulgar or scandalous if the public perceives a vulgar or scandalous meaning. We all know what you mean, so this...

I have found two patents that I would like to make for myself to sell, both have expired

When a patent expires, the invention disclosed in it becomes available for all to use. If the patents are in fact expired and there are no other...