Good answer above. I also observe you don't exactly say what your "small company" will be doing. That's only part of the missing facts that...

What can do if another business is using similar name to what I have a DBA for?

You need to retain a trademark lawyer. Start with the fact that your name combines an unprotectable geographic term am an unprotectable...

The company might have a legal right to object. Companies that have "fans" might have guidelines because while they need to control quality and...

Did I break any copyrights laws?

It wouldn't be copyright unless there were art in the logo. If you sold them to the public - which it sounds like you did not - there could have...

First, it will depend on whether the terms prohibit what you did. Comply with the terms. Second, if reproducing the work exceeds the terms,...

An experienced trademark lawyer would be able to assist and would also be familiar we with other nuances to make the best decision. If you want to...

Statutory trademark fair use requires use, other than as a trademark, where the mark is used descriptively and in good faith. If you meet these...

If you want to know what is "advisable" it would be wise to seek confidential legal advice from a trademark lawyer -- who's probably dealt with the...

You should retain a trademark lawyer and get a confidential opinion. Your recitation of facts leaves a need for important follow up facts. You...

Could I be sued for using someone else's footage in my short film?

You should have a lawyer review all the facts -- especially any writings, even emails or texts -- between the director and event organizer. Absent...