What are your odds? Depends on how you define "winning". Legal costs no object -- maybe you need to make a point or take a chance -- could be...

How do I protect the name of my business?

Good answer above. An additional note: a trademark (or service mark) needs to be used in interstate (or foreign) commerce before you get a...

Can I patent a smaller version of a padlock?

It sounds like a tough one. There is no "place a patent". You would need to file a patent application describing and claiming your invention and...

Should I copyright music that I plan to professionally mix, master, or even remake in the future?

It's probably a good idea to register copyright, since it's important enough for you to ask. There's a bit of uncertainty about how far the...

How can I sue for damages and losses?

Yes. If you can prove what you describe. Proving someone's bad intent is always difficult. Additionally, you will need to prove your actual...

Can someone copy a video I took & posted on my Facebook page and repost it on theirs?

Good answers above. I would also look at your contract with Facebook (when you signed up you agreed to their terms and conditions) and see what...

Probably. There are way too many variables to describe all the possibilities. Buying inventory and warehousing? Drop shipping? Are the products...

I want to patent a t shirt design would a provisional patent cover this or would I need to do an actual patent?

A provisional patent application is to get a priority date for a later filed utility patent application. Consult a patent lawyer to see if the...

What am I able to put an a T-shirt to resell?

It's always best to retain a lawyer and get a confidential opinion. Very generally, the logo would likely create a problem. If you went out an...

Would this violate a trademark?

Avvo is not a place to get legal advice about actual fact situations. Retain a lawyer and get a confidential opinion. Generally, however, if two...