I planning an online course to teach screenwriting. Can I legally use other screenwriting books to teach my course?

You can use ideas. Some limited use of content might be permitted. You can't take so much that there is substantial similarity.

You'll have to make a statement under oath that no person has a right to use your mark for goods so similar that there is a likelihood of...

What are my options with an invention with no current patents but other companies claiming patent pending on a similar product?

The above answers are good ones. Another point of view is that you should think about your goals. Prior filed applications, if they are there,...

What is a good software tool to mark up PDFs for my case?

The free and cheap versions don't compare to real Acrobat. I'm not sure of the designations these days as I still have Acrobat Pro 10 or so. There...

Can I use a design from 30+ years ago as long as I do not compete in original market or use affiliated trademarks/logos?

There are too many variables. A graphic design, as pointed out above could be copyrightabile. An ornamental design for a useful item could be the...

Can public domain resources be used commercially for profit?

From a US law standpoint, quotes attributed to historical figures, if in a book or paper with an expired copyright are likely free to use....

If the images are copyrighted you have some concerns. Fair use is part of copyright law (it's not Disney's law, although there are some who would...

Hi, I want to create a DBA for my business. I do business on blogs with different names. Should I create DBAs for the blogs too?

It sounds like you are risking dilution of your identity with too many names. As a general rule, a d/b/a or assumed name is simply something to...

Am I infringing DMCA 512 (f)?

An abstract question like this can't be answered on Avvo. After running a conflict check a lawyer would need to evaluate the photo, video and...

Can I file a provisional patent using the Company's title as part of the title for the idea?

It's probably not the best idea. The title is supposed to describe the invention. And you have in mind me a provisional patent application, not a...