I want to open a resturaunt but someone else uses the name but they don't have a trademark. Would I be able to open under that

They can have common law rights in their market. Likelihood of confusion will depend on the marks and how close the services are, among other...

Your terminology saying 'references' and 'realistic' seems more euphemistic than accurate. If the artwork belonging to the Seahawks was used to...

Can you patent a paint that has a specific application and property?

It's the right subject matter for a patent - a composition of matter. The might be a process too. It would need to be new, useful and non-obvious...

Words aren't copyrighted. As pointed out above, words can be included in registered trademarks. A lot will depend on the other words and the...

It's unlikely the Copyright Office database would let you find the quote. If it was in a book, and you knew the title, then you can possibly find...

The answers above are good ones. If you buy authorized posters you can display those items. This doesn't mean you may print you own.

What can I do when someone names gives their business a name very similar to mine?

It's not clear where you applied for a trademark. It doesn't appear in a Federal trademark search. If you used your mark first, and can establish...

Do you think there is a chance I will be able to copywrite/trademark this name? If not what should I do?

The above answer is a good one. You make relevant observations but there may be a number of other factors. An experienced trademark lawyer would...

Can former employer do anything re contact with their clients if no NDA/Non compete?

You don't want an analysis of this situation on a public board. The most obvious cause of action would be misappropriation of trade secrets. No...

Can I use a brand name nearly similar to a registered one and in the same industry? (the brand is also my last name)

It might be different if you also used your first name. But what you really need is to consult with a trademark lawyer about all the variables. ...