Is it illegal to sell non authentic handbags in any retail store in the state of georgia

It is pretty much illegal to sell "non authentic handbags" anywhere. From the consumer point of view, you are probably only entitled to get your...

Can a business as a high school dance team to stop using their name, Golden Dolls?

They can ask, but whether they can force a change is a different question. Trademark infringement is decided based on a likelihood of confusion. ...

The specifics of the notice will be critical. As already observed, you are mixing patent and trademark, but for a standard like Bluetooth they...

Trade Mark

Trademarks are national. So it is entirely possible that there is a legitimate first user of the mark, in the USA. Unlike most other countries,...

I bought some pair of glasses from outside the united states and got it shipped through a carrier but was seized by customs

It is unlikely that the seizure would be for something other than a knock off. In very rare instances there could be "gray goods" -- authentic,...

Need to know if we need to change the name of our publication or if we can just print a disclaimer.

You present only a few facts. Very important will be who was first and in what geographical area. Whether anyone has a trademark registration...

The title of my book is descriptive of what the book is about, can I patent it?

No. Patents cover inventions-- not book titles. The name of a single book is considered descriptive of the book -- what else would you call it? ...

I have another company using the same business name as we are. They are within 20 miles from our location.

Preserve the evidence you have showing the nature and amount of your advertisement of your business name and any instances of confusion. Cases are...

Trademark Conundrum

No. You are not required to use the symbol. Using TM or not is optional.However, your facts bring up many other complex issues. You should...

What type of license do I need to use college and Professional sport logos for my own sport apparel company?

College teams have a little different structure, but you will also need a license. Where there is a conference whose members are in demand, you...