Sure they could come after you for servicemark. When consumers would be likely to be confused as to source of the two services, there is likely to...

I am curious if I can license an idea that isn't patentable?

No, more likely they would use it and not pay if they want. You can ask for money, but unless you consult an IP lawyer and get some leverage on...

Plagiarism is a moral crime not a legal crime. But, unauthorized derivative works like yours is likely illegal (even criminal as attorney Ross...

How similar can a business name be to another business before trademark issues arise?

To be frank, Avvo is for finding a lawyer to give actionable advice not getting actionable advice to avoid hiring an attorney.The latter would be a...

Review this with an IP lawyer to discuss specifics. This is no place to try that, as general answers may not apply to your situation. Or maybe they...

If someone is using my name Graham Show but put The in front of it is it different enough to not be a copyright infringement.

Likely you have no case. I presume The Graham Show is using the term "Show" descriptively to mean a show, not as a surname. Your surname being also...

Is it legal to publish a cook book of a bakerys recipes that went out of bussness using there name?

This should be possible off you work closely with competent intellectual property law counsel. Let me break this down for you, as that will help...

I would like to sell cosmetic items that achieve the look of vintage (deceased) movie stars, and name the items "inspired by ..

Very risky business. See http://www.dmlp.org/legal-guide/california-right-publicity-law

SELLING A DRESS THAT LOOKS EXACTLY LIKE A DESIGNER DRESS INCLUDING THE FABRIC PRINT.

Based on these facts, it's unlikely you have any risk. Clothing designs are not protected by copyright or design patent. If you get an IP...

What Should I do?

He is asking you to participate in tax evasion? Remember why Al Capone went to Alcatraz? At least you wouldn't go there any more if you get caught...