I am starting a cosmetic company called Glow Makeup, can I use this name?

You should be worried if you try this. This is a famous trademark for cosmetics. See...

I down load a movie from a legal site i found out the movie want legal what can i do about this.

"I thought it was legal" is not a defense. Copyright infringement is a strict liability tort. You may have a claim against the site. See an...

Can I write a historical fiction novel about a real life criminal who is still alive and serving a life sentence in jail?

I see no legal reason to think you can't do such a novel, provided you have a proper disclaimer. Your concerns would defamation and right of...

I would like to register a trademark. Per the USPTO site, it has been adandoned and is "Dead." Can I register the trademark now?

Probably you can register it but that is not certain because rights are based on use not on registration. In addition to a TESS search you need to...

Re: Question about online names and intellectual property

I think "generic trademarks" is an oxymoron. I think you are wrong and I will not "please note" that Phone Cards Direct is very common and...

if you want to do business in the US you must comply with US laws. the US government and the US Constitution controls the laws the US, not you and...

My name is being exploited (without permission) on a music album that is for sale on several internet sites. Can I sue?

I think you are asking the wrong questions. You should be asking if you have any rights to a share of the proceeds, which it appears you might if...

Can I use another sites ratings of medical doctors on my website or is it copyright protected?

You I need permission. Copyright protection subsists automatically, and additional rights, notice, and proof are provided by registration. If...

Tring to get a book published

Attorney Ballard has given you gray advice. I would add that you may easy to try an ebook for starters. Kindle Direct Publishing ( Amazon) is a...

How do I challenge a patent that legally should have never been issued? Is this even necessary?

You need to see an IP attorney to keep this from happening. If the prior art you have is as good as you say, you should win a preliminary...