When writing a letter to trademark holder what options should I keep in mind?

The only option you should keep in mind is to consult with a trademark attorney and have the attorney review the facts and advise whether a letter...

Do I need a lawyer to help with my book that was posted online for free

You need a copyright lawyer to write a CDL for you and a DCMA take down. I doubt the damages are going to amount to enough to even cover a lawsuit...

What is an acceptable % offering to a celeb/estate to sell a painting of faithful likeness?

Royalties vary depending on the fame of the celebrity. 3% to 25% of gross revenues is a ballpark range. Michael Jackson's estate will be on the...

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What is an aprox. Cost for getting a patent on a device using a patent attorney ?

You should get the patent attorney first. They have ethical rules they must follow. They may not tell you what you want to hear, but you need the...

Can i patent a page I made on facebook?

I think the answer is in trademarks, service marks and tradenames and in hiring an IP lawyer familiar with how to set up a licensing program based...

It's a case of copyright infringement..

If you want to pursue this, you need to get to a copyright contingent fee litigator like yesterday. You have a potential SOL problem and when you...

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Can I legally list characters from a movie/book on a t-shirt I will eventually sell?

There is a way. To do it you need excellent legal advice from a copyright lawyer versed in satirical, parodical, news, commentary & criticism...

Does the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board issue sanctions for a non party refusing to give a deposition?

The civil court does the sanctioning. It would be a contempt of court to refuse. It might land someone in jail, but more likely would result in...

Protecting My Recipe

I think that duplication is a risk you want to take. Keep your recipe secret. If it is duplicated (which surely will not be an exact duplicate),...

There are various Statutes of Limitation, depending on the nature of you IP. Patent infringements have a 6 year SOL. Copyrights, 3 years....