Typically, yes, the name is up for grabs again within your state. Although, it is possible the name may be registered in another state or used as...

Generally, only a party to a contract may be sued for breach of contract. There may be some other claim in the lawsuit that could apply to you. I...

Will I be breaking any laws by using athletes names on a menu in a restaurant?

It depends on the context. Generally, avoid doing something that suggests the athlete has endorsed or sponsored your restaurant or the particular...

How can i get someone to represent me for free?

It sounds like this is a family law issue. I have never heard of a contingency family law attorney, but you should call a few local attorneys to...

Being sued for a name that was misprinted on a flyer which is trademarked. The product does not state this name.

An attorney would need to review all the facts of the case. This is not enough information to determine if their request for attorney's fees is...

You are generally free to use ".com" within a business name. No one has exclusive rights to ".com". Many other companies include ".com" in their...

Is it allowed to start a company as non-profit (one with a true public-benefit purpose) and later convert it to for-profit?

Generally, no. When a nonprofit dissolves all its assets are distributed to another nonprofit or to advance the cause of the nonprofit. You...

A competitor has started using my slogan. I immediately applied for a trademark. While waiting, can I stop him from using it?

If you want to move quickly, you should consider a Texas state trademark. The registration process is much faster than a federal trademark.

Which trademark class(es) for online publisher who sells advertising?

It is best to speak with a local trademark attorney. It is difficult to answer this question without fully understanding the business. Plus, a...

How serious is the situation? Do I need to reply to Mediacom or deleting the material from laptop is sufficient?

Yes, you should speak with an intellectual property attorney and show the attorney the notices. Deleting the content does not immunize you from...