If 1 word of my proposed trademark is already trademarked, will that prevent me from using/trademarking the name of my company?

I know this isn't the answer that you are looking for, but it depends. It depends on a variety of factors, including similarity of the marks,...

Where do I go to get a patent just for my idea? Is it just uspto.gov or can I also use legalzoom

Penny smart, but dollar foolish. know legal zoom and doing it yourself might seem like it is saving you money, but if your "idea" is not properly...

Is there an optimal time to file for a trademark so it can be processed faster by the USPTO?

No, there is no specific time to apply that will get the paperwork moving faster. The fastest way to get your mark to register would be to hire a...

Patent question: I have searched every conceivable internet resource to purchase an item that I cant find anywhere for sell.

As you can tell by the variety of answers and seemingly random points of law recited to you, this question is not a simple one. You ask if by...

I am starting a website for my own LLC and I want to use images of bridges I worked on when I was working for other companies

If you took the picture yourself, then you should be safe. If someone else took the picture and you do not have permission to use it, you are...

Is it infringement if I make jewelry using store-bought items and sell them?

Generally, you should be ok if you are using just generic items. Stay away from anything that is patented (it should indicate on the item itself...

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