Is it illegal to make a Tshirt that says a professional sports players number on the front and the 1st or last name on the back?

First, I note that your question is directed to "illegality" (referring, apparently, to criminal conduct punishable by criminal penalties) rather...

Can I use content or clone a website for commercial use when the domain is expired?

You will need to purchase the content, or obtain a license that authorizes you to use the content, including copyrighted subject matter and any...

You should consult with an experienced IP attorney and obtain assistance. You may need to perform a clearance search to determine whether your...

What is a good start to start a copyright search? Is there a website that can help me do one for free?

You may also find it useful to review the music publisher search guidelines at: http://www.mpa.org/content/copyright-search

First, you need to immediately consult with experienced legal counsel. You need to take all steps necessary to register the copyrights. You may...

In this hypothetical, the question one should ask is whether or not a hypothetical ordinary chicken coop engineer who is assumed to know and...

I am not acting as your attorney in this or any matter. You should immediately seek and obtain representation by an experienced attorney. ...

What can I do?

This may be a time sensitive matter, and you should immediately seek experienced legal counsel without delay. Your question appears to refer to a...

I have an idea for a specific type of bottle, and specific type of booze to go in it. What type of lawyer would I need?

Talk to an intellectual property attorney about obtaining a design patent protecting the distinctive ornamental appearance of the bottle and, if...

If a patent has expired; can anyone claim that patent and reissue it?

No, expired patents irrevocably enter the public domain, and "reissue" is not related to reviving them. Expired patents can be revived only by the...