Can a company or an individual use the Chicago Cubs name in a blog?

Depending on the specific circumstances, one could argue that you are creating a false association or affiliation between your company by an...

The court case, Mattel v. MCA Records, 296 F.3d 894 (9th Cir. 2002), involving the song "Barbie Girl" and the Barbie doll trademark might be...

Can I sell a tshirt design that incorporates a list of product names (no brand names) from a variety of makeup companies?

Trademark infringement under federal law in the 9th Circuit, which includes California, is based on a non-exclusive eight-factor test known as the...

Can I, instead of my attorney, file a request for extension of time to file a statement of use for a trademark?

Someone with legal authority to bind the company (e.g., a corporate officer or general partner of a partnership) may sign a submission to the...

Where do I have to go to get a trademark right to a name and my logo for my music buisness and how much would it cost?

You can file an application for a federal trademark application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO") at www.uspto.gov. It also is...

I created an LLC ( gozippo ) this is a retail outlet for the strict purpose of selling zippo products.

A similar issue was raised in connection with the domain names "buy-a-lexus.com" and "buyorleaselexus.com" in Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. v....

Question about copyright on design for tea infuser.

To expand upon the prior responses, the question appears to raise possible intellectual property issues relating to copyrights, trademarks, and...

Can I file my own trademark paperwork or Do I need a lawyer?

One can file a trademark application on their own, but a lawyer will often spot issues to consider and avoid later problems. The cost can vary...

If you think you "should sue," then you should consult with an attorney on whether the product was defective. For some general background on...

Do trademark infringements have a statute of limitations?

One factor to consider in trademark infringement is whether the competing marks are being used on the same or related goods (and/or services). It...