Can we trademark a unique name that includes a common word that has been trademarked by another company?

By "trademarked," I assume you are referring to a trademark registration (as my old law school professor would say, "trademark" is not a verb). ...

I saw an internet ad on a car for sale at a very low price, is the dealership obligated to sell it at the price listed?

No. Under general contract law principles, an ad to the general public would be considered an invitation to negotiate (sometimes also called an...

Is your question limited to when the US Supreme Court contrary rulings? Or when different courts issue contrary rulings? For example, where two...

How did you determine that the logos are about "20%" different? In any event, the abstract percentage of what was changed is less important to...

Question regarding interplay between trademarks and internet forums:

With due respect to my colleague Mr. Ballard, I have a slightly different take. While his point that the facts of your question do not establish...

Can I still trademark this name if?

Maybe. A significant factor would be the goods or services with which the trademarks would be used. If you intend to use the same mark as two...

Question regarding interplay between trademarks and internet forums:

In addition to the options of a cease-and-desist letter, and a cancellation proceeding at the USPTO, another option is a federal lawsuit seeking...

Question regarding interplay between trademarks and internet forums:

If you are outside the opposition period, you can petition the USPTO to cancel the trademark registration. From your question, I assume that the...

Is it always possible to use other author's work some time after his/her death?

A copyright survives the death of the author, but the copyright will eventually expire. Depending on the work, it may expire 70 years after the...

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I've used my biz name for 17+ years as a sole proprietor with a DBA. 7 days ago I received a Trademark cease & desist letter

To "put the brakes on" someone who has sent you a cease and desist letter, you need to contact an attorney. As my colleagues have mentioned,...