If you are conducting business (and you are by selling items) it is a business. It may not be a business registered with the state of Arkansas,...

About copyright limitations in use of national and country flags in a design.

I concur with prior responders and emphasize that you would be well-advised to visit with intellectual property counsel before you move forward.

Do I need a Public Performance License to Put Background Music on the Speakers for a High School Secret Santa Party?

I concur with prior responders and would add that the party you describe would be considered public usage.

Thinking about starting a podcast, have questions about copyright issues.

I agree with prior responders that it does not sound like you are planning a parody, and would add that ten minutes out of an hour may be found to...

My credit card was used without my authorisation to book a hotel overseas. Bank raised as dispute but hotel insist cant cancel.

If the hotel comes after you they would have to establish that you made the reservation or authorized the use of the card. I would expect that...

The key to any question of trademark infringement comes down to the likelihood of confusion for the consumer. So, if you are using a modification...

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If I register a trademark consisting of a product name in words and a design can someone else use the same words ?

The keystone of all trademark issues (or nearly all) is "likelihood of confusion" by consumers. So, it is very dependent upon what the words may...

I sold a number of football, baseball, and basketball memorabilia to a dealer from Detroit. I told him that he would need at lea

Confusing. Question got cut off in the middle so it is not possible to understand what information you are seeking.

How long does someone have to press charges on someone else??

First a little clarification. The police (or the district attorney) can press charges. An individual can file a complaint but that still leaves...

What are the risks of using real people's names in an autobiography, even if you asked him for content through a text message?

If the statements about your friends are all factual, permission may not be needed. Retain IP counsel, discuss what you intend to include, and see...