Mr. Ballard has provided very astute recommendations regarding your question. I suggest that you follow his recommendations.

Is making a chain pendant of a cartoon character for yourself copyright infringement ?

If the jeweler is willing to make the pendant for you, you should be fine. If the jewelry makes more than a single copy for you and/or you intend...

Can I use a collective membership trademark to make items to sell?

If you use the marks without permission of or a license from the organization itself, you could be liable for infringement even if you are a member.

How to use a song in a short film?

Mr. Ballard provided spot on recommendations that I suggest you follow.

Hey I'm going to be releasing a animation to YouTube and I want know how to protect my original characters?

Both of my colleagues have given you great information to get started. You need to ensure that you protect your character with a copyright...

How do I go about making a sole proprietorship for selling my own artwork?

Before proceeding any further, you need to determine what is the best business form for you -- an LLC or an S corp. I strongly urge you to contact...

Cease and Desist letters in discovery - Motion for de-designating confidential?

There are many unknown facts that are necessary to respond to your query. For example, you do not mention if there is a protective order in the...

Can I trademark or should I ? TIPP OF THE SIPP as a reference to the county I live in. I want to put it on t-shirts, Hats, etc,

Merely placing a slogan on a t-shirt does not provide trademark protection as it does not indicate a source of origin. Only if you place it on the...

Is it legal/appropriate to advertise a restaurant/bar's happy hours without their permission?

Any information that is in the public domain is free to use. Hours, names, addresses, etc. generally are not protectable information. However,...

You say you don't have $35 to file for registration of a copyright? That is the best form of protection. Sending yourself a letter is just as...