What can I suggest to lesson the burden of indemnity and competition?

IMHO these provisions are overly broad. You want to limit the competition paragraph in scope, time and geographical location; regarding the...

Can another business that sells items in my classification use the first half of my trademarked name?

You need to invest in an attorney to evaluate the necessary factors to determine if you have a leg to stand on. This is not something that can...

Want to post the MESSAGE to mailing lists read by profs. Can I be sued for libel/slander/defamation, other way?Any risk of jail?

You should see a labor attorney to see if you have any claims whatsoever. This is a very tricky and difficult situation as it is rife with emotion...

Does this company have grounds to dispute my use of the trademarked name if we are working on different markets?

You must see an IP attorney immediately to discuss this matter. Many of us offer free initial consultations. Use one.

Can I name the company in the title and throughout the book? What are the possible and probable ramifications?

You are liable for misstatements of fact, possible privacy violations,and possible publicity violations. You should have the book reviewed by an...

Could I legally register a company as BGE standing for Be Good Entertainment even there is already a company that goes as BGE i.

Could you legally register a company if there are no other BGE companies in the entertainment arena. Yes. But a search is required. And also file...

Does creating a community Facebook page & website make a legal business and their contracts to an entity not registered legit?

It depends. You state there is no dba or fictitious name but have you looked in EVERY state? You need to find out who does run the site to...

What else can be done?

You have a short period of time to file a civil fraud claim unless the criminal case provides for you to be reimbursed.

BY agreeing to the 150 mile radius at all you are giving "teeth" to what is reasonable for the purchaser to use against you. You need to put in...

Can I have a small company that has the same name as a small business in another country?

DO not do it if you haven't done a search in Canada and other countries. In this day and age, it is quite possible for your clothing to reach the...