On average patent applications in the U.S. receive 2.2 office actions. So receiving a second office action is not at all unusual. Think of the...

Do I need to file multiple Trademarks?

No, one application and multiple categories should do. When you file a trademark application you will identify the categories (classes) of...

Can we make a book summary and sell it ?

A: No. Ideas are not protected, so you can write about the subject of the book as long as you dont use copyrighted material belonging to others. ...

It sounds like you are correct. If you want to give it more serious consideration, then you should run this by an IP attorney to see if there are...

I agree with the comment made that there should not be any issues with the barter aspect of the agreement. However, for such an agreement, you are...

How commonly used logos are trademarked infringed upon in an online marketplace setting?

This does not sound right. I would expect that a true “cease and desist” letter would be much more specific. Your best bet is to consult with a...

I have an idea for a household product and am wondering at what point should a person begin trying to patent their idea?

The timing rules for obtaining patent protection are pretty strict. You need to file your application prior to public disclosure of the...

No. That is not how it works. A design patent has a very narrow scope and essentially only covers what the drawings show. Now, if your aim is to...

Yes, you can change the title of the invention all the way to right before issue. Indeed you can change any part of your application, including...

Am I allowed to trademark a part of a phrase that has an unofficial trademark?

The answer depends on whether the use would be likely to confuse consumers. “Likelihood of confusion” in trademark is determined by reference to...