I am trying to understand the difference with trademarks and right of publicity with this example.

Right of Publicity covers use of name, image or likeness for COMMERCIAL purposes. It's fine to use her name or photo for editorial purposes but not...

Can I use a name of an old music group, that is no longer together, as a name for my LLC?

Is the old music group still selling records? If so, their name is not abandoned, even if there is no US trademark registration. This rule was made...

Yes, if you word the description carefully. Trademark examiners can also reject an application based upon goods or services that are "related." ...

The question is what goods and services you are planning to use the trademarked term for. If it is for the same or similar goods or services. If...

Can two trademarks with identical names and international classes exist, if they specify different products under the class?

While the items are both in the same class, they are not identical and one would need to know more. Are the items of clothing sold in the same...

Trade mark infringement

Hi Jack, If you own the U.S. Trademark, this gives you nationwide rights for the goods and services stated in the registration. Are the goods and...

Wish to TM a company name that was merged (2005) with another larger co and need to assess risk.

Risk assessment means knowing the mark is no longer in use. The fact that the registration has gone abandoned and is not registered is a strong...

If a trademark exists with 3 words, can I trademark one of the three? The industry is the same/similar.

The answer is not black and white for two reasons: 1. The example you give is not a strong trademark and is likely descriptive if it it dealing...