Character name copyrights?

You can get in legal trouble for trademark infringement if your use is confusingly similar to that of the pre-existing character. Not enough...

Will changing an iconic cartoon characters likeness be illegal?

I agree with my colleagues and specifically refer to the end of your question: "can I still get sued?" The answer to that question is YES. Even...

Seeking trademark consultation

Many attorneys do. Go to Avvo's Find a Lawyer page to locate a trademark attorney that can help. On the Q&A page we just answer legal questions.

Terms to collect Unemployment benifits

If you're unemployed you may still be entitled to benefits. The fact that your employer didn't make deductions for such benefits might impact the...

Are there any exceptions or rights at all for an "as is/final sales" purchase from a retailer?

Your question contains your answer: "The sale was "as-is" and final."

Conservator claims additional services needed for conservatee can not be afforded.

Not enough information to be able to make that call. Consult a family law attorney familiar with conservatorship issues for the elderly under CA law.

Yes, it would be permissible. You'd have to make sure your logo doesn't suggest that your business is state-sponsored or endorsed by the state,...

Developed an educational game which uses custom playing cards and rules based off the cards. Is it patentable?

I agree with my colleagues: your game may be protected by all branches of IP: - Patent where you have developed a unique methodology, -...

Can land in Pennsylvania be sold if no taxes have been paid on it for at least 20 years ?

If you own it, you can sell it. if taxes are due on it they should be paid or they may be taken from the amount you receive from the sale. The...

Can the gov. take my 401K money for stud.loans if I deposit it an overseas bank? I only have 200,000 that I need to buy a home.

Pretty sure no lawyers on Avvo, myself included, are not going to offer advice on how to hide money currently in a US account from the federal...