Can I use a large manufacturer’s brand name as a synthetic in my business brand name?

As a general rule it is not a good idea to use a major manufacturer's name in promoting your business. Your question does not state how you wish to...

Can I be sued for this?

An important consideration is likelihood of confusion in the marketplace as to the source of goods or services. One question that can be asked is...

The standard for trademark infringement is likelihood of confusion as to the source of the goods. Identicality of words alone does not...

Creating an app should not be copyright infringement, unless you copied the app from someone else. Translating from text to audio is generally...

What is the best type of construction entity to form with a friend corporation or partnership?

"What is the best type of construction entity ?" If you care about your tax consequences and operating relationships, there is not a...

In many cases identical marks may exist, e.g., Delta Airlines and Delta Faucets. Is the Turkish company causing any confusion? You say trademark...

What rights does a closed business have?

It is not immediately apparent that intellectual property is present. However, depending on the agreement between the groomer and the salon, the...

It is to your credit that you are not convinced. Copying at low resolution is still copying. Having ads in the app appears to be a commercial use...

At first blush, it seems that this project would consist entirely of material whose copyright belongs to someone else. There may be originality in...

In one scenario, both you and the producer could each trust each other's handshake. But without a contract how can you really know what you shook...