Can I trademark this name even though there is a similar one?

Also, I do not know if "blackshirts" is just your example, but the more descriptive your proposed mark with respect to the goods/services you plan...

Hello, I would like to use one of the songs ( of artist) on my newly website. Is it legal or I need to get a permission? Thanks

Copyright is not my main area of practice, so perhaps other contributors may supplement my answer to you ... If you want to play a portion or...

What protection do I have when doing business overseas?

I am not sure I completely understand the question. Do you want to use UK coders/programmers or will the site be targeting consumers/businesses in...

Can I sue a realtor who listed my house and advised buyers not to close escrow until I move out!

Also, look at your listing agreement and/or any related documents, you want to see if you agreed to any dual agency aspects. If you did not agree...

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Is it possible to claim a registered trademark because it resembles a name of famous person?

I see two questions, but I really do not understand the overall context of either one. The second question, "could I argue that the term of...

I'm interested in registering a service mark with the trademark office to spread a simple message to certain individuals.

First, contact a trademark attorney for a consultation and order a clearance search. You may want a trademark and not a trademark if you selling...

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What to do about a letter from an potential licensee of a patent?

Interesting question and it mimics a discussion I had in law school in patent law. In any event, I'm an advocate of answering/responding to all...

Can I file case for humiliation?

The only I have to add, make sure any legal advise you receive is from an OH lawyer, since as a potential plaintiff you are located within OH and...

How can I protect my interests if i ship an item to a potential buyer for his inspection?

Generate a written contract between you as the prospective seller and the other as the prospective buyer, and include those terms you want to be...

What recourse do I have as a partner and an investor to get my investment money back when the company has been dissolved?

Business entities, including partnerships are creatures of state law and can vary considerably from state to state. So if this was a California...