How do I patent a saying using united states coins? Please advise.

What you are asking about is not a patent question but a trademark question. it is unclear from your question whether you are proposing just a...

If part of the business name I want to have is already a component in another business's name, can I still trademark my name?

You first need to have a thorough trademark search performed and analyzed by a trademark attorney. Generally, what you are proposing would likely...

Do I need celebrities' permission to use their photos in online word game? (Not sure if it constitutes editorial use or not.)

You would likely run into problems with the rights of publicity of the celebrities, especially in NY where they have a right of publicity law...

I want to open a business several states away but part of the name is trademarked

If you have a business ( a "dba" as you called it) with the same name as a registered trademark, then you are probably already infringing; more...

Do I need to license logos from NFL, NBA and NCAA teams to use them in my iPhone app to help fans express their support.

The major sports leagues are very aggressive in enforcing their trademarks and copyrights, so I suggest seeking licenses, especially because many...

This is in the wrong forum, I'm switching you over to immigration.

I want to copy write my poetry, ... is the "poor man's copy write" legal ?

I write about this on my website, so I will paraphrase here for you. The so-called "poor man's copyright" is a MYTH. The concept itself is...

Am I covered under fair-use copyright?

Fair Use does not "cover" anything, if a copyright owner wishes to sue you, they can drag you into court, where you could then assert fair use as a...

Is it permissible for the attorney to list famous clients or well-known cases s/he has worked on

If the attorney has received consent from the clients, then yes. Otherwise, especially in the cases of well-known clients, disclosure may violate...

While the choice of law clause should not be taken lightly and should be given thought as to its long-term implications, ultimately parties to a...