Am I allowed to use logos of other companies if I am using it in a non harmful, and non financial benefit way?

A trademark is intangible personal property -- and, like all property, its owner enjoys the right to exclude all others from using it. There...

What type of lawyer do I need to research if a book is in copyright since it is not readily apparent?

As my colleague notes, the Copyright Office will [for a fee] search its records to determine whether the copyright in the book was registered. If...

You should read the relevant law [via the first link below], buy a few books on how to start and manage an adult website [via the second link],...

Is it possible to get attorney fees if a trademark is cancelled for the "public interest" under CCP 1021.5?

Your premise is wrong. A court cannot "cancel" a trademark. It can only cancel the registration for a trademark and order that someone not use...

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It's unlawful in California "to use a seal, emblem, insignia, trade or brand name, or any other term, symbol, or content that reasonably could be...

I want to write a vegan cook book. As from what I read its legal to put ingredients and directions only and maybe change i bit.

I think you're asking whether it's lawful to alter, a bit, already-published recipes and then publish your versions in your own cookbook. Maybe....

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

As my colleague notes, a card game can be protected under a number bodies of law -- including patent law. Visit the link below to view just...

Do I need to file another trademark?

I don't understand your question. First, a company name [a "trade name"] does not also automatically serve as a trademark. The name must also...

Will changing an iconic cartoon characters likeness be illegal?

As described, your “animated web series” is very likely NOT a parody under copyright law. A parody is the “use of some elements of a prior...

Is copying an image into a book being used for charitable purposes fair use?

I think you're asking whether you would infringe the copyright in a map that you didn't create if you include it in your "photo documentary." ...