National and state flags and coats of arms, and simulations thereof, cannot be registered as trademarks. 15 U.S.C. §1052(b). In theory, a state...

How can I make sure slogans or quotes for my shirts can't be reproduced or copied? How do I register or copyright my quotes?

If you chose a word or slogan to brand your "line of shirts" then that word or slogan could serve as a trademark (think "Nike" or "Life Is Good")...

Your question has been asked many, many times. You should read those questions and answers via the link provided below. There will be more...

Can I rewrite a song for performance?

There are two copyrights in play: (1) the “musical composition” copyright in the song you want to modify and (2) the “sound recording” copyright in...

Q: "Can I buy artist acrylic paint in bulk jugs and repackage them in little containers with my logo on it." R: Not unless you get permission...

If i want to use a clip from old movie like 'Tiffany's breakfast', how long I can clip without copyright problem?

Q: "...how long I can clip without copyright problem?" R: None -- so long as the film is still protected by copyright. Your commercial use of...

Here’s the rule: It’s unlawful under trademark law to distribute a product or offer a service branded with or using a word, term, name, symbol, or...

Buy and read a book about how to start a business in California (via the first link below), at least one book about how to start and manage a...

How can we copyright a title?

First, you need to speak with your own Pennsylvania-licensed intellectual property attorney to help you choose a non-misleading and legally...

No one owns the exclusive right to use any part of any language. At most, all one can own is the exclusive right under trademark law to use a...