Does the European Union require use in commerce before granting a trademark registration?

Marks are permitted to register but require use within five years.' If you are thinking of applying for a CTM you would do well to contact an...

Can I get in trouble for gathering people for my music video and shooting it like at a public basketball court?

I agree (as I almost always do) with attorney Burdick. Music videos have a host of legal issues that need to be addressed. If you are asking...

I own a small avant jazz label and want to mimic a famous jazz album cover. Same color, same font, same idea.

This is a tricky area as "style" (however one defines that) is not really eligible for copyright. However, the line between style, 'homage,'...

I agree with my colleagues. Costs for trademark infringement suits are not the easiest thing in the world to get. But, before you even get...

Copyright question. Can a logo be cut under the assumption the buyer has licensed right?

This sounds like you are getting into choppy waters. It is possible an agreement may have the customer specify they have the right, title, and...

If I were to use a quote/phrase or an image outlined by nails and filled in using string, Would this fall under copyright?

I agree with attorney Koslyn. Short phrases are not eligible for copyright. However, there may be issues with trademark infringement and...

Can I copyright a foreign or fictitious company name that I have been using to promote products for over the past 5 years?

Words and short phrases are not capable of copyright. However, it sounds like you are asking about trademarks but I am not sure what you would...

No, no, no, no ,no, and no. Buying goods only (usually) gives one the right to re-sell the product unmodified. Trademark infringement occurs...

Can I sell digital facial expression caricatures of high profile celebrities online?

This is a broad question but the answer is, yes, they may have several claims to bring against you from right of publicity to trademark...

Can I safely use the logo of a company's service in my free-and-open-source software?

Nominative fair use for trademarks is an extremely limited concept. And, while you are almost certainly allowed to say your program is compatible...