Maybe: There's a number of factors that help assess the level of protection for a given mark. For example: Is the trademarked name...

I have a TM application for "holy mud" and it was suspended because someone has filed for "mud". How would you respond ?

You are going to need a trademark attorney to walk you through the best arguments. Keep in mind that your mark is comprised of two generic words,...

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Do I need to do a trademark search when coming up with a YouTube channel name?

The answer depends on a few factors. First, it may be fine to use your name as your channel name. In general, names are difficult to get...

Do I have any personal liability if people steal content from my users on a website, and post it on theirs?

There are safe harbor provisions (Sect. 230) that protect some instances of infringement by third party users of a website ("interactive computer...

Do I have a case and who can I speak to?

I would follow up with the publisher and inquire if a check is in the mail. Please keep in mind the statute of limitations is running and it may...

You've asked some great trademark questions--which are going to require a trademark attorney to answer. The good news is that many offer some sort...

I a trademark attorney

As others have mentioned, there are great trademark attorneys on this site that handle trademark registrations for a flat rate.

Trademark search and registration for company name and logo

Many trademark lawyers offer a flat rate for a straight forward trademark registration.

Do I need an intellectual property attorney?

The concept will fall under copyright and the name will fall under trademark law. Trademark and copyright have common law rights that are...

I have a copyright on a cartoon and item idea that I submitted to a company who then turned around to sell it without permission

A good first step is to organize all the written material and communications you had with the company. Then speak with an attorney who specializes...