I'm using many famous action movie/tv icons but with slightly or totally different names and personalities as characters in my book. The story is original, but mocking fantasy and sci-fi tropes. For example I spoof Mick "Crocodile" Dundee by making a character named Paul... View More 
answered on Jan 21, 2017
You should speak with a qualified entertainment attorney regarding all the facts of your situation. Your treatment of these fictional characters may be considered "fair use", and the subject of first Amendment expression, which includes biographical, historical, satirical, and parodic... View More
My band was trademark and a former member's name is under the contract as well as the rest of the members. Is there a way to have her name removed?
answered on Jan 18, 2017
You should speak with an entertainment attorney and provide more information regarding the terms of the "contract" with the band members.
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answered on Jan 18, 2017
A lawyer typically charges a fee based on the amount of work performed or to be performed. You should speak with an IP lawyer directly to discuss fees.
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i want to trademark Virgin as my company name but i found out someone already trademarked Virgin Entertainment Africa but all i need is Virgin
answered on Jan 17, 2017
Whether "Virgin" is trademark protectable depends on the source of the products/goods/services the name is being used to identify, whether it aids consumers in identifying and differentiating between your brand and that of Virgin Entertainment Africa, and protect the trademark owner’s... View More
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