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Originally Posted by ArievDhien
Copyrights shouldn't be violated in names, and it can be reported.
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Names cannot be copyrighted. You cannot violate a copyright in a name since such a thing does not exist. Please see the US copyright office's FAQ, specifically the questions "Can I copyright the name of my band?" and "How do I copyright a name, title, slogan or logo?".
http://www.copyright.gov/help/faq/faq-protect.html
Sorry to nitpick, but misinformation about intellectual property law really, really irritates me.
Also, while you're there, read about how to copyright your Elvis sighting.