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Can a bank use their old trade name on their invoices once they've changed their name from Bank A to Bank B?
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Answered on August 15, 2016
It's a question of whether the previous name was somehow disavowed, or if both are potentially active. If you have an issue, and are looking at...
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Client stole site I created for them. Sent Web Host a proper dmca notice. No regard at all..
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Answered on August 15, 2016
I agree with Attorney Tencza. This is, arguably, not a DMCA matter. It is possible the host is not following up on things, or it is possible the...
I have an idea for a social networking app. Should I talk to a patent lawyer first or fill out a
NDA with an app developer.?
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Answered on August 15, 2016
Initial consultation with an attorney, to guide you through the NDA process, but it likely won't go overly in depth before details of the app begin...
Does an electronic/digital signature have to be a cursive font to be valid?
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Answered on August 15, 2016
In my experience, no. It may be required to be in this format "/NAME/", but typed is fine.
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Can I use the image of a Disney character for personal use at home?
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Answered on August 15, 2016
This would technically be likely copyright infringement.
That said, if you do it for your own room at home, who would know? Even if they found...
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When a product hasn't been released in the US by the manufacturer can a US company wholesale and distribute that product?
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Answered on August 15, 2016
You will need to deal with a lot of import legal matters, as well as state-by-state distribution matters. Don't underestimate the complexity of...
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An IP Enforcer sent an email to Etsy citing a bogus trademark infringement offering no proof. How can I make him retract?
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Answered on August 15, 2016
There is really no way to know for sure whether they are affiliated, short of contact Chan Luu directly. A firm or attorney may represent a client...
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Can I name my business after a film?
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Answered on August 14, 2016
It would not be a copyright issue, though there may be a trademark associated with it.
The real issue is commonlaw, where the public may be misled...
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"Steamboat Willie", the 1st released Mickey Mouse short, is scheduled to be public domain on 1/1/2024.
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Answered on August 14, 2016
Is there a reason why you seem to regularly post questions asking for advice on copying characters and other intellectual property from Disney,...
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Contracts: Is it sufficient consideration to promise ownership in the company without specifying how much?
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Answered on August 14, 2016
The consideration hurdle tends to, in reality, be fairly low, especially if you will be paying the person.
If you are having an employment...
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