Is it possible to tweak utility patent and refile a new patent around the concept after the original patent expires?
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Answered on July 19, 2019
Generally, assuming the expiring patent is prior art, one would need to have a new invention that is novel and nonobvious beyond the expiring...
Copyright infringement if someone copied and slightly modified my own product design/digital drawing that I sell online.
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Answered on July 19, 2019
Copyright includes at least the exclusive rights to reproduce the copyrighted work in copies, and to prepare derivative works based on the...
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Referencing a game/character and also a song in a online series I shoot?
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Answered on July 19, 2019
Generally, there are at least copyright infringement issues, and you may make arguments of at least fair use, deminimis use, and/or first amendment...
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Can you use an image off the internet, of a celebrity, fro amovie ,on a t-shirt, hat has been changed into an animated drawing?
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Answered on July 19, 2019
Generally, if you use a person's image for commercial purpose you may be liable for violating their right of publicity.
You should discuss...
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Trademark registration and cancellation
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Answered on July 19, 2019
If the opposition period is over, generally, if they file a statement of use and thereafter receive a trademark registration, you may be able to...
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Is this considered copyright infringement?
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Answered on July 18, 2019
If you use the backing track, as suggested, you may be liable for copyright infringement.
You should discuss with an intellectual property...
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Is it legal for someone to put my logo with the anti symbol over it on a no parking sign?
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Answered on July 18, 2019
There may be arguments of business disparagement or trademark infringement.
You should discuss with an intellectual property attorney in a...
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Trademark Question?
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Answered on July 18, 2019
The trademark registration you are referring to appears to include at least, the goods/services of "...computer operating software for use with the...
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Intellectual Property Law
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Answered on July 18, 2019
If you reasonably, in good faith purchased something believing it was authentic, and then continued to believe reasonably, in good faith that it...
What is the minimum detail required to apply for a US patent?
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Answered on July 18, 2019
Generally, one needs to comply with all of the requirements for a patent application, and there is no set number of words required.
For...