Can I sell personal letters to me from a famous author (no longer alive) even though they are protected by copyright?
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Answered on April 11, 2019
Generally, if you have 1 item, that you own, then you may be able to sell that one item.
If you copy the 1 item, and sell multiple copies,...
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Can i call the police if i get scammed by a guy that sells fake iphones?
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Answered on April 11, 2019
You may want to see the following link.
https://www.stopfakes.gov/welcome
You should discuss with an intellectual property attorney in a...
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Can I use a photo of a car part (50's tail fin) with no visible band name or logo, in an ad that's selling designer faucets?
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Answered on April 11, 2019
Generally, if this is someone else's photograph, there may be at least copyright infringement issues.
There may also be trademark infringement...
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How much does it cost to buy film rights to a book? Would the illustrations be covered, too? Or, is that separate?
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Answered on April 11, 2019
Generally, it would depend on the book. For example a very popular author, with a very popular book would probably demand more money than a less...
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Can submit an entire songs to copy write when i only own the rights to the lyrics?
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Answered on April 11, 2019
The deposit requirements for a musical composition generally, are shown at the link below.
https://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ50.pdf
You...
Am I able to file for a patent outside of work if I came up with the idea at work?
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Answered on April 10, 2019
Generally, it may depend on if there is a written agreement with the company regarding inventions and based on state law.
You should discuss...
Music copyright for songs using bible scripture
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Answered on April 10, 2019
Generally, you may need to indicate pre-existing public domain material.
You should discuss with an intellectual property attorney in a private...
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Can I make t shirts with classic book titles and illustrations?
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Answered on April 10, 2019
There appear to be, at least, active U.S. trademark registrations for "SHERLOCK HOLMES", and you may be liable for, at least, trademark...
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How can I protect my trademark??
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Answered on April 10, 2019
Generally, one needs to control quality, when licensing a trademark, and "naked licensing" can lead to loss of trademark rights.
You should...
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How many rules can I copy from a previous card game before it's considered illegal?
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Answered on April 10, 2019
Generally, the issue would typically be substantial similarity, which would be looked at on a case by case basis, and there is not a fixed number...