Can I legally use "Walmart" and "McDonalds" in a non-fiction book based on real events and not get sued?
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Answered on March 15, 2019
If you publish a book, which a company considers defamatory, or to present them in a false light, they may sue you for at least, defamation and for...
Can I make a copy of a copyrighted work if it's for private use?
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Answered on March 15, 2019
Copyright includes at least the exclusive rights to reproduce the copyrighted work in copies, and it appears you would be doing this and you may be...
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Can a non profit youth organization require volunteer coaches to sign a non compete clause?
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Answered on March 14, 2019
Whether a non complete agreement will be enforceable typically depends on the particular state's law, in this case, apparently, Nevada. ...
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I am making an indie movie, may i name it "Six degrees of Kevin Bacon" without being sued or is it a registered trademark?
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Answered on March 14, 2019
Generally, if you use someone's name for commercial purpose you may be liable for violating their right of publicity.
In addition, there may...
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What disqualifiers for utility patents based on “goods” used?
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Answered on March 14, 2019
Generally, a novel non obivious functional improvement of a prior apparatus may be the subject of a utility patent application.
Generally,...
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Can I sell posters with paintings of Lamborghinis, Bugattis, Porsches etc?
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Answered on March 14, 2019
You may be liable for trademark and/or copyright infringement.
You may make arguments of, at least fair use, deminimis use, and/or first...
Should design and utility applications be submitted simultaneously?
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Answered on March 14, 2019
Generally, if, for example, a utility patent application, with design patent quality drawings is filed, it may be possible to file a design patent...
Can I use similar lyrics from an old song, but sing them differently without copyright infringement?
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Answered on March 14, 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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Which version of my failed application will appear in public domain?
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Answered on March 13, 2019
Generally, if there was a final office action, and your amendment after final was denied and not entered, and you do nothing after that, the patent...
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How much and where could i get a music license for kareoke
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Answered on March 13, 2019
Generally, you need at least proper licenses for the performance of songs.
You may want to take a look at least at the...