Is recording something on DVR or VHS illegal? Is there a time limit on how long you can keep the recording?
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Answered on December 21, 2018
Generally, recording for personal purposes in accordance with the Supreme Court's decision in Sony Corp. of America v. Universal City Studios, 464...
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Can I produce apparel with Mowgli, Simba from Lion King, and other characters with subtle additions? (LINKS IN DESC.)
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Answered on December 21, 2018
Copyright includes at least the exclusive rights to reproduce the copyrighted work in copies, to prepare derivative works based on the copyrighted...
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Do I need to register the acronym of the trademark as a new trademark?
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Answered on December 20, 2018
If others use WHC for related goods/services, you may not be able to get a trademark registration and/or there may be trademark infringement...
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Just wondering if I'd have an issue with trademark infringement with a blog name?
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Answered on December 20, 2018
Generally, a short phrase or a single word may be a trademark.
Generally, a short phrase or a single word, by itself, is not covered by...
Micro or small entity?
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Answered on December 20, 2018
If possible, you should file a patent application, through a registered patent attorney. If you file the application yourself, you may make...
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I started my own sports blog. I'm writing about pro sports team. Not using images but there names in articles. Is this illegal?
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Answered on December 19, 2018
Generally if you are using a trademark for news reporting purposes that may be fair use, however, you should discuss your plans with an...
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What are the potential issues with using an Alternate Name since according to the state, they are non-exclusive?
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Answered on December 19, 2018
Generally, you may want to file a U.S. trademark application, if you are planning on using a trademark for selling goods/services in interstate...
Can I resell toys from Alibaba unbranded?
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Answered on December 19, 2018
Generally, if you take someone's official branded product, remove the original trademark, and resell with a different trademark, you may be liable...
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Can I sell an item bearing a current trademark that is not classified in my use?
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Answered on December 19, 2018
If the design has a pictorial element there may be a copyright infringement concern.
However, as far as trademark infringement, it is possible...
Would it be ok to use the likeness of the seattle space needle as part of a company logo if it it is an original rendering.
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Answered on December 19, 2018
Space Needle LLC, appears to own a number of U.S. registered trademarks for the architectural design of the building, and you may be liable for...