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I was wondering if you can take a screenshot or picture of a movie film scene. This movie is dated 1953. ?
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Answered on November 15, 2017
It appears you may be reproducing a copyrighted work and may be liable for copyright infringement. You should discuss with an intellectual...
How much is the attorny fee , and pct fee?
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Answered on November 15, 2017
Depending on the timing you may be able to file a PCT patent application based on the same application. The cost may depend, at least, on who does...
When do you need to submit a specimen for an intent to use trademark application?
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Answered on November 15, 2017
An intent to use U.S. trademark application does not require a specimen of use upon filing.
If you have not even been assigned an examining...
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How to understand trademark and copyright law?
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Answered on November 15, 2017
Generally copyright does not cover a word or short phrase.
A word or short phrase can be a trademark. However, a generic term for something...
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Does the website where I posted a discussion, own my content, including the book and book title based on the discussion's topic?
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Answered on November 15, 2017
It would be important to look at the exact terms of use or terms and conditions of the web site, and also the particular content. You should...
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Is a literary work posted on a story sharing site considered published work?
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Answered on November 14, 2017
Under 17 USC 101:
"'Publication' is the distribution of copies or phonorecords of a work to the public by sale or other transfer of ownership,...
Can I sell photos taken at a rodeo without model and/or property releases?
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Answered on November 14, 2017
You state that the rodeo was held on a private resort/ranch, so you may need permission from the owner of the private resort/ranch, and also there...
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Would i get in trouble if i were to sell name brand cosmetics?
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Answered on November 14, 2017
Generally speaking if you buy something, you can resell that something under the first sale doctrine, however, you may need to be careful how you...
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Can I use youtube as part of my brand?
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Answered on November 14, 2017
It is likely that Youtube would assert that someone would believe that you were associated with them, or sponsored by them, which you are not, and...
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If someone wanted to make a TV show about a person or group of people with they need them or their families consent ?
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Answered on November 14, 2017
There may be a fine line between using someone's name for a commercial purpose which may violate their right of publicity, and non commercial...