Can a company who has a trademark word that is similar to a word in my business name sue me because the words are similar?
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Answered on November 27, 2017
You received some good responses. Before you go any further, you should be getting some real advice on this as you were at least threatened. If you...
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Are self help techniques like the "law of attraction" available for common use?
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Answered on November 27, 2017
You are free to mention anything you like so long as you do not infringe on any rights. No one can claim a "technique" outside of patentable...
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If I name my portrait business "McDomos," will I have legal problems with McDonald's?
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Answered on November 24, 2017
Not necessarily , unless there is some reason why they would think your mark causes market confusion. As a very famous brand they can always argue...
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I’m opening a T-shirt printing company , and I’m confused on what I can and can’t print , characters , teams , etc ?
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Answered on November 24, 2017
You have to be very careful here because you can easily cross the line over to infringement.
Before you jump in, I suggest that you consult...
Can I sell brand name candy out of the original packaging? (read situation)
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Answered on November 24, 2017
I'm not so why there is a need to sell the long term storage bags with another's product in it.
The issue is whether you are causing any market...
Can I name my independent podcast a name that is already being used for someone else’s app?
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Answered on November 24, 2017
This depends. Before you invest in any trademark make sure you get some legal guidance upfront. It is of course best practice to clear it before...
Can I legally sell Inspired products?
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Answered on November 24, 2017
It boils down to whether you are infringing or not. Merely using words like "inspired" don't help if that actually reduces to infringement....
Would it be illegal to sell decanted perfumes with the only profit coming from S&H fees?
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Answered on November 24, 2017
That is a slippery scenario. In many cases, nothing really prohibits you from buying in bulk then repackaging into smaller quantities so long as...
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Can we use photos sorted on Google as Google Usage Rights: free to use or share, even commercially in a book or on a book cover?
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Answered on November 24, 2017
To chime in, no. That is a really good way to get sued. You should be using an image provider like Getty or a royalty free platform that you trust....
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Did I miss my window to protect trademark of name that I perform under?
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Answered on November 24, 2017
If someone else began use in a given market area before you did AND before you acquired a registered federal trademark, then they would have rights...
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