How can I acquire permission to display and share a cover picture from a published book if the author is deceased?
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Answered on August 25, 2023
As noted, the book publisher likely has the rights to the photo. If you are using the image for just personal use then I would not be concerned...
Selling Candy Variety Gift Boxes - Do you include the candy brand names in your listing title or just your gift box brand?
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Answered on August 24, 2023
There is no one answer for this. You are free to describe the brands in the bundle using text. That is as oppposed to using their logos, etc....
I wrote and Recorded a Genre of music and I was wondering if I could trademark a song name and new Genre of music ?
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Answered on August 24, 2023
No one can claim any rights to a term that is used to describe a genre of music. if you were using the term "trapjazz" as a trademark that...
Would it be considered IP infringement or passing off to sell outdoor gear similar to another brand?
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Answered on August 24, 2023
Whether you can resell in the US with no issue depends on the level of protection that adheres to the product. As noted, there could be trade dress...
Is one who plans to open a company required to register a trademark on the company name?
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Answered on August 23, 2023
Required, no? Beneficial? Usually, but maybe not in every case. Whether you need to register in other countries really depends on numerous factors,...
If a common word is trademarked in clothing can I still use it for a tshirt design if it does not create consumer confusion?
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Answered on August 23, 2023
What you describe should not be an issue. Merely placing a phrase on the front of a shirt is ornamental use and not trademark use in the first...
Can i use sports team logos in my products?
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Answered on August 23, 2023
You would need a license to do that.
If you need clarification, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your objectives...
Can I create a website tool that allows users to download YouTube videos or audios for free online?
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Answered on August 22, 2023
What you are describing certainly raises some concerns regards to copyright issues.
Before you commit to anything, I suggest that you consult...
Can I purchase a competitor's product, takes pics of it, & then legally use the pics on my website for a side-by-side comparison
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Answered on August 22, 2023
If you are creating your own images for the purpose of comparative advertising then this should be fine.
If you need clarification or help, I...
Can i use the name of a song as a bikini set’s name, and the name of an artist as a collection’s name?
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Answered on August 22, 2023
Using the song title as a trademark might be fine if it clears properly. But you certainly cannot use the name of famous people without their...
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