Infringement? I have copyrighted "I Pinky Promise" and intend to use that name and other copyrighted titles to sell products
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Answered on March 31, 2015
My colleagues all addressed your substantive question to which I agree. There is no copyright protection in such a short phrase, but it sounds like...
Is it trademark infringement on Chanel, Inc. if I use my name for my personal styling business: Chanell Spaulding, LLC
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Answered on March 31, 2015
In general, you have a right to use your own name as the source of your goods or services. You do not however have a right to that name as a...
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Can you list the names of celebrities in an ad in a newspaper without their permission?
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Answered on March 31, 2015
As noted, it would be a violation of their right to privacy and publicity which are state law causes of action. Some states even protect deceased...
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Copyright video granted permision then revoked
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Answered on March 31, 2015
Sure, UNLESS the written terms you speak of had a duration terms otherwise the license extended to you was non-exclusive and revocable at will....
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My previous employer is using photos of me to advertise at home shows on website and as decals on company vehicles.
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Answered on March 31, 2015
Whether you have any claim depends on the facts. Was permission implied, like for example, when it was taken you posed for it. Does the picture...
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I need to know if this app idea is legal or illegal?
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Answered on March 31, 2015
If the elements of gambling exists: chance, prize and consideration then it is illegal. If not, then it is considered a contest and governed under...
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I have a question regarding an existing domain name and trademarking a new name and how I can get that domain name without pay.
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Answered on March 31, 2015
No, you can't do that and I'm sure after you think about it more carefully it will become glaringly aware in your mind why that would not be...
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Needing assistance in copyright law, promissory estoppel and breach of contract.
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Answered on March 31, 2015
I agree with the others and I'm not so sure there is any cause of action here.
If you are taking this seriously, I suggest that you consult...
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What can I do about fake rental postings in my name/number?
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Answered on March 31, 2015
That is going to depend on how much you want to invest in stopping it. Are this fake postings for the benefit of the person that is posting them or...
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Can i use a disclaimer to use other company logos in my video even though they did not endorse it, or sponsor it
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Answered on March 30, 2015
You need to explain to a lawyer in private exactly what you intend to do. In some cases, your use along with a disclaimer would be enough to avoid...
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