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Is it legal to use words like "PitCoin" (similar to "Bitcoin") in a video game or any other form of entertainment?
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Answered on February 27, 2014
This raises a number of possible concerns. But at the end of the day, you are free to sue any name you want in a fictional story. Issues, such as...
Selling on flippa.com changed mind
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Answered on February 27, 2014
The actual contract will have to be looked over to get an answer. He certainly may have committed himself to the sale.
I suggest that he consult...
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I have an online radio network & one of my host started his own and stole all my shows ?
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Answered on February 27, 2014
You honestly cannot expect any of here to sort all this out over some free public Q&A right? There are far too may facts involved and we just do...
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My friend came to me with a IDEA to do a reality show. I said ok since she had no celebrity connections and I did.
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Answered on February 27, 2014
Yours is a fact intensive scenario. You may have zero rights; you may be holding on to all the rights. This needs to be analyzed properly and in...
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Using images
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Answered on February 26, 2014
My colleagues offered insightful responses. I will only add that IP doesn't police itself. So when the timing is right to go after them I bet...
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Can someone use my picture in their book without my consent
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Answered on February 26, 2014
As noted, there are a number of factors to consider.
I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss in more detail. You can...
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Can I create an app based around a celebrity?
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Answered on February 26, 2014
As noted, it will likely open yourself up to state law claims for violating their right of publicity and privacy.
In some instances, you may be...
What are the copyrights and trademarks around Disney's Mickey Mouse clothes?
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Answered on February 26, 2014
Fashion is not protected under copyright law in the US. This is why you see all the same dresses worn on the red carpet a week later under a...
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Is a dance routine video of this type on YouTube eligible for fair use? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGSCRv6Qbwk
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Answered on February 26, 2014
Look, you are looking for a very specific legal analysis and your purpose is rather opaque. You cannot expect to receive any meaningful advice here...
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Can I post docs on my blog that say "confidential" if they were emailed to me from an outside source?
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Answered on February 24, 2014
You are not prohibited from posting these unless you are party to a contract that requires your confidentiality or are in a relationship where...
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