Can you resell an item that you bought and make business out of it? (pair of shoes, watches, working out equipment, etc...)
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Answered on January 19, 2023
You are free to resell any lawfully purchased item and you are not required to purchase from an authorized source, but doing so ensures the best...
Patent research for video encoding/decoding before implementing a video sharing feature into a software as a service platform
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Answered on January 19, 2023
I'm not sure I understand the question. You infringe patents when you practice someone else's patent. That means when you make the same thing in...
If I create a character in digital art how can I insure I can copyright it and it doesn't step on any other copyrights?
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Answered on January 19, 2023
Any creative expression will be covered by copyright law automatically. Then you register the work with the US Copyright Office so to perfect your...
Can I modify a brand of dog collar and resell as private label? (turn it into smart collar)
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Answered on January 19, 2023
The concern is that you will be considered doing something called "reverse passing off" which is a trademark inrfringement. In theory, yes, it is...
Can I release my own music on streaming platforms under an artist name that someone already has?
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Answered on January 18, 2023
Lot's of people share names. This in itself is not really an issue in most cases. That is, in order for the other artist to make a legal complaint...
Can I publish a review with someone's first/ middle name?
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Answered on January 18, 2023
There is nothing unlawful about using someone's full name in a review. You are not obligated to redact that. And doxxing is really more referring...
Can my photo be used on tv or on internet without my consent? My ex husband used our wedding .?
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Answered on January 18, 2023
I'm not so sure there is any complaint here. From a copyright perspective, let's assume you own the copyright to the photo. His use of it for the...
Is this a problem my memoir soon published has the same name as a trademarked website startup w similar mission.
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Answered on January 17, 2023
I do not really agree with my colleagues out of the gate on this one as if I understand their answers correctly they seem to go straight to a...
How do I legally write a book that has multiple ghost legends from each state by utilizing various online sources?
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Answered on January 17, 2023
As long as your writing is your own original copy you are not required to even cite your sources if you prefer not to. So I'm not sure why you...
Can a city legally stop a sports team from using the city’s name if the team doesn’t play in their city?
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Answered on January 17, 2023
If, for whatever reason, the city believed it was in their interest to sue and show why the continued use of the name Chicago within the name of...
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