If I am writing one book, but in both hard copies and soft, do I need to copyright them both or is one good for them both?
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Answered on September 20, 2022
As noted, only one registration will be needed assuming the creative expression does not change. If this is a ghost writing agreement usually that...
How to submit a product idea to a large company without getting ripped off?
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Answered on September 20, 2022
The short answer is that you need to enter into a legal relationship with the entity. This usually comes in the form of a written agreement like a...
Copyright law about videos
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Answered on September 19, 2022
In most cases, using content for your own personal use will not be considered infringing or more specifically the courts consider it di minimis...
Can I photograph a storefront to use in an ad for apparel without getting their permission?
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Answered on September 19, 2022
I agree. Maybe this is no problem, or perhaps it could be. I like the idea of just getting a licensed image or even royalty free from many stock...
Can i buy used/vintage brands, customize them and then sell them under my brand, but say it is customized?
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Answered on September 19, 2022
In general, you are free to buy an item then lend some artistic contributions to it and resell it. A good example might be taking a generic denim...
Can I copy music from web for private use?
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Answered on September 19, 2022
If it remains private and personal use then this will not be a problem. As noted, the issue is when you have a number of people involved it might...
Can a character have the same name if they are completely unrelated?
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Answered on September 19, 2022
First, people come up with new fictional characters all the time and you can too.
Fictional characters can certainly be protected even apart...
General questions re: likeness and name use...
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Answered on September 19, 2022
Your exact plan here is not entirely clear to me. You are free to write about anyone in the public view and you are also free to comment on their...
Are marilyn monroe photos public domain?
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Answered on September 19, 2022
The photos will still be under copyright. Pretty much anything published after 1927 is still protected.
If you need clarification, I suggest...
Is it considered copyright violation if the original owner cant be found?
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Answered on September 19, 2022
If this is solely for your own personal use then you have no worries. If, however, this is connected to any commerical activity no matter how small...
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