Can a particular pose or unique photo expression be trademark, copyright or official registered?
It's most likely the case however that such a claim will need to be supported by secondary meaning in order to achieve a trademark registration....
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It's most likely the case however that such a claim will need to be supported by secondary meaning in order to achieve a trademark registration....
As noted, the issue really comes down to whether we have a material change here. If you have real concerns, I suggest that you consult with a...
Many of these works are already well in the public domain and you are free to do what you want with them so long as you are not infringing on more...
As noted, this is something that will have to be reviewed in order to come to a conclusion. I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private...
The problem is that the NFL, NBA, etc. has not endorsed your item. But if you decorate their products then use that to promote your service you...
It sure sounds like a reasonable conflict based on your facts. If you feel like you have some good arguments as to why you should be entitled to...
The issue is not whether you can take these photos. You can. The issue of whether this will cause a legal problem depends on what exactly you use...
As noted, it's possible, sure, but not typical because there is little to no value in a PPA and there are far too many factors to consider without...
If the original artwork is in the public domain then you are free to copy it or make derivative works from it. As a general rule, anything...
This sounds like at a minimum you would be creating a derivative work, which is a copyright infringement issue. You may also be violating trademark...