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I have an idea for a reality show. its pretty great. How do I patent and present it to TV executives? Producers?
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Answered on January 23, 2019
A patent is not possible for the idea of a reality TV show. In fact, there is really no way you can protect the idea of a program.
In general,...
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Can I repackage & sell someone's product with my nicer label while keeping their name (has only a TM) on it?
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Answered on January 18, 2019
IN theory, you should be able to do this so long as you are not causing any market confusion as to the source of the product. So if you are not for...
Can i register and use a Trademark which is showing Dead on USPTO search ?
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Answered on January 18, 2019
Maybe? The mark needs to be cleared.
Before you invest in any trademark make sure you get some legal guidance upfront. It is of course best...
Can you buy an abandoned trademark(s) and use them?
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Answered on January 18, 2019
As noted, if the marks are otherwise available for use, a fact we just do not know here, you would not need to buy them.
Before you invest in...
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How can I legally stop someone from editing and selling my film that they do not own?
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Answered on January 18, 2019
You need to file a motion and get an injunction. I'm not sure about all the facts here, but you cannot assign a copyright interest orally. It must...
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Trademark: EU registration over national registration
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Answered on January 18, 2019
If the other mark holder is operating within that market they may be able to make those claims.
You should really discuss with counsel in the...
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Am I free to sell this product that used to be under license?
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Answered on January 18, 2019
It would depend on the terms of the license. If it was vague and did not address a time frame, etc. then there is no reason to think that you could...
I manufacture toy figurines and accessories my brand name is trademarked. how can I copyright the toys and packaging?
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Answered on January 18, 2019
Any creative expression will be covered by copyright law automatically. Then you register the work with the US Copyright Office so to perfect your...
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Copyright infringement on photos used by a small NGO?
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Answered on January 18, 2019
It's likely copyright infringement based on your facts. The fact that you do not profit from them directly is only one consideration of fair use....
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Can I use pure data from a paid subscribed newsletter to use as a source in a newsletter we are creating?
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Answered on January 17, 2019
You received some good responses here. No one can claim ownership of bald facts. They may claim ownership in their creative expression of those...
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