Can I trademark a phrase that is being used at my employers company?
It certainly sounds like there might be a trademark conflict if you choose to use the same phrase and are operating in the same industry....
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It certainly sounds like there might be a trademark conflict if you choose to use the same phrase and are operating in the same industry....
Some decor is fine. But what you need to steer clear of is presenting a false association, sponsorship, endorsement or other affiliation with any...
As noted, a short phrase will not usually qualify for copyright protection. Otherwise, any creative expression will be covered by copyright law...
So there are a few things to consider here. If you are referring to actual brands, you are free to use another's trademark descriptively in...
Any creative expression will be covered by copyright law automatically. Then you register the work with the US Copyright Office so to perfect your...
Probably a mistake to contact them. They are notorious bullies about their mark because it is under threat of extinction for being generic now that...
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Normally, no permission is needed if you are writing about a newsworthy person and using their name in the title is not a problem when the work is...
Using the content for specific commentary purposes like this should fall under a fair use scenario, but I would not just show the entire body of...
Yes, it is illegal to sell replica brands without express permission from those brands.
You can look this over: https://www.navy.mil/trademarks/licensing.html Before you commit to anything, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer...