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If I use my employers Wi-Fi to look something up or to email, can they claim some rights to my patent?
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Answered on May 16, 2018
The fact that you used your employer's WiFi is not going to determine whether they have any claim to your work. What that may suggests is that the...
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Privacy event and register copyright
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Answered on May 15, 2018
If you are the author and owner and no rights were transferred, then there is probably no reason why you could not register the copyright. But if...
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Selling photos?
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Answered on May 15, 2018
I'm really not sure what you are saying here exactly.
Before you take any action on your own, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in...
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Can someone sue me from Thailand is I used his/her font without permission?
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Answered on May 15, 2018
As noted, you really need a proper analysis here. But yes someone from another country can sue you here for copyright infringement if in fact you...
Is my Trademark Design Search accurate?
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Answered on May 15, 2018
Apart from the good responses you already received, I will just add that I would be much more concerned about conflicts with the standard character...
What copyright issues, if any, should I be aware of in using a short quote on a coffee mug?
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Answered on May 15, 2018
Using quotes will generally be permitted. This is largely because using what amounts to a very small portion of a much larger body of work will not...
Is it legal for a person to open a fragrance business that resembles other fragrances but with a different name?
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Answered on May 14, 2018
In general, that happens all the time. In fact, you often see phrases like "inspired by XXX" on some bottles. You just have to make sure you are...
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Is it illegal to write my company name in an artwork without permission?
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Answered on May 14, 2018
I agree, this seems like a trademark issue and the facts are not entirely clear.
Before you take any action on your own, I suggest that you...
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Can you start a blog about your life experiences as long as the information is true?
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Answered on May 14, 2018
As noted, there are several problem areas here. One is the claim for public disclosure of private facts even if they are true.
Before you jump...
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Photo Copyright Infringement?
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Answered on May 14, 2018
This sounds like a violation of publicity and privacy rights. That is, he is using your name, image or likeness to promote or sell a good or...
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