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I am introducing a new product to market. I buy my fabric at Joanne. I have a disclaimer listed. Can I use the material.?
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Answered on February 12, 2018
You received goo responses, but I don't think the facts are clear enough to offer a solid opinion.
Before you make an investment, I suggest...
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How can I stop someone from using artwork I made for them for free?
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Answered on February 12, 2018
It matters not that you made it free of charge. If this is work that you produced specifically for the artist then you granted the artist an...
Does prior use of a name supercede a trademark?
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Answered on February 09, 2018
You received good responses. You really should have all the facts reviewed by counsel before taking any action. You may have grounds to petition to...
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Can I produce (and run) an ad for a product in which other unrelated products are mentioned without obtaining permission?
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Answered on February 09, 2018
Comparative advertising is generally permissible, but that is not exactly what you have here. In my opinion, in this context it should be lawful...
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How can you file your Trademark application to be able to sell several products under your brand?
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Answered on February 09, 2018
You can add classes later by filing a new application with those classes and letting the Examiner know that you are the owner of the current...
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How or Can i trademark a title for a webseries?
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Answered on February 08, 2018
Titles to creative works can be protected through trademark law if they are part of a series. You will have to show that more than just one part...
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Who owns the rights to my column?
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Answered on February 08, 2018
Interestingly, the rules in this respect vary greatly around the globe when it comes to publishing. Here, without a written agreement (work for...
Can you sue someone for having the same business name?
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Answered on February 08, 2018
I'm not sure what you mean by "Their name is under copyright law and not trademark law" because copyright would not cover a business name, single...
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What do I need to do in order to sell my artwork online?
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Answered on February 08, 2018
Before you jump in, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your objectives in more detail. You can start by calling around...
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Can I quote some clips from movies in a historical documentary as fair use?
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Answered on February 07, 2018
As a general rule, when you use another creative content within your own work, you need permission to do so usually in the form of a license. This...
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