Can I sell my own fashion illustrations of designs from the runway, even if I give credit to the designer/brand?
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Answered on February 08, 2023
Clothing designs are not generally protected by copyright---but you may well violate trademark law if you proceed without permission. I suggest...
Is it legit to reproduce or redesign vintage sunglasses?
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Answered on February 08, 2023
Sunglass designs can be protected by trademark law, trade dress law and patent law (both design and utility). Further, while clothing is generally...
Intellectual Property Law regarding artwork of a landmark open to the public (not an actual building)
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Answered on February 08, 2023
I doubt if this statute prevents you from producing the artwork, but the issue is much more complicated. Other statutes, including general...
What type of agreement will I need to create?
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Answered on November 30, 2022
You will need an agreement that assigns to you the right to use and sell the products, and a license to you of any intellectual property rights the...
Is it legal for a veterinary clinic to use your dogs picture on The front of their brochure without asking?
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Answered on November 30, 2022
The answer is not clear-cut and I would need much more information before advising you with any degree of certainty. But let's be practical...
What counts as fair use when it comes to creating content inspired by Disney?
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Answered on October 31, 2022
This is almost certainly not fair use and Disney is notoriously aggressive in protecting its intellectual property rights. Even though you are are...
Will I be able to use quotes on T-shirts that I didn’t come up with?
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Answered on October 31, 2022
Your use of quotes from other sources could violate both copyright law and trademark law, unless protected by the doctrine of fair use. Each...
Am I able to draw characters in my book wearing Jordan’s?
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Answered on October 31, 2022
Your use of the Jordan brand name in your book could violate trademark law. It might suggest that the Jordan brand owner approves your book and is...
Can I take legal action against Amazon for locking my amazon account?
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Answered on June 09, 2022
In all probability you have no claim. You have no right to an account with Amazon, and its terms of use give it the right to lock or freeze any...
Using an existing branded product as a component of mine?
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Answered on June 09, 2022
You will need to obtain a license from the manufacturer of the Delta faucet model. Otherwise, you will run into problems under both patent and...
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