Does using fragments of actual movies in a video and publishing it on YouTube apply as Fair Use of copyrighted material?
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Answered on February 08, 2015
I seriously doubt if this would qualify as fair use. Your channel is commercial in nature. Your assertion that the purpose is "educational" seems...
Is It Allowed To Make A Youtube Video With Lyrics on The Screen And The Music In The Background?
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Answered on February 08, 2015
This is totally, absolutely, unconditionally illegal unless you obtain synchronization licenses from the composers of the songs, the record label...
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Parody and fair use law involving trademarked characters on tshirts
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Answered on February 08, 2015
You can't. This is almost certainly going to violate both trademark and copyright law. The exceptions for fair use and parody almost never apply...
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Trademark Word Translation
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Answered on February 04, 2015
These are good and important questions. But the answers are quite complex. In all candor, it is a major mistake for you to attempt to prosecute a...
Can I use restaurant menu content on my own restaurant directory website?
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Answered on February 04, 2015
No you cannot reprint the menu without permission from the restaurants. Menus are original works protected by copyright law. When you copy a menu...
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Could an online loan company be called Loani and register it as a trademark?
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Answered on February 04, 2015
Probably not, but before answering this question, I would need to conduct a complete trademark clearance analysis. This is not a simple matter...
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Do authors have legal responsibilities after submitting to publishers?
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Answered on February 04, 2015
Of course authors have ongoing legal responsibilities. Your publisher will insist that you represent and warrant that your works do not violate...
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I want to start my own business, in the same field Idea was taken from another company, and is not proprietary.
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Answered on February 04, 2015
None of us can answer this question based on the limited information in your question. Before you can safely engage in this business, in you need...
Can I use a cover song as my Youtube video soundtrack?
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Answered on February 04, 2015
You cannot use a cover made by a friend on your video without obtaining a synchronization license from the owners of the copyright in the music...
Should I sign a new Patent Declaration for an old patent application?
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Answered on January 28, 2015
You should consult with an IP attorney before signing the declaration. However, chances are that your employment relationship with your former...
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