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Can we make a podcast about one particular team if we state we are not affiliated if so are we legally allowed to seek sponsors?
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Answered on April 27, 2016
Sounds like you asked and received your answer. Neither the team nor the NFL is willing to allow you to use it's brand and logos. If you make a...
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How do I protect my game, elements of the game, the digital format, and the source code of my game? (Everything I've made)
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Answered on April 27, 2016
In all likelihood all of the elements that you mention can be protected by copyright, with appropriate notices and by filing for Copyright...
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What do I need in order to approach a movie studio and ask for licensing permission?
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Answered on April 27, 2016
You need to be able to explain your vision effectively to the executives and attorneys of the movie studio. Then, you need to effectively negotiate...
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I need a good lawfirm
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Answered on April 27, 2016
I am very sorry that you were injured. However, although you are an actor, you need a personal injury and a Plaintiff's Insurance lawyer to...
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Can wholesale clothing be purchased and resold as is? Can a trademark that is pending be used by others?
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Answered on April 27, 2016
Good that you have asked. Reselling wholesale clothing can land you in a lot of trouble, even in Court, if the clothing is branded with a...
Could you please advise if this letter has merit? Is he is entitled to claim patent pending and send Cease and Desist Letters?
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Answered on April 27, 2016
You are in a vey precarious but tactically advantageous position. On the one hand you have been put on notice for infringement. However, a patent...
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Can I?
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Answered on April 26, 2016
You should be fine, as long as you do not violate the seller's terms of service. In addition, make sure that you are not selling knock offs or...
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Am I infringing on a trademark?
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Answered on April 26, 2016
It is difficult to answer your question without seeing your design, the potential conflicting trademark and the goods that they represent. If your...
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What legal issues will I have to resolve before selling my music with these samples?
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Answered on April 26, 2016
Much depends on what source material you are sampling, the extent of copying/sampling and your specific artistic input. It is impossible to...
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Do I need a copyright lawyer
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Answered on April 26, 2016
Make sure that you look at each of the catalogs for ASCAP, BMI and SESAC, if you can't find them on the catalogs or on the records of the copyright...