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Hello! If I'm running a blog where I review books, can I embed the first page of the book as part of my review?
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Answered on April 12, 2016
Using short quotes and hyperlinks to an authorized source of the book is permitted. It is unclear, however, whether embedding the first page or...
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Can I begin to market the product as soon as the patent is mailed in to the patent office?
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Answered on April 12, 2016
You cannot enforce a patent until the Non-Provisional application issues as a US Patent. However, if the disclosure and claims are drafted...
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I want to understand if this solution will infringe copyright in any manner. Where can I read more about it?
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Answered on April 12, 2016
What you describe is a very creative concept. You may consider having a patentability search and opinion provided your implementation of your...
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Can i prevent rebranding or loss of trademark in wholesale/distributed/resold goods
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Answered on April 12, 2016
First, make sure your brand is cleared by an experienced trademark attorney and registered in the USPTO. Second, what these retailers are doing is...
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The question I have is regarding publishing a book. I am going to be asking a certain group of people to write letters that I w
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Answered on April 11, 2016
While email acknowledgements may hold up in Court, they are problematical, since the parties don't know their rights and obligations. On the other...
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Is there anything I can or should do to pursue a formal complaint against Microsoft for using a credit card I did not provide?
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Answered on April 11, 2016
I would be pretty surprised if Microsoft charged your credit card, without authorization. Check to see if you or a family member purchased...
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Can i sell charm bracelets with the name of my town on a charm? What about original artwork? Do historical towns make a differen
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Answered on April 11, 2016
Yes, as long as you stay away from registered trademarks and logos, you should be ok.
For more detailed advice, I recommend that you contact an...
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Can u resolve this
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Answered on April 11, 2016
Hey, don't worry. It's a scam. If it was the FBI, they would be knocking on your door. Stop with porn and enjoy the company of your friends. ...
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Is Amazon in breach of member agreement?.. and can I file a Action?
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Answered on April 10, 2016
Interesting issue, however, it is impossible to advise you without first analyzing your correspondence and the Amazon publishing agreement that you...
Can I name my online clothing store "Simply Kate Boutique" when there is a trademarked home decor store called "Simply Kate"?
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Answered on April 10, 2016
Wheter or not you will need to change your business name depends on several factors. Whether you are soliciting business from consumers in the...