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Who/what can I claim compensation from? It was a willful act by the manufacturer, r the wholesaler/retailer still liable too?
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Answered on February 29, 2016
You should retain an experienced copyright litigation attorney to pursue everyone in the chain if infringement. They are all liable for...
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Is it ever legal for me to "pirate" content. (for example, if i were to buy said content within 24 hours or something)
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Answered on February 29, 2016
No, never! You just admitted to piracy. Hopefully you won't be sued. Never, ever make such statements online.
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What should i say When i call and how much should i try to get lowered to? I never done this, any help would be appreciated
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Answered on February 29, 2016
Don't call, as a pro se defendant you are in a tremendous disadvantage. I suggest that you retain an experienced copyright attorney to evaluate...
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Does anyone know how to transfer a domain name to the Sheriff? The domain name is the title for my copyrighted webpage,
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Answered on February 29, 2016
Call your Houston Sherriff's Office and they will provide you with the appropriate information. You can also look them up online. If you go in...
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What do we do in this situation? Should we be worried of a court battle?
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Answered on February 29, 2016
If you don't change your brand, you are going to be sued for dilution of a famous mark. Are you sure you applied for copyright protection, not for...
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Will I need to get permission to sell from the Big Dogs? Or Can I sell anything created by approved MLB/NHL/etc. manufacturers?
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Answered on February 29, 2016
I don't believe that selling licensed gear from approved manufacturer's/distributors is illegal. What constitutes infringement is purchasing gear...
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Can I demand that the new LLC to stop doing business under my company name?
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Answered on February 29, 2016
It depends on who used the name first in your state. Trademark rights are based on use in commerce. I suggest that you retain an experienced...
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Can they seize my assets if I settle out of court?
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Answered on February 29, 2016
They can seize your assets if you don't settle and have the Infringement Lawsuit dismissed. I have been involved in several copyright and...
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Will I get a trademark for a name for my clothing brand if that word had previously been used on one shirt in the past?
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Answered on February 29, 2016
That depends on whether there is a likelihood of confusion with an existing trademark for the same or related goods. In addition, common law...
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What are the basic legal risks in creating movies, books, and other media about real events and people?
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Answered on February 29, 2016
Your risks are violation of a person's right of privacy, right of publicity and defamation. These vary from state to state, so you should retain...