Archived
Can I re-use video from "You Tube labeled Standard You Time License" w /out infringing on copyright for a new video news report?
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 10, 2016
No, you can either link to the videos without reproducing them, or obtain a license from the content owner. I suggest that you ask an experienced...
If I trademark a word that is in past tense, do I also get protection for the present tense form of that word?
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 10, 2016
Not automatically. You get some protection if there is a likelihood of confusion between the two marks. Ask an experienced Trademark Attorney for...
Archived
Want to use the phrase " the world's most comfortable shirt " in my marketing collateral. Can I use this without being sued
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 10, 2016
That is what we call "mere puffery" as long as you are not saying that it is more comfortable than X's shirt you should be ok. However, you should...
Will an older gentlemen get in trouble for watching teenage porn with his 3 year old daughter home?
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 10, 2016
Not an Entertainment Question, please recatagorize.
Is it illegal to view/possess hentai artworks that depict underage fictional characters in California?
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 10, 2016
Not an Entertainment Question. Please recatagorize.
Archived
Can I open my cafe without warring, since the guy is in Ukraine? Please advise
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 10, 2016
Not a good idea. They have a US Trademark Registration, and likely superior rights. Much easier to select and have an experienced Trademark...
Is it true that I have to obtain a "Copyright License" in order for a DJ to play music in my club?
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 10, 2016
Yes, you need a copyright license for all public performances of copyrighted music. Actually, the DJ at weddings and receptions or the venue needs...
Archived
Is there any legal action I can take against footage of me being used and aired without my consent?
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 09, 2016
Unless you had just discovered this, you are way past the Statute of Limitations. Why didn't you try to address this earlier?
Sorry.
Archived
Compromise of copyright on book?
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 09, 2016
No, not at all. However, if the cover has unique artwork, you may want to register the copyright for the cover, as well.
I suggest that you...
Archived
Do we need to clear the use of that image with the firm whose logo appears in that image?
Alan's answer
|
Answered on February 09, 2016
Yes, I'm glad you asked, since using a logo from Google images that can get you in a lot of trouble! There is potential liability for both...