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Does the Fitbit patent also cover the band? Can I design and sell a band without any patent infringement?
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Answered on July 17, 2015
Excellent question. There are several fitbit patents which will have to be analyzed. The analysis of infringement of patents is beyond the scope...
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Do I need a entertainment lawyer? my uncommon first name was used in a movie as a ships name.
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Answered on July 17, 2015
Very Funny! Sign me up! Any other good jokes for us to consider?
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I run a website about replica and counterfeit goods. This includes shoes, watches, etc.
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Answered on July 17, 2015
Sounds like a risky business. You need to be vary carful not to promote counterfeit goods. You should retain an experienced Trademark/IP attorney...
If i make candles that are in the likeness of licensed characters like DR who, Marvel and CD comics. without getting sued.
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Answered on July 16, 2015
That would be trademark and Copyright infringement. You can either make up your own characters or obtain licenses from Marvel and others to their...
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Legal to trademark a name in use on Facebook, but not filed/trademarked by them?
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Answered on July 16, 2015
Whether or not you can use and register a trademark or service mark depends on whether there is a prior user of the same or similar trademark for...
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I'm a musician and someone stole my copyrighted material. He is trying to get my account banned and my credibility ruined.
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Answered on July 16, 2015
You need to retain an experienced Intellectual Property attorney to assess the scope of your rights and make sure any of the copyrights that you...
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Can I trademark/copyright a symbol? I.e. Using the Chinese symbol for courage as a logo.
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Answered on July 16, 2015
Yes Chinese symbols can be used as a logo and registered as a trademark/service mark. However, you or your company must be using the symbol in...
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A guy threatened me. I'm 17 girl from Malaysia.
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Answered on July 16, 2015
Contact the Police and FBI. Predators like that should be stopped.
Use of NFL player names and likeness?
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Answered on July 16, 2015
If you created a video game centered on football, as long as you used generic teams and players, you would be ok. Once you use teams names and...
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Someone is using my FBN.
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Answered on July 16, 2015
You need to investigate who has superior rights in the name before sending out any cease and desist letters. Retain an experienced trademark...