Is it legal to start a business using popular (trademarked) characters for my birthday party entertaining business?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
Make sure that the costumes are licensed, or you obtain the appropriate licenses for what you are planning to do. Disney and Marvel, for example,...
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In the fashion world is similar prints illegal to design manufacture and sell?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
They do get in trouble! I deal with them all the time, you just don't see it in public very often. Fabric designs are subject to copyright. You...
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It a company or designer is no longer providing that particular product for sale can i alter it for my own use?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
A product design can be protected by a design patent or copyright. If you use or modify the design without clearance from an attorney, you may be...
Can I show band's names in my film?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
You will need to seek permission to obtain authorization fro the band. This may also be a sponsorship opportunity. Contact an experienced...
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If I made a deal with a movie then the popularity soared beyond the deal should I ask for more money?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
Your rights depend on the agreement(s) that you signed. You should have an experienced entertainment attorney take a look at the agreement and...
How would I find a lawyer to assist me in music placements for film and television show?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
You can go on google or search on Avvo or ask attorney's or agents that you know for referrals.
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I arrange sheet music on YouTube of songs that already was made for example: Rolling in the deep for piano. Is this legal?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
It is likely that you may be liable for copyright infringement for making unauthorized derivative works. Contact an experienced copyright attorney...
Misrepresenting copywrite infringement- Can he legally take action against me? Or is this just a scare tactic?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
You should provide the takedown notice and any other documentation to an experienced trademark attorney. I would not ignore this, take it...
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Unusual wording re: liability waiver requested last minute for workshop: copyrights & trade secrets.Content below.Is this ok?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
Sorry, can't advise you on specific wording without attorney client privileged relationship. Consult an IP attorney in private. Not on a public forum.
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Who owns the rights to a trademark office action response?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
The client owns the file, as long as it has been paid for. However a response to an Office Action, once filed is a matter of pulic record and can...