Questions answered by Alan Martin Sack

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Class Action Defenses- When do you have the Right to Opt-Out/ be represented individually in civil case?

Alan's answer | Answered on June 21, 2015

Not and IP question, I'll reclassify it for you.

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Which form do I use in order to put a relative or friends likeness in a movie or screenplay?

Alan's answer | Answered on June 21, 2015

Standard forms are blind to the specific facts of your situation. I reccomend contacting an experienced Entertainment Attorney to counsel you and...

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How can I limit the impact of a work-for-hire clause that is too broad and still get the job?

Alan's answer | Answered on June 21, 2015

You need to enter negotiations frankly and openly on this issue. You should retain an experienced IP attorney to counsel you on these...

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Can I sell handmade wearable blankets that look like a Zipadeezip?

Alan's answer | Answered on June 21, 2015

You should consult with an experienced IP / Patent attorney if you plan to do this endevor. You can otherwise wind up in Court and eat up any...

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Is a provisional patent recommended for a new process /app/ or software? if so, what is the process to obtain one?

Alan's answer | Answered on June 21, 2015

A provisional application (it is not a patent) is reccomended. The process is to work with a Registered Patent attorney to prepare the...

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Is it called a "disclosure fee" if a company pays to learn another's trade secret?

Alan's answer | Answered on June 20, 2015

You negotiate a Disclosure/Non-disclosure agreement with the disclosing company. You will probably need an experienced IP attorney to counsel you...

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I've just launched a new SaaS business and need TOS

Alan's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

You get what you pay for. Only a real live experienced Intellectual property attorney can counsel you with regard to your particular business and...

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What does "variation" refer to with patents?

Alan's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

Variations refer to minor changes which are intended to fall within the scope of the patent claims, or within the scope of licensed technology or...

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I have a trademarked term approved by the USPTO. May I license this to other organizations for their use with my permission?

Alan's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

Yes you can license your trademark. However, you need to structure the license in a way that will not weaken or lose your trademark rights. Seek...

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Do I need a trademark to get someone to stop using my company's name in their advertising.

Alan's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

No, you can assert your rights in your company's name under the federal Unfair Competition Statute Section 43 A of the Lanham act. However, it is...

Alan Martin Sack's Answers (4195)

Class Action Defenses- When do you have the Right to Opt-Out/ be represented individually in civil case?

Which form do I use in order to put a relative or friends likeness in a movie or screenplay?

How can I limit the impact of a work-for-hire clause that is too broad and still get the job?

Can I sell handmade wearable blankets that look like a Zipadeezip?

Is a provisional patent recommended for a new process /app/ or software? if so, what is the process to obtain one?

Is it called a "disclosure fee" if a company pays to learn another's trade secret?

I've just launched a new SaaS business and need TOS

What does "variation" refer to with patents?

I have a trademarked term approved by the USPTO. May I license this to other organizations for their use with my permission?

Do I need a trademark to get someone to stop using my company's name in their advertising.