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Does anyone have a patent right, to patent a shape? For example a handle that's Octagonial in shape.
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Answered on June 10, 2015
A company or individual may obtain a Design Patent for an ornamental shape of an article of manufacture. So, yes, someone can have the right to an...
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What type of attorney might I need for copyright Infringement?
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Answered on June 10, 2015
You should contact a copyright / IP infringement litigator who is experienced in federal copyright actions. The location is not important since...
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Can I use copyrighted words on a t-shirt in a satirical manner and sell it commercially?
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Answered on June 10, 2015
If the terms are copyrightable, the satirical use of the terms is likely to be subject to the Fair Use defense. However, you may have an issue...
Can I sell a product that incorporates someone else's product into it?
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Answered on June 10, 2015
You should be OK. As long as you don't change the labeling of the battery or make claims about the battery brand that makes it appear that your...
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Follow up question to using Hubble Telescope Images in my artwork?
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Answered on June 10, 2015
From the information that you provided, it appears that the answer is yes. However, an attorney cannot advise you until the attorney-client...
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Business ownership of fundraiser
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Answered on June 10, 2015
It's really not clear based on the information provided. You need to meet with and IP Entertainment attorney and discuss the details of the...
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Is using the word "Nats" considered copyright infringement on the Washington Nationals?
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Answered on June 09, 2015
No, probably not a trademark. Contact experienced IP ourselves.
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Need input on intellectual property question
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Answered on June 09, 2015
I think that you may have a criminal claim. The only potential intellectual property claim you may have is a copyright, if you were singing or...
My LLC is getting sued. If I can't afford an attorney, what are my options?
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Answered on June 09, 2015
Most trademark infringement cases do not go to trial. If your company has a decent defense, the case should settle during discovery. To do so,...
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Legal issues about an ISO for a game and what you can do with it.
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Answered on June 09, 2015
Youre kidding. You will be committing willful copyright infringemet! Hire an attorney, if your really intend to to so, you will need a good one!