Trademark question.

You would need a written license from the owner of the trademark to the TV show. If there is no registered trademark for the TV Show, you would...

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I won a songwriting contest ,part of the prize is my song being professionally demoed,and put on amazon and i Tunes for sale.

You have to see what you agreed to. If you didn't agree to anything, you have to see what kind of agreement they are offering you. Be careful,...

What should a reality show creator expect from production company agreements?

Whoever controls the production budget wins. If you don't control the production budget, or at least tie your compensation to it, you will probably...

Where Can I Find Reliable Information About Fair Use Of Images Online?

There are a number of helpful guides for assessing fair use as a defense to infringing copyrighted photographs and videos. A lot depends on whether...

Is it ok to draw a cartoon style illustration of a fashion blogger, celebrity and sell the artwork?

I agree with the posting by my colleague. You have to be concerned about the right to publicity with respect to your use of a celebrity's image,...

I would like to start a business that would promote the names of professional sports names on leather belts.

Yes, you would need to get their permission in the form of a written signed license.

Is It Allowed To Use a Name For a Business That Already Exists But For a Different Purpose?

Generally, you must assess the risks that the other party will object to your use on viable grounds. If the other party is small, local, in...

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Can I sue for breach of contract or copyright issue as a collaborator on a best selling book with only an oral agreement?

It seems like you have a good claim against your sister-in-law.

Do I have to pay anything to Getty Images if I got stock photo from Free Digital Photos?

I agree with the responses by my colleagues. In addition, if the photos belong to Getty, I recommend that you remove them immediately and replace...

How do I know if my photo usage case considered as ‘Editorial Use’ or commercial use?

An attorney specialized in media rights law would probably have to research this for you. Some of the major issues to consider is how the stock...