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Will I be in trouble if I sell a tutorial on how to use a software using a non-authorized copy of the software?
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Answered on December 27, 2018
It's likely that running the software will place a copy of something copyrighted in memory, so even running it could be infringement. Then you are...
How do I legally protect my sticker design/shape?
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Answered on December 27, 2018
The above answers are good ones. To the extent the shape is "artistic" it might be copyrightable. Simple geometric designs, however, may not be...
What rights do band members have that were kicked out of a band?
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Answered on December 27, 2018
Band name disputes can be complex and protracted. The answers above make good points. From a strict trademark point of view, "creation" or...
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Need to file a case on fedex, is it possible?
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Answered on December 27, 2018
By choosing to do business with Fed Ex you agreed to their terms and conditions. Read the contract to which you agreed. Chances are you will not...
Can I use a single word from a standard character mark trademarked phrase without being in violation of that trademark?
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Answered on December 27, 2018
If the goods come from a place called Coldharbour then the term could be geographically descriptive, available for others to use accurately and...
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Let's say I have a keychain I want to sell, but it has a Disney logo, I dont and I'm not selling the image, just the keychain
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Answered on December 26, 2018
If you bought an authentic keychain from Disney you can re-sell it. If your plan is to sell counterfeit Disney keychains and say you're not...
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If I sign a contract for a record label, do they "own" me?
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Answered on December 26, 2018
You need to read the contract. Obviously they can't "own" "you" but contracts can have widely differing levels of exclusivity, compensation and...
Is it violation of copyright law if I get paid to edit a motivational video using footage & speeches from copyrighted sources?
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Answered on December 26, 2018
Your absolute statements "Under Fair use law, I am not violating copyrights. Because I am not making any money off of those videos. They are...
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Is it possible to sue an Australian company (Freelancer.com) from the US?
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Answered on December 26, 2018
You can sue a company that does business in a state in the US in that state. Document all their contacts with you, using multiple media, e.g....
What legal requirements do I need to meet to start a local magazine? Photos, articles, and printing will all be done by myself.
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Answered on December 26, 2018
The above answer is a good one. If you have people in the photos, you may also want to consider having model releases. "Tasteful but enticing"...
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