Hello All - Is it copyright infringment if I sell a photograph of someone that is wearing a brand name t-shift?

Incidental background used is normally fair use. Selling logos unauthorized incidentally having a person is likely infringing. Details, details,...

We don't need an explanation of fan fiction. We get this question frequently here. Fan fiction is generally illegal, but often brand owners let...

Am I able to print a school logo on athletic clothes if the apparel is same company that sponsors the school?

Read this Federal criminal statute and you may want to reconsider: http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/2320 Also, this Federal...

Celebrity "Rights to Publicity" question?

Prepare to be sued, likely multiple times by celebrities' attorneys. This business model will irritate celebrities just like unauthorized...

I need to know if Linkedin "advanced search page" and "Linkedin profiles" method patented?

Call or email Linked In legal dept. and ask. If they won't tell you, you can search this for free on GAPS...

Do I have any legal recourse against Chinese companies using photos of my garments to sell knock-offs of my designs?

You likely have a number of actions that may be taken. Bridal gowns are in a somewhat unique position in that they might have copyright protection...

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YOU don't respond. You go see an IP attorney and let that attorney respond (or not respond) as that attorney, after a review of your exact...

Looking to sell children's book series, but found the same title used in 1949-1950 comics with existing publisher. Is this okay?

There is no copyright on a title, unless a continuing series, only on the contents. Protection for titles typically comes from use in a series of...

I'm interested in creating a tech start up company based on a unique social media concept. When should I seek legal counsel?

Q:"My website has dependencies and references to several other websites. Is that permitted?" A: Normally yes. In fact other websites often...

I need to know if Linkedin "advanced search page" and "Linkedin profiles" method patented?

Call or email Linked In legal dept. and ask. If they won't tell you, you can search this for free on GAPS...