Does my illustrator sign a confidentiality agreement prior to doing work on my book AND/OR do I need a copyright for ownership?
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Answered on February 11, 2014
Pictorial illustrations for a book fall within the statutory definition of "supplementary work", which is one of the listed categories of works...
Misappropriation of name or likeness or violation of the right of publicity
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Answered on February 11, 2014
I do not think you have a claim. This sounds like a documentary that is using the picture just to show the history of the building. It is likely...
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Using my photos without my permission for her advertisement?
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Answered on February 11, 2014
I suggest you contact an Intellectual Property Law or Entertainment Law attorney in the jurisdiction where "this girl" resides to send a CDL (cease...
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If I found a drawing, and retraced it and made it a little different, would that be copyright infringement?
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Answered on February 10, 2014
Generally that is illegal since the drawing is likely protected by copyright and "I made it a little different" will be deemed a derivative work in...
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Using artwork without permission
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Answered on February 10, 2014
Where is the IP attorney you used to assure proper protection of your IP so people don't make money off something you? This is the logical result...
Text Trademark, Upper Case or Lower Case?
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Answered on February 10, 2014
It is not true that all word marks are uppercase. That is a relic of the past when typewriters were used. Upper case was deemed too cover all...
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Is it legal to quote movies in a book?
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Answered on February 10, 2014
To make surer it's legal, you need to work with an IP attorney. You can't get certainty here, but you might find the lawyer you need.
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Can you arrest someone for scamming people online?
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Answered on February 10, 2014
You can't arrest someone. That is up to law enforcement. Call your state attorney general about this potential scam. Use the complaint websites.
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What is the most cost effective way to find willing artists/owners and negotiate affordable music derivative licensing deals?
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Answered on February 10, 2014
I suggest you get a book on how the music industry works. See link below.
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Buying and selling domain names
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Answered on February 10, 2014
You are likely late to the game. This business is well developed by lots of competitors, some very sophisticated. With the expansion of top level...
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