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I'm trying to start a beauty line, since I made this products do I trademark or patent it? Additionally, I have created a logo.
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Answered on August 28, 2015
You need to find a business/intellectual property with whom you feel comfortable and let him/her guide you. There are many steps to starting a...
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I have questions on naming my business
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Answered on August 28, 2015
I concur with previous responders. The key is likelihood of confusion and it would be wise to retain the services of an intellectual property...
Can i blow up images of an album covers, frame them, and sell them online without getting approval from the artist?
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Answered on August 27, 2015
If you follow your plan without getting authorization to create a "derivative work" from the copyrighted album covers, you are risking big time...
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Can I issue a cease-and-desist notice in regard to photos that I provided in a non-contractual manner?
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Answered on August 27, 2015
This is as much of a contracts question as an intellectual property question. You are asking if you can annul an agreement which was consummated...
Do I need pro sports leagues or athletes permission to create cartoon caricatures of them without logos and sell them on clothes
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Answered on August 27, 2015
Your description indicates that you are violating the rights of publicity of professional athletes and that can open you up to major liability. ...
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I allegedly have fake profiles of people on my website that don't really work for me. What are my risks?
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Answered on August 25, 2015
You can be charged with fraud, or sued for fraud. If you have an investment banking license you can be sure it will disappear. If the profiles...
Are music pools legal for DJing? What sources are legitimate for a Digital DJ to get music? What would be required to start Dj?
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Answered on August 24, 2015
You are asking a lot of separate questions and would be best off retaining an intellectual property attorney who can also help you with your...
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There are waxless candles made for sale that are done in the same methods giving a similar look and function. If I create a
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Answered on August 24, 2015
As previously noted, a copyright is for an expression of creativity such as a book, a song, a painting, etc. It does not cover "methods" but...
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Is it legal to post copyrighted photographs from any website?
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Answered on August 23, 2015
The statements are clear. You do not have the right to copy the photos regardless of any credit or disclaimers you may include.
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Can I make money off a new design for an existing product?
At the most basic it would only be a different paint job.
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Answered on August 23, 2015
This question sounds very similar to one posted just a few days ago. If you are the same Asker, please do not abuse this service. If you are not,...
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