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My so'n has a gnome painting Business,he takes them and paints Wwe wrestlers.He Just was told It is Copyright infringement.
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Answered on August 08, 2015
It is extremely unlikely that fair use would apply. The definition of fair use is very narrow and your son's actions do not seem to qualify. If...
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Can I use the Grins Snow White without using the name Snow White.
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Answered on August 08, 2015
I don't believe that Disney has a copyright in the Snow White name. First, they did not create the name. Second, the name is too short for a...
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A Question About my Business Name?
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Answered on August 08, 2015
Business name is different from trademark. You can have a valid business name which conflicts with someone else's trademark. So, if I have a...
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If there is a patent for a cure for cancer but you discover that the same patent can cure aids can you patent that discovery?
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Answered on August 07, 2015
You've already asked this question, and while you have now removed your phone number, the answer is still no you cannot.
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I need advise with fraud with a credit card merchant account processor, who is holding me responsible for charges I did not do.
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Answered on August 07, 2015
It sounds like either they were hacked, or they are committing fraud themselves. In neither case would it appear that you would be responsible. ...
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I'm writing a screenplay based on news events. Do I need to get rights to the story?
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Answered on August 07, 2015
Prior responders are correct and you can utilize public events without obtaining story rights. However, you have to be careful. You can write...
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Is Uber infringing on my copyright with their logo. Cognitive Constructs is my app founded in 2009.
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Answered on August 07, 2015
Actually, despite Attorney Jacobson's response, creation date has absolutely nothing to do with trademark rights. Trademark rights are based...
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I want to start a business doing steel fabrication . I would like to call it element 26 design
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Answered on August 06, 2015
I concur with prior responders. You likely would not have a problem with your prospective business. However, it would be well worth your while to...
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Agreement to purchase ownership rights of a software application
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Answered on August 05, 2015
You need to find a contracts or business attorney who works in the software industry. This industry is specialized enough that you want someone...
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Which Class Should I File My Trademark In? Mobile App
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Answered on August 05, 2015
Previous responders give good advice regarding selection of a class. However, you should realize that filing the trademark protects the name of...
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