Question for intellectual property attorney

Is the private conversation a work protected by the Copyright Statute 17 U.S.C. 102? Was it within any of the categories listed in the statute. ...

Liability is unlikely. The suggestion probably refers to DMCA statute (f) regarding posting a takedown notice which misrepresents. For certainty...

How do I obtain permission to use photos/stills of famous people/movies?

The materials, from movies et al, are the copyright properties. It is probable that you will need permission from the copyright owner in order to...

Is a company that owns a trademark obligated to oppose pending applications they deem as damaging to them?

Owners of Trademarks have an obligation of policing the use of similar marks. See Intellectual Property counsel.

Can we use a logo that was given to us at first and then wants to be taken back?

The issue is contractual. The designed of the logo was an independent contractor. The Logo was "given" to the group and the contractor later...

Can I take 3 different photos and make one photo taking 33% from each photo?? Will it be a new copyrighted photo?

Making a derivative work is a property right held by the copyright owner. The Asker's proposed combination of three photographs is likely...

I have wrote a parody to the teapot song about a famous college football player and want to put it on a t shirt to sell

The Asker requests a legal opinion regarding parody relating to a famous person. The Asker needs to consult with Intellectual Property counsel.

Can I register a trademark if I don't own the domain name?

The Asker needs to have Intellectual Property counsel advise regarding the likelihood of registration of a proposed "trademark". Counsel will know...

Stealing iPhone from company.

The Asker may have stolen an IPhone or service. See an Intellectual Property attorney regarding licensing or copyright issues. Be ready to...

Hi,I'm Iranian and sing in private.I wanna post my songs on youtube and send the link to a producer in to usa to help me publish

The Asker may be able to Register the songs with the Copyright office before contact with any producer or placing any on a site or YouTube. ...