I have read your comment to attorney Malek's post and it is correct, although your understanding of it may be a little off. The real issue is...

You would more than likely be infringing. You have noted that there is an issue with trademark. Trademark law is a likelihood of confusion...

Why can High Street stores sell items almost identical to designer and get away with it, in particular Zara?

Generally speaking (because there are exceptions) the only types of protection available for clothing is trademark and design patents. Design...

I have a copyright on my screenplay, "Bridges to Redemption". I see a movie called Bridge to Redemption. Is this infringement?

The name of the movie being the same, by itself, would not be enough to be copyright infringement. If the movie uses the dialogue and characters...

Legally are you allowed to make commercial reproductions (in particular wall art) of deceased celebrities (i.e Marilyn Monroe

There would be legal ramifications if you do not get permission. Celebrities have a right to publicity and using their image without their (or the...

I have an idea that may be patentable..I'm confused about recording the idea, and using a witness.

I wouldn't worry about sounding naive, patents can be complex and most (if not all) of the general population do not have an understanding of...

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What are the legal issues when making an art piece involving video footage at a former temp job?

There are possibly many issues here and a complete answer would not be available until you meet with an attorney in private (you would likely not...

You would be violating copyright law by creating a derivative work of the photos. There may be available defenses (such as fair use), but without...

Greetings, I received a cease and desist email from Rosetta Stone. Should I reply to their email?

I agree with Attorney Malek regarding meeting with a copyright attorney. Many copyright attorneys will do a free or low-cost initial consultation...

One patent or multiple patents?

Unluckily there is no way to give you an exact answer without reviewing the specifics of your system (which you will not want to share on Avvo, see...