Q: Can I use proprietary information from a public source for commercial purposes?
I am writing a report for commercial purposes and I want to use Bloomberg terminal for financial data to incorporate in my report. The NY public library had free half an hour access to Bloomberg terminal. Can I footnote sources as information from bloomberg in my report for commercial purposes. Would it be a copyright issue since I didn't not buy bloomberg terminal (60K per year) or bloomberg can sue for using information without authorization? Secondly, Can I ask affiliate office in India for this information since office in India has access to this information? I just need the financial data and be able to quote bloomberg in my report. Is there any other way which will allow me to use bloomberg terminal information in my report without buying bloomberg terminal?
Thanks
A: It's common legal practice to properly quote and cite sources of information in documents written for commercial purposes. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
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