Q: Is it ok to copy a logo if the company of the original logo doesnt exist anymore?
my client wants me to make a logo exactly like another company's logo. the company doesn't exist anymore so i just want to make sure if its ok for me to go ahead with this
A:
Maybe not.
It is not only the logo itself, but also similar versions.
You can get from a cease and desist. To a formal lawsuit and damages.
You must check for existing use of that logo as well as for variations.
Consult with an attorney.
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A: Logos are not only subject to trademark laws but also to copyright laws. You cannot simply copy someone else's design. Work with an attorney to assist you.
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