Q: Do I need a licensing/trademark specialized lawyer?
I'd like to open a DC comics-themed restaurant, do I need to buy a license from them, even though most of the characters are not listed for Hotels and Restaurants?
A: Yes, as well as corporate and possibly tax. The characters, likeness and their use are currently owned by DC Entertainment which is a subsidiary of Warner Brothers etc..
Marcos Garciaacosta agrees with this answer
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Yes, as well as corporate and possibly tax. The characters, likeness, etc. (Intellectual Property) and their use are currently owned by DC Entertainment which is a subsidiary of Warner Brothers etc.
Depending on your the use of DC's intellectual property you will most likely have to pay for their commercial use.
Linda Liang and Marcos Garciaacosta agree with this answer
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You indeed do
Invest in consulting with an attorney to assess your risks and options.
cheers
A: Yes, you definitely need a lawyer to access your risks and options.
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