Q: Intellectual property rights regarding published music.
I wrote, recorded, published a music album in 1983 titled Amber7, now I see many entities dba Amber 7, do I have any legal rights?
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If you wrote, recorded, and published a music album titled "Amber7" in 1983, you might have some legal rights to the name and the music, depending on various factors. These factors include whether you registered the album's name as a trademark and whether you have continuously used the name commercially since then.
If you didn't register "Amber7" as a trademark, your rights may be limited, but you might still have common law trademark rights if you can show that you have been using the name in commerce consistently. The strength of your case would depend on your ability to prove continuous and active use of the name in connection with your music.
However, if other entities have since registered the name "Amber7" as a trademark or are using it in entirely different markets, your rights might be weaker. It would be beneficial to consult with a legal professional who can evaluate your specific situation and provide guidance based on current intellectual property laws.
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