It all depends on the circumstances of the sale in which you received the print. If it was from the photographer or a legitimate reseller, then you may be able to re-sell it. This is because of the first sale doctrine.

Typically, the first sale doctrine will come into play in these types... View More

There are only two in the Google Patent system for that name but sometimes folks use a formal legal name when filing legal documents.

Here is a link to the two that show up as Jack

https://patents.google.com/?inventor=jack+g+ohringer&oq=jack+g+ohringer+

It is not clear... View More

None. A trademark is merely an indicator of source, and not an assumption of any underlying intellectual property. So to use Creepy Crawlers as an example, you'd have to demonstrate that you are using the goods in commerce in order to even be able to register the TM.

Learn all about it: https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks-getting-started/trademark-basics

While verbal contracts are enforceable in California, they are difficult to prove unless you have evidence supporting the terms (i..e texts, emails, other writings showing specifically what you are now claiming as damages). With that said, Copyright infringement is presumed if you are the... View More

If you create the design and reduce it to a perceptible image, such as drawing it on a piece of paper, then you would own the copyright.

This should absolutely be written into a contract so the scope of use is clearly defined and to ensure there are no misunderstandings. I prepare these types of licenses all the time and can help if you need. Email me at: jason@altviewlawgroup.com

Your question is too broad -- The answer depends on how you intend to use the quote. It's important to understand the basic premise that a trademark is "a word, name, symbol or device which is used in trade with goods or services to indicate the source of the goods or services and to... View More

In short, no. What you're talking about is a design patent, which is a limited duration property right relating to an the unique look of the clothing and not the clothing itself. If the apparel/product has truly unique functions to it, you could also patent those functions with a utility... View More

A logo to identify the source of a product would typically be covered by a trademark rather than a patent. You marked this question as dealing with copyright and patent but you need to seek trademark advice.

There is a tiny chance that they sought a design patent that would be relevant.... View More

Yes, it is illegal. Trademark infringement is not excused by disclosing that the goods are counterfeit.

The situation you describe certainly warrants a meeting with competent intellectual property attorney(s). You are in the right area to find some of the best IP lawyers in the country. I'm sure an initial meeting to determine whether the case is worth pursuing would be free.

Short answer: yes. The rule for analyzing infringement is to first correct any spelling errors or unusual spellings before doing the analysis. So, for example, "shooze" would first be converted to "shoes," and "2legit" would be converted to "too legit."... View More

You haven't provided very many details regarding your situation: are you reproducing these car manuals? Are you interested in reselling physical copies you purchased from the car manufacturer?

Research the "first sale doctrine" which may provide some insight into your question.

Who owns the screenplay? It depends.

Is the student an employee or independent contractor?

Any copyrightable work created by an employee acting within the scope of his or her employment is a “work made for hire.” The parties do not need to address works made for hire in their... View More

You really need to talk to your attorneys about it, but it looks like it was abandoned in summer of 2012. It was never in force.

You are free to describe and take photos of public locations (state parts, local schools, etc.). Ownership of real property does not include the right to exclude others from taking photos of the property.

Most likely it is not fair use to take someone else's image and use it in a blog, even if the purpose is to educate people. An attorney would need to evaluate the entire website to give a confident answer though.

The statutory fair use exception to a copyright owner's exclusive rights applies to all.

Unlikely since you intend to reproduce the entire image. Discuss it with a copyright attorney.