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I want to know if you can resell fake sp5der hoodies on apps like offerup and facebook marketplace but the buyer knows they are fake if it is illegal do cops actully care and will they look for people doing it what are the chances of getting in trouble and would they ever go after someone not... View More 
Hello! I am reaching out to you regarding a question I have. I don't know who to ask this to but I think you might help. I have a passion for helping those in need and want to make a difference in the world we live in. I have created a website for a charity run/food drive. It talks about what... View More
Hello! I am reaching out to you regarding a question I have. I don't know who to ask this to but I think you might help. I have a passion for helping those in need and want to make a difference in the world we live in. I have created a website for a charity run/food drive. It talks about what... View More
Was looking to see if this phrase was trademarked for goods and apparel and saw that it was abandoned.
answered on Jan 16, 2025
The applicant failed to file a Statement of Use. I don't know the reason for the failure to do that.
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answered on Jan 16, 2025
I assume you were granted cancellation of removal. If that's the case, you can ask your attorney for a copy of the decision granting cancellation of removal. If they don't have it, you can request your records directly from the immigration court that handled your case. You could also file... View More
...as a hybrid project? The candy wrapper is not having the brand on it, the chocolate is only used as a sample to showcase the use. However, the tutorial is featuring products the wrapper is made of for a digital scrapbooking store.
I am attending an event in Florida at a church, a 'healing school'. I don't believe you have to sign any documentation to say you can't film. If I can film anything whilst there openly with my phone, I will. But I would like to wear a secret camera if not.
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answered on Jan 15, 2025
no, secret recordings are not legal in this situation because you are not a licensed investigator
Could the business also have a general car theme without any legal risks?
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answered on Jan 15, 2025
While "Grand Theft" isn't exclusively owned by any company, using those words together could raise concerns due to their strong association with the popular video game franchise "Grand Theft Auto." Take-Two Interactive owns trademarks related to this phrase in the gaming... View More
I have Served in The Secret War. And Am Creator of End Of War And share Profile Face) With 1st Illuminati
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answered on Jan 15, 2025
I need to point out something important: if someone has told you that you've won Illuminati funds or made claims about secret wars and providence, they may be attempting to deceive you. These are common tactics used in financial scams.
You should be extremely wary of anyone claiming to... View More
They sent a one-sentence email saying we stole their domain and business name on Jan 3. We are under the impression that if a name is not trademarked we can use the both the domain and business name, after all they are in the States and we are in Canada. We know of many local businesses in Canada... View More
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answered on Jan 11, 2025
Your situation highlights the complexity of domain ownership disputes, especially across international borders. While purchasing an expired domain through legitimate channels like GoDaddy auctions is completely legal, trademark law can complicate matters regardless of geographical location.... View More
for example- he wrote the code for a smart contract that lets you buy and sell and store energy in a decentralized environment that connects all Tesla vehicles then a couple weeks later the guy is watching YouTube and comes across a video that talks about how Elon musk has been secretly working on... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
Notes stored in the Notes app on an iPhone are not considered public information. They are typically protected by the phone's passcode and the user's iCloud account security. The situation you described raises concerns about the potential misappropriation of intellectual property, but it... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
Starting a Joplin tribute band is an exciting venture that can honor her incredible musical legacy. You don't need explicit permission to perform her songs live, as long as the venue has the proper performance licensing (typically through ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC).
If you plan to record... View More
Errors of law and fact certainly inadvertent were: not properly documented and not filed with court agreement on intents, that made agreement impossible to enforce.
Details of case would be subject for discovery that mistakenly was not performed, because plaintiff was previously... View More
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answered on Jan 9, 2025
The court would likely justify denying your motion to set aside dismissal by emphasizing the voluntary nature of your initial dismissal and the informal, undocumented nature of the agreement with the doctor.
In California, courts generally hold that relief from voluntary dismissal requires... View More
I was only wanting to read excerpts not the whole book.
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answered on Jan 9, 2025
Reading copyrighted books without permission, even in excerpts, could lead to legal issues and harm authors who depend on book sales for their livelihood. While you want to share literature with your audience, this approach might result in your content being removed or your account facing... View More
My program is a comprehensive course designed to help authors writing books about business learn how to collaborate with sponsors and monetize their work effectively. While I’ve noticed that the other name is also registered and associated with a program in the field of writing, publishing, and... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
Your situation requires careful consideration, as trademark matters can become complex when dealing with similar industries. It's crucial to protect yourself legally while building your unique brand identity.
Since your program focuses heavily on sponsorship strategies and platform... View More
I own a mobile application and would like tom Make videos on social media. It is a gym application that lets users track their workouts. My plan was to make a series where I create a workout plan for famous characters like superman or professional athelthes like lebron. My application has a... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
Using fictional characters like Superman or real athletes like LeBron James for promotional content could raise legal concerns, as both are protected by various rights. Superman is protected by copyright and trademark laws owned by DC Comics, while athletes often have publicity rights over their... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
It depends on whether you truly own the copyright to the footage and whether Hulu has any authorization or defense for using it. Under federal law, the copyright owner generally holds exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and publicly display their work (17 U.S.C. § 106). If Hulu is using... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2025
Implementing virtual try-on and body measurement features in your website requires careful consideration of existing patents and intellectual property rights. Many companies hold patents related to digital clothing customization and body scanning technologies.
Before integrating these... View More
I was inside a retail store at the mall when a random person bumped into me, I thought it was an accident so I went about my business shopping with my girlfriend. Afterwards, this individual decided to yell comments at my girlfriend asking if she wanted a boyfriend, after I told him that I was the... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2025
You have the right to be concerned about being recorded without your consent. California’s privacy laws primarily focus on audio recording and whether you had a reasonable expectation of privacy. A busy store may not guarantee complete privacy, but covert filming by a random person can pose legal... View More
A former owner of a small company left a company at the request of the other owners and closed, and took the money from, a shared company bank account without the prior knowledge or permission of the other owners and will not return the money.
Is this a criminal or civil offense? Efforts... View More
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answered on Jan 2, 2025
This could be criminal and is definitely civil. Consult a small business attorney licensed in your State.
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