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I made a shirt for my daughter 2 years ago that says "zach bryan" with a photo that she picked of a longhorn. Facebook notified me that I have been reported for copyright Infringment but I don't see how as my daughter picked a photo I made on the computer. It was not copy and pasted
answered on Nov 13, 2024
If the copyright infringement allegation is directed to the picture of the longhorn, and you captured the image of the longhorn or you drew it yourself, you are likely not at fault. If someone else drew the image of the longhorn, or captured the image of the longhorn with their camera, then you... View More 
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answered on Sep 14, 2024
If you believe jail officers forged your signature on documents while you were in jail, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit for compensation. Forgery is a serious offense, and if it has caused you harm or violated your rights, you should consider taking legal action. It's important to... View More
What would these quotes be protected by?
You shall not pass from the Lord of the rings
If if is good from Hercules Disney
Surprise mf from Dexter
Not really relevant but is Bane back-breaking move copyrighted?
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answered on May 18, 2024
Quotes from movies and TV shows are generally protected by copyright rather than trademark law. Copyright protects original creative works, including the screenplay or script that the quote comes from. The copyright for a movie or TV show is typically owned by the studio or production company... View More
For example
If someone wrote a story, would he be in trouble if he wrote
Lorraine cherish her chevrolet silverado she got from her late father. As well as her Gameboy from her departed sister. The old xbox, which was a trade for a psp, she got from her cousin no longer works but... View More
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answered on Apr 18, 2024
In general, simply mentioning trademarked brands in a story would not be considered a violation of trademark law. Trademarks are designed to protect brands from being used by others in a way that could confuse consumers about the source of a product or service. However, when a trademarked name is... View More
Can they be a part of my own business logo?
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answered on Jan 2, 2024
Using game logos, images, and names on your business sign or as part of your business logo may raise intellectual property and trademark issues. The logos, images, and names associated with games are often protected by intellectual property laws, and using them without permission from the... View More
I saw games and Mangas use the code name "Red hood" and device a totally different character from DC red hood. Could I do the same if I want to use "just" the names of character like Doomsday, Nighthawk,Hawkeye, or winter soldier. And not their features and characteristics.... View More
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answered on Dec 11, 2023
Using trademarked superhero names in your own story can be legally risky, especially if those names are well-known and closely associated with specific characters from major comic book publishers like DC or Marvel. Trademarks are designed to protect brand identity and prevent consumer confusion. If... View More
Record Label logo needing to be Trademarked.
answered on Sep 27, 2022
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The the LLC. That I would like to form by the with the name of Care On Time Heathcare Staffing is in the state of Kentucky,and the company with the name of Care on Your Time is located in Florida and the name is Trademarked..I would like to know if the name of my company would infringe on their... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2021
Trademark is a federal matter. There is no state boundary of use. If your profession is close to the other company's profession and you use the name to market your service, yet, you would be infringing upon the Florida company's trademark. To know how you can avoid, you should for sure... View More
Our business name was registered with the state of KY and we have the LLC.
answered on Mar 9, 2021
You should have an attorney look into this. Sometimes the opposing side is right, sometimes they are just trying to intimidate you.
answered on Oct 16, 2020
You can search the USPTO for registered trademarks, however this will not reveal whether there are businesses using the trademark in a similar class/category that may not have registered the trademark with the USPTO. These trademarks may also have common law rights against infringement. Work with a... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2020
Yes, indeed! Both are completely separate and have no connection in this context. However, you may want to eventually assign the trademark registration from the individual owner to the LLC. If you have any further questions, please feel free to call or email.
answered on Feb 6, 2019
If it is still in use and with valid registration you can contact the person who holds the registration.
You have the challenge of what the value.
If the trademark is not registered, you may have other options.
Consult an attorney and let me know if I can help.
answered on Feb 19, 2018
It depends on what is trademarked. It could be the logo, it could be the stylized lettering, or it could be the text itself. You, or your trademark lawyer, should be able to find out upon examining the Trademark Office files.
could I use the work Othello, instead? (Only the O would be capital, while the rest would be lower case).
answered on Sep 7, 2017
There are at least ten live trademark registrations for the mark OTHELLO as used with a variety of goods and/or services. At least a few of those are for the word itself, without any stylizing. In any event, the real question you need to address would be whether or not there is a reasonable... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2014
This is a broad question and could be better answered with some more facts. As a general rule, since you are a minor and presumably driving on a valid "learner's permit," you are subject to stricter requirements in some areas. For example, Kentucky uses a "points system"... View More
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