I have a big show (100,000+ attendees) coming up for contestants to win a certificate if they happen to win on a larger version of the Connect4 game. I am making up a sign to use for this game, but do not want to infringe on any trademarks.
The slogan we are wanting to use is... View More 
answered on Sep 8, 2018
I checked the government's website at www.uspto.gov and looked-up "Connect 4." Yes, the trademark was filed by Hasbro; however, it appears that the trademark as yet to be issued.
This means that Hasbro does l not have trademark protection during this pending period. If... View More
Occasionally, I have customers upload artwork that includes trademark or copyright images. I do not profit from using their images since I charge the same price for the custom apparel, regardless of what they want on it. I do not sell these in bulk or to resellers - they are usually one-offs. Am I... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2018
Yes, you could be sued for copyright infringement by creating custom apparel with content that infringes someone else's copyright or trademark. Even if you made no money, it would still be infringement. You should set up a process to ensure you do not create such products.
I keep reading online that you cannot copyright typography, just the font software is that correct, the font owner is telling me i have to buy a commercial license to use her fonts in my designs? Not sure if they just want me to purchase an expensive licence or what?
Thank you!
answered on Sep 18, 2017
You may be free to use the typeface if you do not use the font software to create the typography. If you do use the font software to create the typography, then you likely will need to purchase an expanded license. Also, the terms of your current font software license may have certain contractual... View More
I'm running an online business in personalized video creations (photographs with music in the background). I have an itunes library of all the music I've purchased and I'd like my customers to be able to choose from them, or pick other musical selections that I would then buy from... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2017
Your use of others' music as you describe would be considered copyright infringement. When you purchase and download a song from iTunes, you only have the right to personal use of the song, and not the right to "copy" of otherwise "distribute" it, which is what you're... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2017
You can search for federal trademarks at the USPTO via the TESS system. There are two possible registrations that may prevent you from securing a trademark: "Unlabeled Society" and "Unlabeled State of Mind." Both are registered in international class 25 (clothing). So, if you... View More
answered on May 1, 2017
That press announcement does not. It states that fans are allowed to upload derivative works of Nintendo's IP to the Japanese video streaming service Niconico at http://www.nicovideo.jp/ and not anywhere else, like Etsy.
I currently have an idea for a new app. However I currently lack the technical skill to create it, and I am considering finding outside assistance. In this case, would I be the primary owner of the enterprise or would credit go to the person who had the skill to take the idea and turn it into a... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2017
The contract between you and the person who creates your app, as crafted by an attorney, would define who owns the underlying intellectual property. Absent contractual agreement and any real participation on your behalf, other than supplying the idea, if you're seeking to copyright the code... View More
I'd like to title my column "7upandwine" and have a correspondinge website "7upandwine.com" -- Would including "7up" in my column name and website open me up to legal response? For example does it infringe on some kind of copyright law? I'd eventually like... View More
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answered on Dec 1, 2016
Potential Trademark violation. I would expect a response. You could ask for permission and at least display their trademark with the term 7up.
answered on Jul 31, 2015
Possibly. Without more information, the question is theoretical.
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answered on Sep 5, 2014
Not 'freely'. You would certainly run into some copyright questions. There might or might not be fair uses in your use of the quotes, which would be a defense to liability, but I would need to review each quote and the context and manner in which you use it.
answered on Sep 20, 2013
If your question is as to improper service of summons or subpoena, a lawyer would appear on that motion to challenge the validity of the person who claims that service of summons or subpoena was done legally. The motion to quash should not waive service of process.
answered on Dec 20, 2010
I presume you mean how you register a copyright to your music. You fill out a form and file it with the Copyright Office. The form to use depends on whether your "music" comprises lyrics, a recording, or both. see www.copyright.gov for details. However, if others contributed to the... View More
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