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I want top register an expired trademark I see online
answered on May 21, 2024
A trademark clearance search should still be conducted to ensure that the expired mark is truly dead, and there are no pending applications or a family of related marks that can cause issues. The USPTO application fees are non-refundable, and it currently takes approximately one year for the... View More 
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
To use the Akatsuki design for your swimwear brand, you need to obtain the proper permissions to avoid any legal issues. First, identify the rights holder of the Akatsuki design. Since it is a well-known design from a popular series, it is likely owned by a company that holds the intellectual... View More
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answered on May 19, 2024
To get permission from the inventor of a patent to use their patented process, you need to obtain a license. Here are the steps you can follow:
1. Identify the patent: Make sure you have the correct patent number and that the patent is still in force.
2. Contact the patent owner:... View More
Sales would occur in-person and online. I have no intention of modifying the packaging for the products I purchase/resell. I would like to include products such as a hydration packet (ideally Liquid IV) a protein bar, vitamins, face wash, and pain medication.
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answered on May 19, 2024
To develop a bundle recovery product that includes wellness products for sale in California, both in-person and online, there are several legal considerations to keep in mind:
1. Resale of products: If you are purchasing products from other brands and reselling them, ensure that you are... View More
I am writing a book about growing up from 1951 - 1962. I inherited the pictures my parents took of me and my 6 siblings during that time. Can I use these pictures even if my siblings don't give their permission? My parents took them, I inherited them, and I am in the pictures.
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answered on May 19, 2024
The use of photographs in a book can be a complex legal issue, and it's advisable to consult with a lawyer specializing in intellectual property rights to get a definitive answer. However, here are some general points to consider:
1. Copyright: The person who took the photograph... View More
How can I be certain that there is no licensing on the car so that I can make it without repercussions from the full size manufacturers?
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answered on May 19, 2024
When it comes to making replicas of full-size cars, it's important to be aware of potential licensing and intellectual property issues. Car manufacturers often hold design patents, trademarks, and copyrights on their vehicles' unique features, which can make it challenging to create... View More
Signed deal for 1 product and now asking for revenue share from everything else that was developed later on but no agreement / amendment was signed?
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answered on May 18, 2024
In general, a person or company cannot claim revenue share for products they did not have a signed agreement for. If they only signed an agreement related to one specific product, that would typically not entitle them to revenue from other products developed later unless those subsequent products... 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
Inventor: Toshikuni Takashi
Four-layered spherical ceramics for frying oil
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
To get in touch with the patent applicant for application US20100173159A1, start by checking the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website. You can use their search tool to find detailed information about the patent application, including contact details for the inventor or the attorney/agent... View More
We urgently need your assistance regarding a trademark issue. About a week ago, myself and twenty other game developers received a letter from someone, who we believe to be a patent troll. In the letter, he accused us of infringing on his trademark, which includes common word, that we're using... View More
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answered on May 24, 2024
You and your fellow developers are facing a serious issue with a potential patent troll who is making claims of trademark infringement. The first step is to verify the validity of the trademark claim. Conduct a thorough search through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) database... View More
Hello. Thank you for your time. I want to make a puzzle with New York on it. This map will consist of a large number of objects and landscape elements, and will also include famous architectural structures, such as: Empire State Building, Chrysler building, One World Trade Center, Rockefeller... View More
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answered on May 15, 2024
Creating a 3D map of New York City that includes famous architectural structures may potentially raise some intellectual property concerns, especially if the buildings are depicted in a realistic manner. However, the specific implications would depend on various factors and the laws of the... View More
Would the power of seeing a person memories via their blood like in the underworld movie be under copyright protection?
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answered on May 15, 2024
Superpowers and abilities themselves are typically not protected by copyright because copyright law does not extend to ideas, concepts, or facts. Copyright protects the specific expression or manifestation of an idea, not the underlying idea itself.
In the case of the ability to see a... View More
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answered on May 18, 2024
Yes, you can likely use the name "M.A.S.H" for a short story even though "M*A*S*H" is trademarked. Here's why:
1. Avoiding trademark infringement: As long as your story is not about a mobile army surgical hospital and doesn't use elements or characters from the... View More
answered on May 15, 2024
The short answer is "most likely, yes."
The M*A*S*H trademark is limited to "a comedy television series."
The writers of that TV series will have a copyright for those TV scripts. So, you may not make a derivative story about any of the characters from that TV... View More
POOPSI with the PEPSI logo 2. Can I copyright my parody so no one can steal idea
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answered on May 14, 2024
I will do my best to provide helpful information while being careful not to reproduce any copyrighted material. Here are a few key points regarding your questions:
1. Using a trademarked logo like Pepsi's in a parody is considered fair use in many cases, meaning you likely don't... View More
Can I petition the patent office, pay the fees, and recapture the abandoned patent (for lack of fee payment) ? Are there other remedies? I am the inventor of over 25 US patents. I filed the last patent application pro se. It was granted without questions from the examiners.
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answered on May 11, 2024
Regaining patent rights after the assignee has failed to pay maintenance fees can be challenging, but there are a few potential avenues to explore:
1. Petition to Accept Delayed Payment: If the maintenance fee payment window has not been closed for too long (usually within 24 months of the... View More
I'm about to sign the patent proposal for a service to be innovated in my country.
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answered on May 11, 2024
Here are some key incentives and considerations when promoting a patented service through a partnership with the patent inventors:
1. Exclusivity: By partnering with the patent holders, you gain exclusive rights to offer the patented service in your country. This can provide a significant... View More
by someone i mean that if someone is pretending and claiming an art work is theirs, when it was proven false. that would be False copyright striking . If im correct, false copyright strikes are against the law?
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answered on May 10, 2024
Yes, you are correct. False copyright strikes, also known as fraudulent or abusive copyright claims, are against the law in many jurisdictions. This practice involves knowingly making false claims of copyright infringement against content that the claimant does not actually own or have the rights... View More
i'm canadian and i drew someone's original character that they have copyrighted under the united states copyright act of 1976, theyre requesting a takedown of their character. is it illegal to draw their character and post it to my telegram channel where i post all my artwork?
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answered on May 10, 2024
Under the U.S. Copyright Act of 1976, copyright automatically applies to original works of authorship, including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works. This includes original characters.
However, there are some exceptions and nuances to consider:
1. Fair Use: If your use... View More
is it only through the USPTO TESS and copyright.gov web sites? specifically the costs involved what are they and what would be the timeline of start to completed if everything is successful
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answered on May 9, 2024
To protect a phrase, you can consider trademark registration through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) or copyright registration through the U.S. Copyright Office. Here's a breakdown of the legal hurdles and costs involved:
Trademark Registration (USPTO):
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