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I plan to use filters so that the children aren't recognizable unless you've seen the original photo.
answered on Jul 25, 2024
Based on the information provided, here's an analysis of using filtered photos of children in a book illustration:
Legal Considerations:
Even with filters applied, using photographs of identifiable individuals, especially minors, can raise privacy and legal concerns.... View More 
I plan to use filters so that the children aren't recognizable unless you've seen the original photo.
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answered on Jun 27, 2024
To answer this question, we need to consider a few key points:
1. Copyright: As the photographer, you own the copyright to the photos you've taken. This generally allows you to use them for various purposes, including in a book.
2. Right of publicity: Even if you own the... View More
I need to make this trademark active Glitzissippi
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answered on Jun 8, 2024
Here are the steps you can take to make your trademark "Glitzissippi" active in Mississippi:
1. Conduct a trademark search: Before applying, search the USPTO database (TESS) and Mississippi's trademark database to ensure your mark isn't already registered or confusingly... View More
I need to make this trademark active Glitzissippi
answered on Jun 4, 2024
There are two abandoned applications for the word mark GLITZISSIPPI. The one for ballet shoes was abandoned in 2015 for failure to respond to an office action. The other for entertainment services was abandoned in 2014 after a notice of allowance because no statement of use was submitted. Neither... View More
This character is widely publicly sexualized, but not by the owner of the copyright per say. This content would also be for profit.
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
In the U.S., fair use is a doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without obtaining permission from the rights holders. Factors considered include the purpose of use, nature of the copyrighted work, amount used, and effect on the market.
While parody can sometimes be... View More
The company has been out of business for several years and I want ithe Patent back in my name. I want to make a revision and apply for another Patent with the revision.
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answered on May 2, 2023
If the assignee of your patent is out of business, you may be able to file a petition with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to have the ownership of the patent transferred back to you. This process is called a Petition to Revoke or Rescind Assignment. You will need to provide... View More
The company has been out of business for several years and I want ithe Patent back in my name. I want to make a revision and apply for another Patent with the revision.
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answered on Apr 25, 2023
When a company goes out of business, the company assets (like patents) usually end up reverting to the company creditors and company stockholders. So unless this is your company, and you had no creditors or other stockholders, you may be out of luck.
In terms of filing a revision -- unless... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2020
Most decedents die intestate. As such their heirs-at-law take the real property at death, and the next-of-kin take the personal property. If a Will is not Probated it has no effect. A recorded Affidavit of Heirship should be the source of title for the Decedent's relatives. If a buyer... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2018
It depends on several things. First and foremost, the main thing that would need to be looked at would be the deed, and whether there are any rights of survivorship. After that, it would depend largely on whether there was a will, an estate was opened, and who the heirs are, and what agreement can... View More
I've contacted the property manager and the regional manager and they've been dragging their feet on the issue. The problem has been going on for the past 6 months..
answered on Sep 17, 2017
Depending on what your state's law provides for noise ordinances, nuisances, or disorderly conduct, you may be able to pursue a civil action against the tenants under a theory of "negligence per se."
As for the property owner or management company, they too may be liable... View More
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