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2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Civil Rights and Intellectual Property for Mississippi on
Q: If I use pictures I've taken of children to illustrate a book do I need a release from their parents?

I plan to use filters so that the children aren't recognizable unless you've seen the original photo.

Bao Tran
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Bao Tran
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....
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2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Civil Rights and Intellectual Property for Mississippi on
Q: If I use pictures I've taken of children to illustrate a book do I need a release from their parents?

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...
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2 Answers | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for Mississippi on
Q: I need to make this trademark active

I need to make this trademark active Glitzissippi

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Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
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

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2 Answers | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for Mississippi on
Q: I need to make this trademark active

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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Internet Law, Libel & Slander and Intellectual Property for Mississippi on
Q: Does making pornographic content of a copyrighted character fall under fair use / parody?

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...
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2 Answers | Asked in Patents (Intellectual Property) and Intellectual Property for Mississippi on
Q: How do I get an Assignee off my patent if they are out of business?

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.

Stephen E. Zweig
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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...
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2 Answers | Asked in Patents (Intellectual Property) and Intellectual Property for Mississippi on
Q: How do I get an Assignee off my patent if they are out of business?

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

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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Intellectual Property, Probate and Real Estate Law for Mississippi on
Q: If A will hasn’t been probated can the estate / property be sold
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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

1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property for Mississippi on
Q: is legitimizing heirs needed to live on property valued about &15,000 with deed in dead dads name in Mississippi
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Arthur Calderon
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

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Intellectual Property, Municipal Law and Landlord - Tenant for Mississippi on
Q: What legal action can I take against my apartment complex for neighbors disturbing the peace.

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..

Griffin Klema
Griffin Klema
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...
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