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| Game | 10/6/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I have a game idea that just uses cards. Individuals basically have to read the cards and come up ...
A: It sounds like a trademark and a copyright could work for you. I'll explain both... COPYRIGHTS: ...
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| Burning CDs from downloads | 10/1/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: Since it is expensive to pay shipping to buy CDs from Germany, I have recently paid for and ...
A: Yes, that should be okay. As long as the site states that you are free to make personal copies. I ...
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| How does one | 9/30/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: ....and what's the difference between a copyright and a trademark? As a hypothetical, let's say ...
A: I can see the image just fine. Now that I see you're talking about Senator Obama, this is a whole ...
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| Copyright situation for published work as an employee | 9/30/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: A friend of mine is currently employed by an organisation (NGO). Recently her employer published a ...
A: It's really going to come down to the relationship between the employer and employee. This situation ...
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| How does one "copyright" something.... | 9/29/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: ....and what's the difference between a copyright and a trademark? As a hypothetical, let's say ...
A: First, the differences between the two: Copyrights can be obtained for things of an artistic ...
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| Television trivia games and copyright considerations | 9/28/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I have developed a trivia board game based upon a television show. Must I get permission from the ...
A: Short answer, yes. Intellectual property rights are extended to the goods and/or services listed ...
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| Burning CDs from downloads | 9/26/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: Since it is expensive to pay shipping to buy CDs from Germany, I have recently paid for and ...
A: I'd recommend checking the download site's policies. It'll likely be dependent on what rights the ...
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| Trademark term before mentioning it to biz partner?? | 9/26/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I came up with a unique term, let's say it's "asdfg." I registered the term with GoDaddy.com and ...
A: First, my apologies for the delay. For some reason I didn't get the notification email for your ...
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| Copyright sign on a website | 9/25/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: Is it illegal to put the copyright symbol at the bottom of your website even though you haven't ...
A: No. In fact, it is a good thing to do. You put the copyright symbol, with the year, and your name ...
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| Trademark v. Copyright | 9/22/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: Shannon, I have a unique fitness program and I would like to protect the name, but also the ...
A: You're correct in that there are two issues at play here. I'll offer details for both and that ...
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| Electronic game flow charts | 9/16/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: I have developed a game, made a board game prototype, written most of the patent, and have spoken ...
A: I suggest you contact Mr. Mark A. Manley, Professional Engineer, Patent Agent, email: ...
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| patent document | 9/5/2008 | George Zalepa |
Q: I am a cameroonian and i saw a patent doc. online written by two authors in 1984. I would like to ...
A: To search for patent assignees (owners of the patent not the inventors) you can use the USPTO's ...
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| copyright for comic strip characters | 9/4/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: How does one copyright a comic strip character they have created?
A: When it comes to characters, you have 2 options available -- copyrights and trademarks. The ...
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| type of patent | 8/27/2008 | George Zalepa |
Q: Is there such a thing as a "compositional patent" and if so, what is it?
A: There are claims that are considered "composition" claims. Composition claims are primarily used in ...
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| re: copyright of my verse added to an original song | 8/27/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I have added a verse to a well known song, using the same melody as the original song, but ...
A: To conduct a copyright search, go here: ...
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| Verifying patent pending status | 8/27/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I have been offered manufacturing and marketing rights to a patent pending item (utility patent). I ...
A: I'd be happy to do some digging for you. Please provide me the application number and/or the ...
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| Information Disclosure Statement | 8/23/2008 | George Zalepa |
Q: I filed a utility patent for a "Collapsable Utility Ramp" in May 2008 using David Pressmans "Patent ...
A: In practice, the IDS requirements are rather ambiguous. I almost never file documents in an IDS for ...
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| Pending Patents | 8/12/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: I would like to obtain a patent on a project Iv'e designed, I know it is an expensive and time ...
A: What you want to do is file a provisional application for patent. All it takes is $105 check to the ...
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| Design Patent | 8/7/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: what is the best way to approach companies to show them my design patent for clothing? US D569,581 ...
A: Usually the best way to approach companies is through the person in charge of sales and marketing. ...
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| modifying a patent afterwards | 8/4/2008 | Rene Hasekamp |
Q: If someone invents something and files a patent and it is approved. Later he discovers some ...
A: No, it is not possible to modify a granted patent. If you discover an improvement later, you can ...
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| copyright question | 7/29/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: What is the rule for using two or three lines from a song in a novel? Thank you.
A: My understanding is that as long as you credit the song & songwriter, it would constitute fair use. ...
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| video copyright | 7/25/2008 | Rene Hasekamp |
Q: i am just starting an aerial video business and i intend to take unique video of various landmarks, ...
A: Although copyright is not really my expertise, I can answer the following: YouTube puts a link next ...
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| general copyright questions | 7/23/2008 | Rene Hasekamp |
Q: Rene, I apologize if this is not your area, but basic questions... 2 questions: #1.) I am studying ...
A: This indeed not my strongest point but: #1 I think the best place to start is WIPO (World ...
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| Images from old books | 7/15/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I have a website where I've added some images taken from old "public domain" books. Is this ...
A: Without knowing all of the details, it's hard to say for sure so you may want to run this by an ...
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| Trademarked Quotes | 7/14/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I have started a clothing line. And wanted to use a Ralph Emerson Quote as the motto for the ...
A: You've got copyright & trademark issues here; I'll explain both one at a time. Copyrights: For ...
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| Car Design | 7/10/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: I have a design in mind for fuel efficiency in cars. What kind of patent do you suggest. How is ...
A: You need a very strong utility patent. You can get more informaton on utility patents from "Patent ...
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| USPTO | 7/8/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: what exactly does this stand for? On Oprah I saw that this was the first step to even research if ...
A: USPTO = United States Patent & Trademark Office. This is the governmental agency where Federal ...
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| USA NEW ''NEW SHOTGUN'' | 6/28/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: In the States a "shotgun" is being designed,which will not aim at people,it will not be used for law ...
A: Mr. Yiangos, I consider this a serious and legitimate question. I apologize that I have never heard ...
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| Board Game Patent vs Copyright | 6/27/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: My board game uses common game processes (found in amny different games), but in unique combinations ...
A: A utility patent covers something that is creative, novel, and useful. It is a very broad category ...
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| Infringement? | 6/17/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: I designed and attempted to patent something about two years ago. I used one of those "TV" sites ...
A: If you can find a link between that product and the company you can prove you sent the material to, ...
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| Copyright For a Drink | 6/14/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I have "invented" a special vitamin drink that I would like to market. I would like to protect the ...
A: Recipes are a bit trickier & you may want to consult with a copyright attorney before moving ahead. ...
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| Board Game Patent vs Copyright | 6/13/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: My board game uses common game processes (found in amny different games), but in unique combinations ...
A: Copywriting the game rules, the board design, the card designs, the packaging, maybe a design patent ...
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| When can I sell my IP? | 6/11/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: I currently have a patent pending on a self disinfecting toilet seat. I was just wondering if I ...
A: You may sell it at anytime, with or without a patent. However, obviously, the question is will ...
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| Patents | 6/9/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: I have a question pertaining to patents. It seems that at the company I work at a Patent ...
A: Patricia, the applicant has to sign papers affirming he/she is the inventor, and also papers ...
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| Copyrighting a song | 6/2/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: How do I copyright a song I made? I have no music accomanying it and its just lyrics I have come up ...
A: My apologies! I can't tell where the questions originate from & since AllExperts is a US-based site, ...
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| Copyrighting a song | 6/2/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: How do I copyright a song I made? I have no music accomanying it and its just lyrics I have come up ...
A: You can do this at the US Copyright Office. The application is fairly simple & the cost is $45 per ...
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| Protecting a Concept | 5/23/2008 | George H. Morgan, P.E., Patent Agent |
Q: Mr. Morgan, I have a concept that I have been working on and will be taking it to the next step of ...
A: Copyrighting your material, extablishing a trade name, and, possibly, a business method patent might ...
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| family photo | 5/22/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: My grandfather had his picture taken in England in 1914, while in his army uniform. Can I have the ...
A: Here's what the Copyright Office has to say about works created before January 1, 1978: "Under the ...
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| use of newpaper article on a website | 5/22/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: How can you use a newspaper article on a website without infringeing copyright laws?
A: I'd suggest checking the newspaper's site for their intellectual property page or contact them about ...
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| Trademark Question | 5/22/2008 | Shannon Moore |
Q: I have to say right off the top that my Trademark Question is a rather general and you might be able ...
A: Is the Australian company offering the same or similar services as you intend to? Are they ...
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