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Expertise
I am able to answer general questions pertaining to copyrights and patents, such as explanations of what they are & how to obtain them. I cannot answer specific legal questions.
Experience in the area
Since 1994, I have been the General Manager for TradeMark Express, which specializes in trademarks. Over the years, I've accumulated information pertaining to copyrights and patents.
Organizations
TradeMark Express belongs to BBB, the Better Business Bureau, as well as INTA, the International Trademark Association
Publications
Tungsten Marketing; EzineArticles
Education/Credentials
BA in English
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Don | 10/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the quick answer and ..... |
| Karen | 10/09/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Julia | 08/24/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I'm very grateful for such helpful information ..... |
| Chris | 08/12/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the advice. I feel ..... |
| Chris | 07/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Shannon Moore
2009-10-21 Label Copyright Question:
Dear Don, Yes, you can file for a copyright as labels are considered to be in the realm of Visual Arts. Here's some more information: http://www.copyright.gov/fls/fl115.html -- Copyright Registration
2009-10-16 Copyrighting a cartoon:
Dear Liv, You have two issues going on here; I'll explain both & that should have you pointed in the right direction. COPYRIGHTS: Copyrights can be obtained for things of an artistic nature. This
2009-10-09 editing copyrighted images:
Dear Karen, I'd suggest running your exact plans by an IP attorney. Without knowing all the details, it'll be impossible to answer fully. I can offer this info though & that should get you going in
2009-10-09 Just wondering:
Dear Chad, It's not possible to copyright the game as a whole or the concept behind the game but what you can file for a copyright is for the pictorial or literal expression of the game. For example
2009-09-29 Novel Plots:
Dear Will, Thanks for revamping the question - answering a specific scenario is far too involved as there are so many factors at play so it would've been impossible to provide you a clearcut answer
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