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by Anonymous on June 22nd, 2009
Yes, but more facts are needed to assess your plan. In fact, you DO NOT even need to change the color to use a trademarked image. A trademark does not give a person a monopoly on the mark. Rather, a trademark merely allows the owner to protect their goodwill by preventing others from using the mark in a way that would “dilute” or “create a likelihood of confusion” as to the origin of the product.
However, a copyright does give a monopoly. Thus, if you are using a copyrighted image, you WOULD be infringing the copyright by using the image, even if you change it. Unless, of course, the purpose of using the mark is part of a free speech activity.
Could I get sued for using Starbucks name in a song and putting it on youtube?
by Jackeroo on November 21st, 2009
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do i have to use a trademark symbol in print after first mention?
by Deborah_M on January 13th, 2011
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Can I use the word "Steelers" on a T-shirt. Not the logo. "Steelers" in plain block letters. This would be for resale.
by Eric_J1369 on November 3rd, 2010
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I don't know if I should copyright or trademark the word I created and want to use in my story. Which do I do?
by dragonfire5756 on July 23rd, 2010
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Local board has an Illinois Trademark on team name and wants TM used in my book title. Can they legally require the publisher to do so?
by Thermopolis on June 1st, 2011
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