Legal Question in Intellectual Property in California
In the 80s, I worked for a multi-image company. It closed and I salvaged some slides from the shows produced. I want to sell the physical images (not as stock footage) on eBay. Is it legal to advertise and sell them as "1980 slides of Dell computer"? Or do I need to take out all Dell logo images and sell only the generic ones?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Taking out the slides with Dell's name solves a possible trademark infringement problem, but leaves you with a possible copyright problem: who owns the rights to the photographs?
As a Franchise Attorney I agree with the other attorney answer. When you say you "salvaged" the slides, what does this mean? Consult with a good business or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.
Mr. Franchise - Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.
Franchise Foundations, a Professional Corporation
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