Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Kansas

Is it legal to use a college or university name (no mascot or logo) on a retail product without a license? Example: University of Kansas Jawhawks and/or the initials KU


Asked on 1/13/11, 8:30 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Kevin B. Murphy Franchise Foundations, APC

As a Franchise Attorney I think the answer is obvious. Whenever you use intellectual property belonging to someone else, you need their permission (usually via a license). Consult with a good intellectual property or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.

Mr. Franchise - Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.

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Answered on 1/18/11, 4:35 pm


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