Legal Question in Intellectual Property in Maine

Are the names of ski trails copyrighted? example.. Mount Abram Trail name Bullwinkle.. can I use the name to make trail signs without their logo is the name copyrighted??


Asked on 2/15/11, 7:13 am

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

As a Franchise Attorney I can say this. Copyright does not protect names; that's the function of trademark law. Trademark rights can arise by common law usage without filing anything. So it's important not to infringe on trademark rights held by others. 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.

Franchise Foundations, a Professional Corporation

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Answered on 2/15/11, 9:06 am


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