Legal Question in Intellectual Property in South Carolina

If I go to the mall and purchase a novelty license plate for a college team. Can i take this plate and use it for the top on a birdhouse and resell it without a trademark infringement.


Asked on 1/19/11, 10:50 am

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

As a Franchise Attorney I can say this. If you use someone's intellectual property without their permission, you can and likely will get sued. You need permission, usually via a license. 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.

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Answered on 1/24/11, 6:37 pm


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