, 2007-12-11
On October 1, 2007, Jammie Thomas -- a single mother living in Brainerd, Minnesota -- was sued in civil court for copyright infringement by the Recording Industry Association of America. Three days later, the jury returned the verdict; Ms. Thomas was liable for willfully infringing the copyrights on 24 songs. The fine: $222,000.
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Copyrights and Wrongs
2007-12-13
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Anonymous (1 replies)
Generally you cant "trademark" something that is descriptive. Thus, terms like "music" or "jewelry" or "lawyer" cant be trademarked. You CAN trademark your name if it is in connection with the provisions of goods and services - e.g., Ford, Macy's, McDonalds... "
What about "Windows"? (I'm not sure what I'm allowed to call those glass things in my house that let the light in...).
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