a question regarding copyright
- January 28, 2006 @ 5:07pmwallsiek says:Hello-
I am interested in a home business making small pillows in the "likeness" of college team logos. The pattern I am using for the Texas Longhorns is a Longhorn, but not in the exact shape of the school's logo.
Do I have to be concerned about marketing the "likeness" of the school's logo?
Would I have to contact the college to get permission for a likeness of their logo? Before I move forward to marketing...I need to know!
Thanks - January 29, 2006 @ 1:29pmCOvalle says:This is actually more of a trademark issue than a copyright issue. If your likeness could be confused with the actual trademarked symbol, my guess is that there would be a problem.
Being at UT, I know that Texas is particularly protective of it's trademarks. Even students and staff need permission to use them. Contact information for questions can be found here:
http://www.utexas.edu/trademarks/
I'd ask.
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