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Robert Preskill

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  • Generally, you would not copyright a title. You also would not trademark a title of a book or an article, but I would need to hear more facts to determine if you would trademark a seminar, If the seminar or book is part of a series, you can most definitely trademark them. For example the "for Dummies" series of books is undoubtedly trademarked. In order to prove the mark is used "in commerce" which is a requirement of finalizing your application for registration of the mark, you need at least two books with the same series name since it is not a book being trademarked but a series. Hope that clarifies some part of your question.

    Posted Jul 12, 2008 I have a thing for licenses by Robert Preskill
  • Howard (and all), Thanks for your kind comments. I am distracted by the fact that my head is cut off in my comment icon to the left. All in all, it's an improvement. Regarding referrals, why don't we set a time to discuss on Monday. 415-377-3919 preskilllaw@hotmail.com

    Posted Jul 03, 2008 I have a thing for licenses by Robert Preskill
  • It's hard for me to remember logos (unless they are firmly placed into the public's mind through advertising). I feel the logo is a small part of the most solid brands. It seems like the overall look and feel of design, the content around a communication, all take far more 'mindspace' than the logo.

    I often push for having my company redo our logo, but lately, I think it would be better if we juxtaposed it with something contrary to the logo yet true to our philosophy. Then the logo would take on new meanings.

    Posted Mar 07, 2008 What's With the Truck? by Maria Ross
  • Wouldn't miss it for the world. People frequently rush into new business ideas without knowing what aspect is protectable and the basis for (and steps needed for) protection of those ideas. I look forward to discussing some basic ways you can begin to see your business strategies and ideas.

    -Rob

    Posted Feb 04, 2008 Protect your ideas! Intellectual Property Basics hosted by Sasha Vasilyuk
  • I represent a few fiction authors and it's just a matter of time until someone takes stories that are dramatic (not necessarily violent--that stuff is being done) and turns them into games. The trick might be finding the author willing to allow you to take liberties with their story.

    Posted Sep 27, 2007 Anyone have a casual game idea, or a good story? by Jeevan Ananadasakaran
  • I represent start ups, independents and creatives and will recommend this to them. Would have loved to come to town for the party but I will be at my LA office that week. My base of operations is in Burlingame so your office might be a good solution during those days I have SF meetings.

    Posted Sep 27, 2007 Sandbox Suites Grand Opening Party hosted by Sasha Vasilyuk