Legal Question in Business Law in California

Copyright laws

Can I print and sell merchandise (t-shirts, hats, etc.) with the name of a radio host. I will create the artwork and concept, but plan to use the persons name, and some of the phrases used on the show. Is this legal to do without the person's permission?


Asked on 11/11/02, 6:51 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Joel Selik www.SelikLaw.com

Re: Copyright laws

It is not a "copyright" issue, but you may not do so.

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Answered on 11/11/02, 6:56 pm
Amy Ghosh Law Offices of Amy Ghosh

Re: Copyright laws

It is a privacy issue. You must seek his permission!!!

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Answered on 11/11/02, 6:59 pm
Chris Johnson Christopher B. Johnson, Attorney at Law

Re: Copyright laws

You would need the host's permission, and the permission of whichever entity owns the radio show and the host's phrases--all of that may be owned by the radio station or company syndicating the show.

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Answered on 11/11/02, 7:20 pm
Mitchell Roth MW Roth, Professional Law Corporation

Re: Copyright laws

No. You must negotiate a license.

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Answered on 11/11/02, 7:49 pm


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