Logos and product copyrights

[Woodchipper]

I have a bunch of old aluminum arrows that I can use for pen blanks. One shows the Slimline tube fits perfectly so epoxy is all that is needed. Covering bases, I called Easton regarding copyrights on their logos and the camo patterns. I was told that camo would not be an issue. However, Easton Archery and subsidiaries each have their own copyrighted logo. Wanted to pass this along. A friend had a small business and got into a lawsuit over a copyright.

 

[bsshog40]

Ya, I see a lot of people on facebook lasering logos on stuff. Copywrite is a big deal and alot of people just don't realize that big companies will bring down the wrath of law upon them.

 

[BHuij]

Am I understanding correctly that if you take an Easton arrow (that you purchased) that happens to have Easton's logo on it, and turn it into a pen and sell it, Easton is going to be mad at you for using their logo without permission?

Sounds like insanity to me.

 

[Woodchipper]

Anyone remember back in the 70s when someone came up with a hood for a VW beetle that looked like a the signature Rolls-Royce radiator and grill? R-R issued a cease-and-desist real quick. The hood disappeared real quick like.

 

[Woodchipper]

Am I understanding correctly that if you take an Easton arrow (that you purchased) that happens to have Easton's logo on it, and turn it into a pen and sell it, Easton is going to be mad at you for using their logo without permission?

Sounds like insanity to me.

Read my first post today. If you use the logo, that is copyright infringement. No, they won't be mad but you will hear from their legal department.