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I'm sorry to hear about the problems with your former employer. I wish you well with your case. Warmest regards, -john

The Daytona is a beautiful watch. Thank you for watching my video and for commenting. Warmest wishes, -john

Hi Jessica, I made a long form video answering your question. It should be out in about two weeks. Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving your comment. I am very grateful to have you here 😊 -john

I'm a bit confused by your comment. Is this a question I can help you with? Warmest wishes, -john

I think that only OpenAI knows the answer to this. Have you asked ChatGPT? Maybe it knows the answer. Warmest wishes, -john

Hi Richard, thank you for your excellent question. The short answer is that until the patent application is published there's no way to submit a challenge on the application to the patent office. Generally, the problem you are facing is quite common and raises several interesting issues. I'm planning to do a video on your question for probable release in late February. Thank you for bringing this matter to everyone's attention I hope this works out well for you. Warmest regards, -john

@johnferrellesq. wonderful, thank you. On a side note, I've seen agreements in patent litigation that one party would not seek to invalid another's patent.

Great comment! Thank you. -john

No it's not necessary to include the score, just submit a copy of the score. I am including a detailed answer to your question in an upcoming video. Stay tuned. 🙂 Warmest wishes, -john

This seems like a good option for you. Be sure to hire a local attorney with IP licensing experience to help review the final contract before you sign. Good luck with this! -john

I'm not sure. You might contact the Bucharest permitting department of the City government. Warmest regards, -john

Thank you for the kind comment. I am so happy that you are finding these videos useful. I am curious what other types of videos you watch. Are there other entrepreneur topics I could address that you would be interested in watching? -john

This food court sounds like it might be a public space, in which case the photographs of people located there posted to Instagram should be ok. But I am not 100% sure about the particular space. 🙂

Canada does not have a PPA (Provisional Patent Application) program. Warmest regards,-john

Thank you for the kind comment. I am so happy that you are finding these videos useful. I am curious what other types of videos you watch. Are there other entrepreneur topics I could address that you would be interested in watching? Warmest wishes, -john

'So sorry to hear you are having problems with the website. I believe the site might have been down over the weekend.You might give it another try now. Email me at jsferrell@carrferrell.com if you would like one of our attorneys to handle this for you. Warmest wishes, -john

@@johnferrellesq. it's FINALLY working but who knows for how long given Trump's desire to shut down all government agencies ... I will file and hopefully get approved before mass firings begin to occur.

Wonderful! So great to hear. Good luck with your registration. -john

Since I am not a Chinese lawyer, I probably should not try to answer this one. 🙂 'So sorry. -john

Yes, of course. Unpredictable results is one indicia of nonobviousness, but clearly there are other permutations of nonobvious methods and system elements that could also meet this requirement. Warmest wishes, -john

It is electronic in nature. I have yet to design a custom pcb or find a manufacturer.

Yes, this is a great way to start. Have you filed your PPA (Provisional Patent Application) yet? -john

Good luck with this. 🙂 -john

@@johnferrellesq. I have not, I still have questions I think I should ask beforehand, your videos are helping with that, thank you!

@@collaborativeclockworks 'Wishing you great success! -john

If you follow my video and use the Patent Center form, no separate PTO/SB16 is required. Warmest regards,-john

To answer your question, check out this video: th-cam.com/video/dDwEuuZPHZY/w-d-xo.html Warmest wishes, -john

Thank you for your comment. I am so grateful to have you on my channel. Please subscribe if you haven't done so already. Warmest wishes. 😊 -john

Thank you for watching and commenting. 🙂 -john

Allessandro Volta, Joseph Swan and many others were involved in a long sequence of improvements that led to the first light bulb. Thomas Edison holds many of the patents for the breakthrough improvements that made light bulbs practical for everyday use by the masses, and is thus often credited with the invention. Thank you for pointing this out. Warmest regards, -john

It's hard to determine nonobviousness from the facts provided, but the bracket you describe could be. 🙂 Yes, a patent attorney will be able opine for you on whether they believe an invention is nonobviousness.

Virtually zero. If patent attorney were any good at building and selling products, they probably would never have spent the time and money to become a lawyer. Besides, it's against the law for an attorney to steal your idea. Warmest wishes, -john

Bev check out the similarities between two notebook stands, the Roost and Nexstand. My comment was deleted so I'm not sure if it was bc I posted links to their websites but the point is that many examples seem to support what you are saying, that it isn't so much the innovation but more the mood of the examiner and the courts. And then there's always the example of the intermittent windshield wiper example by Robert Kearns.

Fortunately, most inventions don't require judges to decide. Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving your comment. I am very grateful to have you here 😊 -john

Copyright infringement and plagiarism-especially online-are ongoing problems for creators and small businesses. Copyright infringement happens when someone copies, distributes, displays, or adapts your copyrighted content (text, images, music, etc.) without permission. This is a legal issue. Plagiarism is when someone takes your work and fails to give you credit, even if they make minor changes. This is more of an ethical issue (though it may also be legally actionable under copyright law). If someone is copying your website’s content (text, images, etc.) and claiming it as their own, that is likely copyright infringement, not just plagiarism. Changing a few words does not automatically make it “original” or free from copyright concerns. U.S. courts (and many others globally) use the “substantial similarity” test: If the heart of your work (such as the structure, key phrasing, or overall message) remains recognizable, it can still be copyright infringement. This is especially true for images-if someone uses your exact images without permission, even with small edits, that is almost always copyright infringement. Before considering a court battle, consider sendi a Cease-and-Desist Letter. This is often the first and most effective step. A strongly worded legal letter demanding they remove the stolen content immediately can work without needing litigation. f you want help drafting one, let me know-I can refer you to one of our attorneys for assistance on that. Alternatively, you can file a DMCA Takedown Notice. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) allows you to request online platforms (like Google, hosting providers, and social media sites) to remove infringing content. If the infringer posted your content on their own website, you can: Find their hosting provider using a tool like Whois Lookup; submit a DMCA request to the host; and if they refuse to comply, Google also has a DMCA takedown request system to remove infringing pages from search results. If the infringer refuses to comply and the damages are under $30,000, you might not need a full-blown court battle. The Copyright Alternative in Small-Claims Enforcement (CASE) Act, passed in the U.S., allows small businesses and individuals to pursue claims in a simplified process, avoiding expensive litigation. This is less costly than federal court and is designed to help small businesses protect their rights. Let me know if you would like help with drafting a cease-and-desist letter or submitting a DMCA request at jsferrell@carrferrell.com I can refer you to one of our attorneys. Warmest regards, -john

Gabriel, Yes, you absolutely can apply for copyright protection in the United States, even if you are not originally from the U.S., provided that your country of origin has copyright relations with the United States. Fortunately, most countries are members of the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works, a global treaty that ensures reciprocal copyright protection among its member countries. If your country is a signatory to the Berne Convention (or has a similar treaty or agreement with the U.S.), you are eligible to seek copyright protection in the U.S. Warmest regards, -john

I am happy to clarify if you have a specific question. Warmest regards, -john

I am so sorry about the book we just published a new edition. If you send me an email at jsferrell@carrferrell.com, I will make sure you get a hot link to the book. In the meantime we will try to sort this out. 🙂 -john

We are fixing the link. 🙂 Thank you. -john

Link is fixed. 🙂 thank you for letting us know! -john

Is giving out your music on CD to a select set of people or posting it on your webpage and sharing the link with a select set of people considered “published”? The concept of "publication" under U.S. copyright law (17 U.S.C. § 101) involves the distribution of a work to the public by sale, transfer of ownership, rental, lease, or lending, or by offering to distribute copies to a group of persons for purposes of further distribution, public performance, or display. If you distribute CDs only to a limited, private group (e.g., friends, family, or colleagues), it generally would not constitute publication. However, if the distribution suggests an intention to reach a broader public audience (e.g., to music reviewers or industry insiders for promotion), this may be interpreted as publication. Sharing your music on a webpage, even with access limited to select individuals (e.g., via a password or link), could potentially be considered publication, particularly if the music is accessible by anyone with the link. The broader the audience or potential for redistribution, the more likely it is to be deemed published. If the music is unpublished at the time of registration, it should be registered as an unpublished work. If it has been distributed in a manner that constitutes publication, it should be registered as published. ‘Hope this helps. Warmest regards, -john

If you register a song in one genre and decide to use the same lyrics but redo it for a different genre, is that considered a different song? This largely depends on how you alter the music for the new version. Here are the considerations: If the lyrics remain identical, but the musical composition changes significantly to fit a different genre, the new version could be considered a derivative work. While the original copyright for the lyrics would still apply, the new arrangement or composition could qualify for separate copyright protection if it reflects substantial creative changes. If you anticipate reusing lyrics across multiple musical arrangements, you may want to register the lyrics separately as a standalone literary work (Form TX), or each musical composition or arrangement independently (Form PA) to account for variations across genres. -john

Thank you for your comment. I am tackling each of your questions in a separate reply. How would you register multiple AI-generated songs if you wrote and own the lyrics and have the legal rights to the generated music? To register multiple AI-generated songs with the U.S. Copyright Office (or its equivalent in other jurisdictions), you should take the following steps: Since you wrote the lyrics, they are a distinct copyrightable element under your ownership. For the music generated by AI, confirm that you have a clear legal agreement or license granting you rights to the generated content. This agreement ensures you can claim authorship or ownership of the final song arrangement. If the songs are part of a collection (e.g., an album or a series of related works created within the same period), you may be able to register them as a single submission under a group registration of unpublished works or a single registration for published works (if they were all published simultaneously). Each song would still have individual protection within that submission. Alternatively, each song can be registered individually if preferred or if their release times are staggered. Use Form PA (Performing Arts) for registering songs (lyrics and music). Specify your authorship of the lyrics and include details about the AI-generated music, including any modifications or human involvement in arranging, editing, or producing the AI-generated material. Provide a deposit copy of the work (e.g., audio recordings, lyric sheets, or sheet music). Given the evolving legal landscape around AI-generated works, include a clear explanation in your application detailing the nature of the AI-generated music, your ownership rights, and the extent of your creative contribution. Good luck with your music! -john

Thank you you're amazing 👏 👏👏👏

Yes. 🙂 Are you looking for a patent lawyer? -john

if you are uncomfortable with what you've shared, you can try going to the settings tab on your ChatGPT account; go to the Security button and Delete All Chats. Honestly, however, given the topics that I have been reading lately that subscribers have been discussing with Chat, there is not much you could say that would make Chat blush. That said, however, if you are a Russian oligarch and were discussing with Chat your plans to overthrow the Russian government; delete your account and and stay out of tall buildings. 🥺 Warm wishes, -john

Hi AAJ, Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving your comment. If a melody is in the public domain, it is free for anyone to use, modify, and build upon without restriction. You are not required to provide attribution, and you can incorporate it into your remix without additional legal hurdles. Works licensed under Creative Commons BY 4.0 can be used, shared, and adapted, provided that proper attribution is given to the original creator. As long as you credit the source appropriately, you can freely include these melodies in your remix. Assuming you have the necessary rights to use the AI-generated melody (whether through a license, ownership of the generated output, or explicit permission from the AI tool’s provider), you may remix it alongside the public domain or CC BY 4.0 melody. However, some legal nuances about AI-generated works should be considered. In many jurisdictions, AI-generated works might not qualify for copyright protection unless a human creator has made substantial creative contributions. If you’ve significantly transformed the AI melody through your remix process, such as by adding original beats, sounds, or other creative elements, this should qualify as an original work eligible for copyright protection. ‘Hope this answers your question. Warmest regards, -john

@@johnferrellesq. Thank you for the quick reply. Yes, that what I did, I took the AI melody and added extra beat and sound to it and mix and blend it with the other song as well.

Great post! Thank you for commenting. Warmest wishes, -john

Hi Colton, 'love your videos. Feel free to reach out to me at jsferrell@carrferrell.com. Warmest wishes, -john

Thank you. Another great comment. 🙂 -john

I totally agree. This "21 Signs" video is a few years old and we have been trying to level-up a bit with each new posting since. I met with my production team this morning and read them your comment. Better b-roll is definitely an area we still have a lot of room for improvement. After four years of making videos almost weekly, we are still just getting started on the learning journey. Thank you for taking the time to watch and to comment. Warmest wishes, -john