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colorable imitation

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A quick definition of colorable imitation:

A colorable imitation is a mark or work that looks very similar to a registered mark or copyrighted work, even if it wasn't made to deceive. This can cause confusion or mistakes for people who are buying things. The amount of similarity needed to be considered infringement depends on the product and how careful the buyer is expected to be. There are different types of similarity, like comprehensive nonliteral similarity, fragmented literal similarity, and substantial similarity.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A mark that resembles a registered trademark and is likely to cause confusion or mistake, even if it was not created with the intent to deceive.

Examples:

  • A company creates a logo that looks very similar to a well-known brand's logo, using similar colors and shapes. This could be considered a colorable imitation.
  • A musician writes a song that sounds very similar to another artist's hit song, even though the lyrics and melody are not exactly the same. This could also be considered a colorable imitation.

These examples illustrate how a mark or work can be considered a colorable imitation if it closely resembles another, even if it was not intentionally created to deceive consumers or copy another's work exactly. The standard for determining whether a mark or work is a colorable imitation depends on the nature of the product and how much care the typical buyer would be expected to take in making the selection in that particular market.

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matt gaetz ethics report released
paid for sex with a junior in high school
guarantee people still defend him
BulbasaurNoLikeCardio
9:51
I only read headlines and skimmed a random article of it since I am the only one at work this week. Seems like he is Republican Hunter Biden but not at the paying rent with poop paintings stage
ImpartialLion
9:55
Sent in my transcript at 6 am today and it’s processing. Think it will be processed before lsac closes tmrw?
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9:58
I would say it is a toss up, for how much LSAC charges us for everything they are extremely efficient in processing and sending stuff out BUT with a 30% uptake in applicants and the holidays it may be significantly slower unless it is ran through and processed by a computer program. Even if it takes them longer to process it, not like there is anyone at a school to request and review it after LSAC does their thing
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Hope schools are chill and just send As leaving the Rs for next month lol
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Fingers crossed for good luck today
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