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Patent or Copyright
Posted by . updated on 5/6/2009
I have a recipe that I would like to submit to Stouffer's Foods. It can be used at any meal as an entree or side dish. It can also be adjusted to to appeal to a dozen ethnic groups. I believe it is a real money maker. How do I approach the company and do I need to copyright or patent this recipe before providing it to them? I have never met anyone who makes this recipe. I have been cooking it for over 40 years. I also have a great slogan for one of the US's top banks. How do I approach them and do I need to patent or copyright the commercial idea before presenting it to them? Thank you
Answers (3)
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Sanaa T...
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Hi, you first need to check if your recipe is the subject matter of a Copyright or a Patent. As a matter of fact, it could be the subject matter of a Copyright. You can know more by clicking here: http://www.copyright.gov/fls/fl122.html
At times banks and other companies, do their advertising in-house or source it to a third party vendor. You could write them a persuasive letter/ Email them, care must be taken to mail the right person in-charge else your letter may not see the light of day. i hope this helps!
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Scott Jay
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NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further. Many big companies will not even consider any ideas or suggestions from outsiders. They have their own in house research and staffers and depend upon them for all ideas and new products. Very few new products actually make it to the store shelfs due to space limitations. If you want to pursue this, you can write a letter to the company and see if they have any interest at all. If they do, you should contact a local attorney who can draft some necessary documentation to protect you once you reveal your information to the company. Scott R. Jay, Esq.
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Michael...
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You should retain counsel concerning the copyright and trademark issues, particularly if you wish to make money from them.
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