In this illegal?

Discussion in 'Legal Issues' started by parsons130, Dec 24, 2010.

  1. #1
    I recently started up a new sports site and twitter account. My question is regards to a logo and if it is an infringement of another companies logo.

    My logo can be seen here - http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/1192470714/logo-17.png

    Is this an infringement of ESPNs logo?

    If it is can someone tell me how?
     
    parsons130, Dec 24, 2010 IP
  2. xjessie007

    xjessie007 Peon

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    I wouldn't say it is an infringement. ESPN is 4 letters, your logo is 3 letters. To be on the safe side, make sure your colors are different too.
     
    xjessie007, Dec 25, 2010 IP
  3. farcry123

    farcry123 Peon

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    No. if someone thinks it is. just provide the contact details so that they can contact you. No this is just a font u use. and it's fine. ESPN is a high earning site. don't care a bit abt a logo.
     
    farcry123, Dec 25, 2010 IP
  4. farcry123

    farcry123 Peon

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    I should not matter...As far as I am concerned..
     
    farcry123, Dec 25, 2010 IP
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    I also do not say this is illegal.
    They probably do not own rights to the font so you should be all set.
     
    DaringHost, Dec 25, 2010 IP
  6. GaryEarle

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    Ya know...I took a look at your logo...and then put the Espn logo beside it...Hmmm..not a whole lot of similarities..

    My first question would be...did you design it or did a company do it for you?

    If you did..then I'm sure you did some research first ..right??..and if a company did it...they also should have done the same..

    If it were me.....I'd let it fly like it is.....if they get their toes stepped on..You'll know

    Just my opinion
    Gary
     
    GaryEarle, Dec 26, 2010 IP