QUESTION
Can I create a mall kiosk of a product that's not mine?
Asked on May 07th, 2013 on Patents - Nebraska
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I want to make the products accessible to those who can't buy online.
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Yes you can create a mall kiosk - as long as you are selling genuine products. Thus, you may need permission of the "brand" owner to be a reseller.
Answered on Jun 03rd, 2013 at 12:15 PM
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Answered on May 10th, 2013 at 2:39 AM
Your question is too general to answer concisely. Perhaps you are concerned about using another company's trademark (brand, name, etc.). If so, you may need their permission to do so. However, if you have purchased a product legally, you may resell it absent an agreement not to do so at the time of sale. It sounds as if you should consult an attorney and relate the specifics of your situation.
Answered on May 09th, 2013 at 2:05 PM
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You probably can sell a product that is not yours (assuming you purchased it or made it yourself) if it is not protected by a patent, and you do not use someone else's trademark, and you do not copy someone else's trade dress.
Answered on May 09th, 2013 at 3:57 AM
You don't say what the product is and that may make a difference.. However, you will probably need permission of the product owner to distribute anything but the most generic product in any manner and in any location. Some products (such as food, chemicals and medicines, hazardous items, etc.) may also need distribution approval by a government or regulatory agency.
Answered on May 08th, 2013 at 6:57 AM