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Marvel and DC Sue Comic Book Artist for Using the Word "Superhero"Posted: February 3rd, 2013 by WorstPreviews.com Staff
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Marvel and DC own properties that have brought in billions of dollars, so expect a lawsuit if anyone attempts to use their comic book characters without permission. But now comes word that the two companies are suing an independent comic book artist, Ray Felix, for naming his comic book "A World Without Superheroes."
The problem is the word "superheroes," because apparently Marvel and DC jointly filed a trademark for the term. "I had heard in 2006 that Marvel and DC had jointly renewed their trademark on the word 'Superhero,'" said Felix. "Even still, jointly trademarking a word does not entitle any company or individual rights over the word."
Marvel and DC sent their lawyers after Felix, who has attempted to prove many times that he's legally allowed to use the word. Unfortunately, it's been a difficult battle, being the little guy. Because of that, he hopes that fans and other comic book creators would join his struggle, but nobody seems to care.
"I went public about the case at the last Mocca Con. I got a few snickers and a few childish responses from so-called male adults," he explained. "It surprised me that people who spend their money at comic [conventions] and read about heroes are so afraid and un-heroic in their own code to stand for something. They're conditioned puppets of corporate structures."
Source: CrispComics
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Doc Gonzo writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 7:17:22 AM
Again, what's this to do with movies?
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Wallace writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 7:18:07 AM
Not much, really.
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johnny_boy writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 7:29:58 AM
I think leaving the "super" part out will suffice. Fighting these two mega comic companies is like having sex with Lindsey Lohan: you're just throwing a hot dog in a hall way
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SACdaddy writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 7:42:19 AM
Hot dog in to a hallway....LOL!!!!!
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SACdaddy writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 7:45:52 AM
This seems extremely petty on DC and Marvel's part.
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ENFORCER writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 7:46:14 AM
Superhero superhero !! Going to sue me?
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Deaft0ne writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 7:56:08 AM
Use heroic-men instead.
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Deaft0ne writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 8:08:25 AM
mink what post did I say touche` on¿
I c*nt find it.
check out Pillar Box Red by the The.
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Deaft0ne writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 8:10:47 AM
Nm it was the bikini breakers post.
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KillerCOck writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 8:15:48 AM
wow
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Kurskij writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 8:45:44 AM
Did Cameron patent "cyborg", Cameron "Extraterrestrial" and Spike Lee "*sshole" and "n*gger"?
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Kurskij writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 8:46:34 AM
^Spielberg "ET"
I mix them up sometimes
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cress writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 8:56:17 AM
In related news, Lucifer is suing John Carpenter for his film, "Prince of Darkness"
Carpenter responded to the lawsuit by saying, "Good luck trying to get any money out of me. I haven't had a hit since Reagan was in office."
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30YoVirgin writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 11:06:15 AM
JEHOVAH! JEHOVAH! THERE I SAID IT!!!
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Morbius writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 11:09:45 AM
f*cking retarded world we "live" (read: Survive) in.
File a counter-claim against DC and Marvel for restricting freedom of speech, and being basic bastards.
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Kurskij writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 11:58:55 AM
In related news: Lindsay Lohan sues the UK and its people for using the word "c*nt".
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bandolero999 writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 12:38:55 PM
just remembered that 7 psychopaths came out on dvd.have to watch it now.
ANYONE SEEN BROKEN CITY?
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Evil_Disco writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 12:50:33 PM
SUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHEROSUPERHERO!
..am I about to get sued now?
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Avirex writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 12:58:24 PM
What a silly f*cking word to copyright. Reminds me of those dumb f*cks who buy "stars" from space.
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Cinemaisdead writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 1:36:27 PM
He should have just said it was two separate words and the artist who designed the front cover put them too close together. The comic looks sh*t anyway so like any1 would give a f*ck.
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KillerCOck writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 1:52:19 PM
"Superhero movie" came out in 2008, were they sued????
Broken City was ok. Good acting and good script but very little action, It goes a lil' too heavy on the politics and it drags cuz of it. I wouldn't watch it again.
Contraband was better.
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Gene Ha writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 2:02:58 PM
Just as a consortium of Swiss knife manufacturers trademarked the phrase "Swiss Army knife", DC and Marvel have since the 1960s owned the trademark "superhero" and some variations.
So you can write a story with a Swiss Army knife, draw one, or create a box for your kitchen knife that mentions it's better than a Swiss Army knife. But you can't claim a trademark on "Swiss Army knife" or sell a knife called "Better Than A Swiss Army Knife."
Nor can you publish a comic called "Superheroes" or even "A World Without Superheroes." This doesn't mean they can't use the word in the comic or in a review or this article, but don't use it as your brand name. Got it?
Gene Ha, who works in comic books
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Gene Ha writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 2:10:41 PM
I should add that if Felix can totally invalidate Marvel & DC's trademark he'll win. But DC and Marvel will rain lawyers on the courthouse like hail to stop that from happening. He might have a case, but I don't know if he can afford the legal help to do it.
If he doesn't have the free cash to do that, his legal goose is cooked. He can't trademark "Obviously Not Kleenex" facial tissues even though some people call any facial tissue a "kleenex".
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LearJet writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 2:41:35 PM
Urgh. I don't want to live on this planet anymore.
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BadChadB33 writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 3:09:32 PM
O Jesus Christ you f*cking fags, let it go!!
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minkowski writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 3:21:11 PM
@Gene Ha: ╭∩╮（︶︿︶）╭∩╮
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BillyBunter writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 3:41:39 PM
I know this is off topic but as anyone been to any secret cinema events in the UK http://futurecinema.co.uk/index.html. It looks like a bit of a gimmick but still pretty cool? I wonder if they will bring this idea stateside?
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Ranger writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 3:44:51 PM
I Marvel at this story.
Wait... Marvel. I'm gonna sue Marvel for using my word!
This lawsuit won't hurt Marvel's and DC's public image. People are too horned up for their superhero movies. Too bad. Because this is really a case of Marvel and DC needing a life. But, I guess... give one person an inch, next thing you know the bitch if ramming Rambone up her cavities.
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Ranger writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 3:45:25 PM
Rambone:
http://thelocust.org/gallery/var/albums/friends/mar152000-springbreakpt1/Rambone.jpg?m=1303508802
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minkowski writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 3:57:01 PM
Ugh. The word is SUPER HEROES. Not Superhero. Not Superheroes. SUPER HEROES.
http://tsdr.uspto.gov/#caseNumber=78356610&caseType=SERIAL_NO&searchType=statusSearch
Get your f*cking facts right, WP.
And, the word SHOULD have entered public domain by 2004, when DC and Marvel both files their application.
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CelluloidMan writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 4:59:35 PM
What's with these 2 Goliaths ganging on little David b*llsh*t?!
I understand it's just business, but the comic book universe is big enough to work this out.
BTW, only truly money grubbing *ssholes would be trademarking and fighting this word...
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30YoVirgin writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 6:19:28 PM
@Ranger
that's what Rambo's GF calls him
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Stapes writes:
on February 3rd, 2013 at 6:40:48 PM
In other news: warm bodies was pretty good.
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SoftimusPrime writes:
on February 4th, 2013 at 8:32:57 AM
f*cking BULLsh*t.
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