Intellectual Property Law
Lights, Camera, Trademark: The Unsung Heroes of the Oscars
Oscar night is the most glamorous night in Hollywood. The red carpet. The gold statuettes. The gowns. The tuxedos. The…
Read MoreTrademark Use in the U.S.
Demystifying What Constitutes an Acceptable Specimen of Use Evidence of use is, in most circumstances, essential to securing and maintaining…
Read MoreCan Your Trademarks Come Out and Play?
Trademarks at the NFL’s Biggest Game The recent Super Bowl was a hard-fought, nail-biter of a game between the Kansas…
Read MoreUpcycling, Customization, and Trademark Infringement
Can Upcycling or Customization Land You in Court? With its potential environmental and sustainability benefits, upcycling is a popular trend.…
Read MoreLaughing in the Face of Copyright: The Unsettling Case of AI-Generated Comedy and Digital Immortality
George Carlin had quite the career. His seven dirty words routine was the centerpiece of litigation about the government’s power…
Read MoreRecipes, Trademarks and Décor
Feasting on the Lessons of Il Mulino’s Intellectual Property Battle When thinking about restaurants, most people think of a savory…
Read MoreDecorating Danger: Pitfalls in Using Images of Rooms Decorated with Your Furnishings
Everyone does it. A light fixture is featured in a prestigious publication, or a rug is shown in a home…
Read MoreTrademarks in Your Cereal Bowl: A Closer Look at Post’s Fruity Pebbles Trademark Application
It’s likely that you, your kids, or your grandchildren have eaten them. Have you ever thought, though, that you could…
Read MoreBehind the Headlines: Understanding the Nuances of Mickey Mouse’s Public Domain Status
Public Domain Day is a relatively new celebratory event observed on January 1. The purpose of this day is to…
Read MoreFrom Palette to Protection: When Does Color Function as a Trademark?
Back when my daughter was in third grade, parents were invited to her classroom to talk about their jobs. I…
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