Public street art has quickly become a trendy and an ubiquitous scene in many cities. Social media has increased the demand and consumer appetite for ...
Beware of Trademark Solicitations and Scams
As soon as a trademark application is filed, applicants tend to be spammed with trademark solicitations that look rather “official.” They come by ...
In the Case Between Mr. T and Leafly, Who is Blowing Smoke?
Celebrities often protect their personal brand by trademarking their name, nickname, and signature phrases. The marketing power of celebrities is unde...
TTB Proposed Labelling Rules Don’t Meet Constitutional Muster
The TTB recently published proposed regulations for alcoholic beverage labels and is accepting public comments through June 26, 2019. According to the...
HOLDING A DOMAIN NAME DOES NOT AFFORD LEGAL PROTECTION OR TRADEMARK RIGHTS
Your online “store” is an extension of your brand and a source for purchasing your products and services. The location of your online business is ...
TWO STRATEGIES FOR CANNABIS BRAND PROTECTION
Barriers to obtaining brand protection for cannabis-related marks are high. The federal illegality of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act m...
CBD TRADEMARKS
With the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill which legalized industrial hemp by removing the crop from the Controlled Substance Act’s definition of “m...
TRADEMARK PROTECTION FOR CBD PRODUCTS
Choosing branding that will not infringe the trademark and/or copyright rights of a third party is a critical step in developing a sound and fiscally ...
DIERKS BENTLEY’S WHISKEY ROW CASE HAS 2 INTERESTING TAKEAWAYS FOR TRADEMARK APPLICANTS
PHOTO CREDIT: Peter Speyer/Special to the Tribune Dierks Bentley and his Whiskey Row pub chain succeeded in a trademark infringement claim brought by...
Illinois Bar Sued for 7 Songs
An Illinois bar was sued last month for public performances of 7 songs without a music license. In this case, BMI and Against the Wind Publishing su...