Our law firm has received a number of inquiries related to recent trademark scam. One of our business clients, Lugia’s Ice Cream, has kindly sent us...
Blondes don’t always have more fun (or trademarks)!
Blondes don’t always have more fun (or trademarks)! Consent or co-existence agreements may no longer be sufficient to overcome a refusal based or li...
Calling all Inventors!
$2,000,000 and $1,000,000 prizes from NIH for inventor of a wearable device with a biosensor to track alcohol consumption in real time. Short version ...
Trademarks are Secret Weapon of Celebrities
Celebrities are getting trademark savvy by registering marks before others get the idea to capitalize on popular phrases and lyrics by putting them on...
This Bud Is For You: Limited Trademark Options For Marijuana Businesses
Marijuana related businesses cannot register federal trademarks. Trafficking in marijuana is prohibited by the Federal Controlled Substances Act. Any ...
Congratulating Michael Jordan in a Sports Illustrated Ad Earned a Business a Lawsuit from the Celebrity
When celebrities receive awards or reach professional milestones, businesses often run congratulatory advertisements that both salute the celebrity an...
Whenever Working With Outsiders and Your Proprietary Technology, Don’t Forget About Technology Improvements
Whenever a business (or independent inventor) enters into any type of agreement concerning access to its proprietary, patented, patent pending, or tra...
New Balance v. Karl Lagerfeld
New Balance sells popular sneakers with a large “N” as part of the sneaker “saddle” design. Karl Lagerfeld introduced a sneaker design with ...
Courts Repeatedly Confirm That T-Shirt Slogans Are Not Copyrightable, but May Be Trademarked
I’m not sure what I like better – reading T-shirts or funny cards. I’m the one laughing out loud so everyone wonders, “What could possibly b...
Converse Alleges Trademark Infringements by Other Footwear Manufacturers and Retailers
Converse alleges its design is protectable trade dress, specifically its middle design and outsole design. The midsole design has a bumper and a toe...