Our law firm has received a number of inquiries related to recent trademark scam. One of our business clients, Lugia’s …
Category: Trademark
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 schedule …
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 and promote …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …