Podcast: The Briefing by the IP Law Blog - San Diego Gulls’ Wings Clipped in Dispute Over Logo Copyright
The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: San Diego Gulls’ Wings Clipped in Dispute Over Logo Copyright
Propel: The branding and uniqueness of self-driving vehicles – an overview of design law
2024 has been a busy year in all intellectual property. It has been especially busy in trademark law. Here are the top seven cases in trademark law to date....more
Late last year, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) announced that it had adopted a Final Rule designed “to modernize the rules governing use of the official FDIC signs and advertising statements, and to...more
The FDIC has issued a revised list of Q&As concerning the agency’s new rule governing the use of the agency’s official sign....more
With around 3 billion people tuning in to each Olympic Games, and Paralympic Games viewership on the rise, the Olympics are some of the most widely watched televised events in the world. Athletes are not the only focus of...more
As a law firm, your homepage represents potential clients’ first impressions of your practice. Mastering the critical elements of homepage design can set your firm apart from the competition, attracting and converting...more
The Olympics, long an international spectacle featuring the highest caliber athletes from around the world competing for gold, also features another, less well-known battleground: the competition between companies hoping to...more
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. and a man who claims he suffered permanent eye damage because of a defective golf practice net bought from the company are asking a Georgia federal judge to keep his litigation on hold while they...more
Social media has become a social norm. According to Statista there are over 5 billion social media users. In 2023 alone, users spent 151 minutes on average on social media on a daily basis, nearly 2.5 hours of time scrolling...more
In the realm of professional associations, establishing a strong and recognizable brand is crucial. Trademarks and service marks are essential tools that not only protect your association's brand but also enhance its...more
Some funding applications submitted to NIH beginning Jan. 25 will face new requirements and undergo a revised peer review process. To prepare investigators and institutions, NIH launched a dedicated website with details about...more
Though the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are in full swing, a lot of off-ice activity is happening as a result of the sale of the Arizona Coyotes to Utah Jazz owners Ryan and Ashley Smith’s Smith Entertainment Group. Most hockey...more
In the digital age, fans have embraced the opportunity to put a spin on famous corporate logos. Reimagining logos may be a way for consumers to express a connection they have to the brands, teams, and franchises they love and...more
Sitting square among the AmLaw 200 is Boies Schiller Flexner, a litigation boutique that not only boasts annual revenue of $246 million, but also is a role model for the aspiring entrepreneurs working in Big Law. It all...more
A “trademark” is any word, phrase, logo or design that identifies the source of goods or services. Trademarks are used to distinguish one’s products and services from those of another. The strength of a trademark depends on...more
A federal court in Pennsylvania granted in part and denied in part a licensee’s motion to dismiss the licensor’s breach of contract, fraud, and Lanham Acts claims. Westbrook Monster Mix Co. v. Easy Gardener Prods., Inc., 2024...more
The NCAA national men’s and women’s basketball tournaments will begin on March 17, 2024 and end with the national championship games in early April. Broadcast stations often conduct promotions tied to these tournaments...more
The Pitch newsletter is a monthly update of legal issues and news affecting or related to the music, film and television, fine arts, media, professional athletics, eSports, and gaming industries. The Pitch features a diverse...more
Extra, Extra, Read All About It! We have a major update! If you’re a subscriber to our blog, you have likely caught wind of our recent rebrand to ADventures in Law. Overflowing with a dynamic mix of weekly blogs, engaging...more
Wayfarers Chapel, a Rancho Palos Verdes church, sued Malibu wedding chapel Calamigos Ranch on trademark and trade dress infringement grounds, as well as unfair competition. Interestingly, Wayfarers Chapel alleged in their...more
Seattle Metropolitans Hockey LLC has filed suit against Seattle Hockey Partners LLC alleging causes of action related to trademark infringement involving the Seattle Metropolitans “S” logo, shown above....more
In this month's article, we share some of our top "bites" for the prior and current month covered during the January 2024 webinar....more
The VIA Art Fund opposition and appeal decisions provide an important reminder for those seeking to enforce registered trade mark rights in the UK. While incorporating a figurative element to a descriptive mark can enhance...more
Compliance and branding. These concepts may seem initially unrelated, but they go hand in hand when creating a successful compliance program. Compliance refers to following rules and regulations set forth by governing bodies,...more
Your firm has a great logo, a clear mission statement and a strong color scheme—so why doesn’t anyone know who you are? Spoiler alert: you might have invested too much in the brand and not enough in brand awareness....more
So now you know what it means to “franchise” a concept or brand. You want to move forward in this exciting new opportunity and franchise your business. What are the next steps you should take to prepare yourself to launch? ...more