This week Donald J. Trump announced that “Back by popular demand” he’s offering his new (Series 4) Trump Digital Trading Cards (NFTs). Being the glutton for punishment that I am, I went to the website to review the offer and...more
Trademark owners often receive advice from counsel about registering their marks for core goods and services. And many times, that is all that budgets initially allow for....more
In today’s digital era where social media is at the core of all business, influencers have emerged as pivotal players in the world of marketing, wielding significant influence over their followers and the brands they...more
The lead-up to the July Fourth holiday was a busy time for endorsement and testimonial watchers—the FTC issued (i) its final, updated Guides to the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising, (ii) an updated version...more
The NCAA national men’s and women’s basketball tournaments will begin on March 12, 2023 and end with the national championships in early April. Broadcast stations often conduct promotions tied to these tournaments. The...more
Super Bowl LVII (57) will be held on February 12, 2023 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The NFL carefully protects its copyrights and trademarks. If your broadcast station plans to conduct promotions or contests...more
In order to avoid being a victim of a “copyright troll,” businesses need to be vigilant about the content they post on social media, websites and other promotional materials...more
I love it when there are new and innovative approaches to sweepstakes. That’s been the genesis and driving force behind sweepstakes promotions since they began. The term “sweepstakes” itself originated in the late 14th...more
John Wilson and Trevor Gates discuss the goals for the Talking Sports Law podcast, provide an introduction to future episodes, and each discusses a timely topic from the world of sports law....more
With the increasing popularity of beer tourism and the statistics on brand loyalty (or lack thereof) among craft beer lovers, breweries may be looking for ways to promote their brand and keep their brewery’s name on the lips...more
The FTC has entered a proposed consent order with Victory Media, Inc. (VMI) to settle the FTC’s charges that VMI violated Section 5 of the FTC Act by engaging in deceptive acts or practices in connection with its promotion of...more
Rapid Growth of Influencer Marketing - With more consumers cutting the cord to their TVs and paying for premium subscriptions or ad blockers to avoid advertising, social media has become an important medium through which...more