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Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Touchdown on IP: The Legal Playbook for Upcycling in Fashion

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According to Forbes Magazine, a majority of younger generations (59 percent of Generation Z and 57 percent of Millennials) are buying upcycled products. This growing trend has transformed the fashion industry, blending...more

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The Week in Weed: September 2024 # 2

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Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we see California dealing with intoxicating hemp products. The Eastern Band of Cherokee opens their...more

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New York Law to Provide Protections Against Workplace Violence for Retail Employees

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Seyfarth Synopsis: A new bill passed by the New York State legislature in June 2024, and signed into law by the Governor in September 2024, will mandate that retail employers install panic buttons in the workplace, establish...more

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New York Enacts Law Requiring Retail Employers to Implement Workplace Violence Prevention Training and Policies and Provide Panic...

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill on September 4, 2024 that requires retail employers to develop and implement workplace violence prevention training and policies, among other measures.  The law becomes effective...more

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Design Patent Enforcement in Online Marketplaces

Global E-commerce platforms continue to grow, with many online marketplaces replacing traditional brick-and-mortar stores. While online marketplaces help legitimate products reach consumers more widely than brick-and-mortar...more

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Headwinds in the Retail Labor Market: Navigating the Future of Workforce Dynamics in Retail - Part 7

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The retail labor market is facing significant challenges due to shifts in consumer behavior, technological advancements, and economic uncertainties. Retailers must adapt to changing skill requirements, integrate new...more

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Unlocking Shopper Loyalty: Innovative Strategies for Supermarkets To Drive Repeat Business

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Supermarket loyalty programs have existed since the 1980s and have changed drastically. Given the available technology, the growth in customer options, and the shift in preferences, there has never been a more critical time...more

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New Ruling Expands Trademark Owners’ Rights in Retail Space

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Trademark lawyers are often asked: “What’s the difference between a trademark and a service mark?” In general, a trademark refers to a brand name used in connection with goods, while a service mark is one that is used in...more

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California’s New Pricing Laws Are in Effect: Are You in Compliance?

In October 2023, California passed SB 478, an amendment to the Consumers Legal Remedies Act (CLRA), known as the “Honest Pricing Law” or “Hidden Fees” statute. SB 478 is a broad “all-in” price transparency law that impacts...more

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FTC and DOJ Host First Public Meeting of the Strike Force on Unfair and Illegal Pricing

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At its first public meeting, the federal interagency Strike Force on Unfair and Illegal Pricing signaled a priority of lowering U.S. retail prices. Our Antitrust Team highlights what businesses should know going forward....more

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The Digital Business Legal Guide: Key Legal Considerations

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Have you ever considered the number of legal challenges that come with running a business in the digital era? Forbes predicts that the global e-commerce will surpass $6 trillion in 2024, meaning that there is no shortage of...more

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Big Box Bankruptcies: Challenge and Opportunity

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The surge of big box store closures this year has left many storefronts empty across New England. With almost 3,200 chain closures nationwide since the start of the year, some landlords are seizing this opportunity to change...more

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Federal Court Rules Montana AG Preempted from De-Listing Cigarette Manufacturer

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In late June, the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana held that federal law preempts the Montana Attorney General (AG) from removing the cigarette brands of Grand River Enterprises Six Nations, Ltd. (Grand River)...more

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A Dive Into Intellectual Property Liability for E-Commerce Platforms

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Online shopping has become increasingly popular in recent years. E-commerce sales surpassed $6.5 trillion in 2023 and are expected to total over $8.1 trillion by 2026. Convenience of product variety and online competition...more

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FDA Unauthorized ENDS Enforcement: 2024 Mid-Year Roundup

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In the first half of 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has continued to ramp up efforts to limit sales of unauthorized electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). We previously reported on FDA’s heightened...more

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The Week in Weed: June 2024 #4

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Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, North Carolina considers a medical marijuana bill. Pennsylvania makes noises about legalizing adult-use....more

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The Return of Price Discrimination Enforcement: What Every Business Needs to Know

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The rumors of the death of price discrimination enforcement may have been greatly exaggerated. The Robinson-Patman Act (“RPA”) (15 U.S.C. §13), enacted in 1936, prohibits price discrimination by producers and resellers of...more

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From Lab to Table: Intellectual Property Trends in Alternative Proteins

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In 2019, KFC dropped the unexpected into a frier and forever changed the quick-serve restaurant (QSR) industry. They teamed up with Beyond Meat, a leading plant-based meat company, to create a vegan chicken offering, which...more

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3 Real Estate Considerations for the New Hybrid Model of Retail

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Once thought to herald the demise of brick and mortar stores, online shopping is proving to be a critical element in the revival of the in-person retail shopping experience. The advent of online shopping forced a substantial...more

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Making Sense of a Rare Robinson-Patman Act Plaintiffs’ Verdict

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On May 20, 2024, US District Court Judge Michael W. Fitzgerald rejected a popular over-the-counter eyedrop seller’s bid for a new trial and granted a pricing injunction impacting two large wholesale membership clubs following...more

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New York Bill Would Provide Protections Against Workplace Violence for Retail Employees

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Seyfarth Synopsis: A new bill passed by the New York State legislature, and awaiting the Governor’s signature, would mandate that retail employers install panic buttons in the workplace, establish a “workplace violence...more

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The Week in Weed: June 2024

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Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we check in on how things are shaking out in the New Hampshire legislature. We see South Dakotans will get...more

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Advising a Cannabis-Related Business: The Importance of Attorneys in Navigating the Marijuana Regulatory Framework and Licensing...

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Introduction - The medicinal and recreational use and popularity of marijuana has continuously grown throughout the U.S. since Oregon became the first state to decriminalize marijuana in 1973. To date, thirty-eight states...more

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UK financial services sector on track for wave of consolidation

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Dealmaking in the global financial services sector posted an uptick in activity during the first quarter of the year. This rebound is especially significant given the market headwinds the sector has faced over the past few...more

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Nuts or Not Nuts? Second Circuit Declines to Consider Whether KIND’s Use of All-Natural Is Deceptive, Misleading

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Think you’re being healthy when you reach for that KIND bar in the middle of your workday? We won’t say yes or no—since the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has recently declined to opine on what “all...more

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