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By James P. Flynn, Epstein Becker Green
In 2015, the Wall Street Journal observed why Birkenstock sandals might be considered cool:
“It’s a taboo thing,” said New York-based stylist Brian Coats, who dresses Jimmy Fallon. “The fact that Birkenstocks are…
Being a good communicator is central to being a good lawyer.
Last month, I sat in on a fireside chat between President Obama and the president of my alma mater, Hamilton College. As someone widely regarded as one of the…
Jessica Bell, Kalus Kenny Intelex, Melbourne Australia
A recent trade mark stoush in the eyelash extension market highlights the importance of registering trade marks in all states of Australia, and ensuring that trade marks that intend to be used are…
By Daniel H. Bliss
Suppose you want to register a trademark that identifies a source of goods/services for your business. What if the trademark describes an ingredient, quality, feature, function, characteristic, or purpose of your goods/services? Can your trademark be…
By Marie Lussier of Fogler Rubinoff LLP
In July 2024, I discussed proposed changes to trademark proceedings in Canada. Following a public consultation period, revised Regulations came into force on April 1, 2024 that incorporate those proposed changes. The changes…
Last week, many people tuned in to hear former President Barack Obama speak during an hour-long fireside chat filled with thoughtful insights and meaningful advice. What many don’t know is that this powerful conversation took place at my alma mater…
By Gregory J. Krabacher, Epstein Becker Green
Recently, the U.S. Copyright Office published the second of an intended three-part report entitled “Copyright and Artificial Intelligence.” Here are those three parts:
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Last week, I woke up with a migraine and a heavy heart.
If I’m honest, I was also angry. Very angry.
In part, that’s because I saw people – especially those with privilege and platforms – suddenly speaking out in…
By Daniel H. Bliss
Suppose that you have obtained a U.S. trademark registration for your trademark on goods or services for your business. Can your trademark registration be cancelled with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office based on genericness? If…
Written by: Aaron Fishman, Andrew Jenkins, Sean Mellino
Intellectual property (IP) is often misunderstood, leading to costly mistakes for businesses and individuals alike. Many assume that once they create something, they automatically own the rights everywhere, or that…
