Vilius Bernatonis is the managing partner of TGS Baltic, a top-tier commercial law firm in the Baltics and a member of the International Lawyers Network. In this episode, Lindsay and Vilius discuss the war for talent, why collaboration and leadership
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New Guidance on the Subject of Comparative Advertising and Dilution of Goodwill
In 2023, the Federal Court of Canada released its decision in Energizer Brands, LLC and Energizer Canada Inc. v. Gillette Company (2023 FC 804). The decision clarifies some of the laws applicable to comparative advertising in this country and should…
Mastering Virtual Presentations: Five Strategies to Enhance Your Online Delivery Skills
Pre-pandemic, we were discussing the crucial skills young lawyers needed to master for success, and it’s striking to think that one of those was in-person presentation skills. While we have returned to face-to-face interactions, we have also learned that it’s…
Clash of Meetings: Virtual vs. In-Person – Which Reigns Supreme?
In this ongoing saga, we’ve witnessed the rise of virtual gatherings over the past couple of years, with many of us now yearning to return to in-person interactions. So, which mode of meeting takes the crown? The answer might surprise…
Climbing the Legal Ladder: Career Insights Every Lawyer Needs to Succeed
As April ushers in a new season, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our career journeys and seek inspiration for the road ahead. On our podcast, Law Firm ILN-telligence, we often delve into the pivotal lessons learned by legal…
Should Disclaimers Always Be Made in U.S. Trademark Applications?
Suppose you have a pending U.S. trademark application for your trademark on goods or services for your business and a term or wording in the trademark is descriptive of your goods or services. During the examination of your trademark application, the…
Mastering Business Communication: Strategies for Success
Refining your communication skills is a constant journey, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting. Here are four actionable steps to elevate your business communication game:…
Comma, Comma, Comma, Comma, Comma Chameleon: How Punctuation Can Color IP & Other Legal Rights
“[T]he comma…this capricious bit of punctuation…”
United States v. Ron Pair Enterprises, Inc., 489 US 235, 249 (1989) (O’Connor, J, dissenting)
For want of a comma, we have this case.”
O’Connor et al. v. Oakhurst Dairy et al.,851…
The COVID Anniversary – Not A Blip but a Sea Change
It’s been just over four years since the world shut down for the COVID-19 pandemic.
In some ways, it feels like another lifetime, and I believe that’s a trauma response. But a LOT has changed since 2020. I do firmly…
Usage of ad words by a competitor does not amount to trademark infringement
Google AdWords have long been used by businesses to ensure that their business listings feature on top of the Google search results when the users search for particular terms (which have been bought by a business from Google). While this…