I recently read an article about the “Milk Carton Rule.” The story goes that if a person keeps leaving a bottle of milk out, stop expecting them to do otherwise. Once you do that, you will “solve the real problem”
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That’s a (click)Wrap
Who has time to read those pesky terms and conditions anyway? As it turns out…they are worth paying attention to, particularly if you are in a position to be writing them or using them on a website.
If you are…
What’s the Deal with 501(c)(3)’s? (Part 2)
Welcome back to our discussion on 501(c)(3)’s, inurement, and excess benefit transactions! If you missed the last post that provided an overview of the rules related to this topic, you can find the link to the previous post here. …
What’s the Deal with 501(c)(3)’s? (Part 1)
Non-profit organizations, by their nature, provide great value through their missions and services. That is at least part of the reason why they typically receive tax-exempt status, including under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). However, that tax-exempt…
Waiting on Spring like Lola?
We’d like to wish a Happy Easter and a Happy Passover to all those who were celebrating over the weekend.
Are you hoping Spring is just around the corner like Lola is?
Marijuana Legalization: Closer Than it’s Ever Been, But Still a Ways Away
I’m sure you’ve heard the news – the House of Representatives passed the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act on Friday April 1, 2022. The bill, if enacted, would remove marijuana (delta-9 THC) from the controlled substances list, impose a…
So What Is The Difference?
Last week I talked about how clients say they don’t know the difference between trademarks and copyrights. Then I didn’t explain what it was. I am here to solve that issue.
A trademark is something that customers use to help…
The Information Desk Is Two Way
At the first meeting with a potential client, they often (somewhat shamefacedly) say, “I’m not really sure if I need a trademark or copyright or something else. I guess that I don’t know the difference.” They say it like of…
Introducing Richard Mullings!
Richard is joining OG+S as a Paralegal focused on IP Docket management and related activities while he completes his coursework at Madison College, Madison, WI.
Prior to pursuing a career as a Paralegal, Richard gained valuable experiences as a technology…
How to Protect a Trademark as Collateral on a Loan (Part 2)
Welcome back to the world of Secured Transactions and IP! A quick refresher from last week (link last week’s post?): lenders engage in “secured transactions” with a borrower who has put up collateral against that loan which has become enforceable.…