IPilogue

JULY 15, 2021

Behind every costume is a designer whose vision and design breathes life into characters. But behind every designer, other figures may undercut and miscredit them. Disney’s Cruella , released in May 2021 , tells the story of two haute couture designers battling for recognition in the fashion industry.

Licensing 106

Licensing Contracts Designs Design 106

IPilogue

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The termination of this seven-year partnership, most famously known for its development of the Yeezy sneakers, raises important questions about IP ownership when business collaborations collapse. This includes at least eight US design patents filed by Adidas in 2016 that claim the ornamental design of the Yeezy sneakers.

Business 131

Business Contracts Branding Brands 131

IPilogue

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Something has recently gone awry with the law of copyright ownership in a movie or other film — a “cinematographic work”, as s. Part I of the Act deals with the ownership of copyright in works. 13 are the only ones that deal with the ownership of copyright in works. Owning copyright is one thing; proving ownership is another.

Ownership 92

Ownership Copyright Intellectual Property Designs 92

IP Intelligence

APRIL 24, 2023

Combine that “mastermind/dominant” author doctrine with the run of cases discussing ownership of software outputs (i.e., Copyright Office (the Office) when it comes to copyright ownership of artificial intelligence (AI) output. the “lion’s share” cases), and we see that the notion of what an “author” even is is highly nuanced.

Ownership 98

Ownership Copyright Public Domain Registration 98

IPilogue

JUNE 23, 2022

Retired Nicklaus now heads his golf course design and construction company, Nicklaus Designs. The IP rights and activities related to both Nicklaus as a person and his golf course design and construction activities made the deal worth more than $145 million.

Contracts 119

Contracts Designs Design IP 119

Plagiarism Today

AUGUST 23, 2022

According to the study, only one in 25 even attempts to transfer copyright ownership with the purchase of the NFT and even that may be ineffective. The “vast majority” of NFT projects did not attempt to convey any ownership of intellectual property rights. However, NFTs were never designed for this purpose.

Copyright 241

Copyright Ownership Intellectual Property Technology 241

The IPKat

APRIL 25, 2024

Here’s what they write: Generative AI, originality, and the potential role of contract in protecting unoriginal works by Adrian Aronsson-Storrier and Oliver Fairhurst Artificial Kat Over the past two years the IPKat has hosted debate on the question of whether the outputs of generative AI tools are protected under copyright law.

Contracts 76

Contracts Artistic Work Copyright Copyright Law 76

LexBlog IP

MARCH 28, 2022

Trade mark ownership is an important consideration for any business. Unfortunately however, while seemingly obvious, the concept of ownership is sometimes overlooked and can be more complex than originally imagined. Even font designs can attract specific intellectual property rights. At this point, it may be too late!

Ownership 52

Ownership Intellectual Property Content Creation Business 52

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 24, 2024

This is the latest entry in a long-running legal battle between Hayley Paige Gutman, a bridalwear designer, and JLM Couture, her one-time employer. The court explains: They describe steps in the process of fashion design and capture much (if not all) of the creative output that Gutman might produce in her role as a designer.

Social Media 80

Social Media Ownership Designs Design 80

The IPKat

MARCH 14, 2024

The IPKat has received and is pleased to host the following guest contribution by Nkem Itanyi (University of Nigeria) on a recent dispute over copyright ownership of the movie, Shanty Town which premiered on Netflix in January 2023 and discussions over a sequel to the movie. They both signed off as the executive producers of the movie.

Copyright 78

Copyright Cease and Desist Ownership Registration 78

CopyrightsWorld

MARCH 1, 2021

Since you are reading this article you’re most likely either a designer working on brand identity and logos, or a business owner. A logo copyright protects a creative design or an expression of an idea, while a logo trademark protects things that identify a business on the marketplace. Copyright © vs. Trademark ®. Copyright ©.

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Trademark Copyright Ownership Intellectual Property 98

LexBlog IP

APRIL 24, 2023

Combine that “mastermind/dominant” author doctrine with the run of cases discussing ownership of software outputs (i.e., Copyright Office (the Office) when it comes to copyright ownership of artificial intelligence (AI) output. The Office has answered that question with a resounding “maybe.” Merkin , 791 F.3d

Ownership 64

Ownership Copyright Registration Public Domain 64

43(B)log

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The contract provided that the buyer would own the “Work” once it was paid for and that “Purchaser and/or building owner may not copyright, reproduce, or merchandise images of the Work without the Artist’s written consent in advance.” Hy-Vee, Inc., 3d -, 2023 WL 3602813, No. 4:22-cv-00025-RGE-HCA (S.D.

Ownership 69

Ownership Contracts Copyright Registration 69

Kluwer Copyright Blog

JUNE 20, 2023

As a means of cryptographically proving ownership on the blockchain, each NFT has a unique hash, distinguishing it from other copies, as opposed to the non-exclusive license to access the copyrighted material obtained when purchasing an e-book. While not all marketplaces are geared towards offering such passive income, some do.

Artwork 98

Artwork Contracts Ownership IP 98

43(B)log

AUGUST 11, 2022

A business code communicating within a community designed to be closed. Ownership should require a lower burden of proof: comes from the relationship between the spouses and not from the connection to the creation. WFH: an AI can’t sign a written contract or be an employee, so it doesn’t really fit. Merger is off the table. [So

Ownership 80

Ownership Moral Rights Copyright Branding 80

The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

National competent authority: The Protocol makes provisions for ARIPO Member State to designate a "national competent authority" that would be responsible for undertaking the registration of copyright at the national level or designate ARIPO to undertake that responsibility on its behalf. See Article 6. How may fraud be established?

Related Rights 95

Related Rights Registration Copyright Contracts 95

43(B)log

MAY 19, 2023

Roblox sued for copyright infringement, false advertising, trademark infringement, false association and false designation of origin, trade dress infringement, intentional interference with contractual relations, breach of contract, and false advertising and unfair competition under California law.

Copying 94

Copying False Advertising Social Media Advertising 94

LexBlog IP

AUGUST 16, 2023

IP Ownership Nearly all purchase agreements require the seller to warrant that it owns or licenses the intellectual property necessary for operation of the business. This might include brand names, product line names, style names, or even unique packaging or product design.

Due Diligence 52

Due Diligence IP Intellectual Property Ownership 52

LexBlog IP

JANUARY 6, 2023

The only exception to the ban permits noncompete clauses entered into by a person who is selling a business or disposing of ownership interest in an business entity in which the individual holds at least a 25% interest. .” The rule would supersede any state statute, regulation, or order that is inconsistent with the rule.

Contracts 52

Contracts Business Publishing Ownership 52

The IPKat

JANUARY 21, 2022

The book covers the rights of performers, particularly the rights conferred under Part II of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 (as amended). In addition, the book contains chapters on related rights such as moral rights, civil and criminal proceedings, contracts and other forms of protection.

Moral Rights 128

Moral Rights Contracts Editing Related Rights 128

The IPKat

APRIL 19, 2023

Ownership of every name periodically expires and, at that point, anyone may freely claim it on Namecoin by re-registering the expired name. The legal nature of an NFT In each NFT there is a non-fungible token created by the smart contract and an image (e.g., a jpeg) stored on the cloud. the jpeg) to which it is attached?

Non-Fungible Tokens 120

Non-Fungible Tokens Artwork Contracts Art 120

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 5, 2022

This is a case focusing on ownership of social media accounts. The dispute is between bridalwear designer Hayley Paige Gutman and JLM Couture, a bridalwear company. Gutman opened both accounts after she entered into the employment contract with JLM. The district court initially punted on the ownership question.

Social Media 99

Social Media Ownership Branding Brands 99

Nelligan Law

AUGUST 8, 2022

For example, a copyright will help keep your ownership over artistic creations (like songs or videos). Your employer could attempt to gain the intellectual property rights for your creation, drastically shifting ownership (and revenue) of your work. Why is IP important? So, why does any of this matter?

Intellectual Property 74

Intellectual Property Invention Ownership Contracts 74

LexBlog IP

JUNE 22, 2023

Ownership restrictions There also exists certain restrictions that must be considered while purchasing a property in the UAE. Freehold is the most superior form of property right as it allows for full ownership; whereas usufruct and musataha are more restrictive in nature allowing ownership for a limited time with some restrictions.

Due Diligence 52

Due Diligence Ownership Contracts Government 52

LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Firstly, buyers must be aware of designated areas for foreign ownership, known as freehold properties, as per UAE laws. Contract Formalities: Developers and brokers are not allowed to engage in informal contracts for off-plan property sales without prior approval from competent authorities.

Due Diligence 52

Due Diligence Contracts Registration Ownership 52

LexBlog IP

APRIL 25, 2023

Presently, any person who sells the goodwill of a business or who disposes of their ownership interest or other specified assets in a business may agree with the buyer to refrain from competing in the geographic area in which the sale occurred. & Prof. Code § 16600).

Ownership 52

Ownership Contracts Business Law 52

Trading Secrets

APRIL 25, 2023

Presently, any person who sells the goodwill of a business or who disposes of their ownership interest or other specified assets in a business may agree with the buyer to refrain from competing in the geographic area in which the sale occurred. & Prof. Code § 16600).

Ownership 52

Ownership Contracts Business Law 52

The IPKat

JANUARY 13, 2022

Tokenization of IP In a nutshell, "tokenization" means using a smart contract (i.e., The process of creating a digital asset with a smart contract is called "minting". The result is that the smart contract allows you to represent any IP, e.g., trademarks, designs, patents or copyrights, with a token. a MIT license ).

Intellectual Property 97

Intellectual Property Non-Fungible Tokens IP Contracts 97

LexBlog IP

JANUARY 26, 2022

Hayley Paige is a bridal gown designer. The parties are now fighting over control and ownership of certain social media accounts created during the pendency of Ms. ” In this instance, the contracts between the parties seemed pretty clear that Ms. The relationship went sour and Paige resigned.

Social Media 52

Social Media Ownership Contracts Intellectual Property 52

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

APRIL 1, 2023

Construing these allegations as true and in Service’s favor, Service subjectively believed that he possessed an ownership interest and that he never approved the Comedy Dynamics deal. I’m pretty sure the drafters of 512(f) never contemplated that it would be invoked in disputes over ownership.

Fair Use 103

Fair Use Cease and Desist Contracts Ownership 103

LexBlog IP

JANUARY 10, 2024

That then plays off the rest of the title’s allusions to separating “subjects” from the “predicates” of copyright ownership, themselves words connoting the foundational elements of both “ any complete sentence ” and at times a court’s jurisdiction over infringement matters. ’” Id.

Ownership 52

Ownership Copyright Government Intellectual Property 52

Sander Law

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Patents, Trademarks, Designs, Copyright) to another person or company through an IP Assignment. from a sole proprietor to a corporation) or changes its name , you should use an IP Assignment to formally transfer the ownership of the IP from the old company name to the new one. Employees & IP Ownership. Chain of Title.

IP 59

IP Ownership Inventor Contracts 59

43(B)log

JULY 20, 2022

CC has a recent trademark registration for a design mark “consist[ing] of the stylized wording ‘COLOR COPPER.COM”, [with] a diamond shape between the wording ‘COLOR’ and ‘COPPER’ made up of four smaller diamonds, each diamond having a pattern inside of it,” COPPER.COM disclaimed. There’s no written agreement” will do it.]

False Advertising 72

False Advertising Ownership Registration Designs 72

The IPKat

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

First, held the Board, a machine cannot enter into any binding legal contract. Secondly, the doctrine is about ownership, not existence of a valid copyright. Comment The decision appears appropriate, also in light of international law.

Copyright 145

Copyright Artistic Work Copyright Law Contracts 145

Intepat

JUNE 19, 2023

The various forms of intellectual property are already well known- trademarks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs, trade secrets, domain names and geographical indications. Things to Keep in Mind Maintaining Secrecy – Only inventions and designs which are not previously disclosed can be registered for patents and industrial designs.

Intellectual Property 52

Intellectual Property Due Diligence Ownership Invention 52

IIPRD

JANUARY 5, 2023

However, to a lesser extent, other IP laws like the Trademark Act and the Designs Act will also be important. A precise elucidation about the ownership of cinematographic films has been provided by Section 17 of The Copyright Act, 1957 Act. Who Owns What and Why.

Intellectual Property 98

Intellectual Property Cinema Ownership Music 98

Patently-O

JANUARY 19, 2024

The decision is lacking though because the court does not ground its decision in any particular contract or property tradition. Although it did not state directly, the court appears to have based its contract interpretation on federal patent law as it has done in prior cases. MLB Advanced Media, L.P., 3d 1284 (Fed.

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Inventor Ownership Contracts Intellectual Property 68