SpicyIP

DECEMBER 20, 2023

So, before 2023 turns into yesteryear, let’s see what the past Novembers on SpicyIP (2005 to present) have offered. The issue has often arisen in the context of protecting confidential information through copyright law. Image from here November has passed. E.g., see Prateek Surisetti’s post here and Niyati Prabhu’s post here.

Personality Rights 59

Personality Rights IP Licensing Copyright 59

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JUNE 29, 2022

1-800 Contacts first appeared on this blog on February 9, 2005, my second day of blogging. This is the correct way to analyze the mark similarity factor in competitive keyword advertising cases, though many courts have not taken this approach. 17 years later, I’m still blogging their ignoble trademark lawsuits. WhenU (2d Cir.

Trademark 109

Trademark Advertising Advertising Blogging 109

43(B)log

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Industries: advertising, merchandising, movies/TV, and video games. Even where permission not legally required, thought was better results due to advances in technology—social media influencing: the advertiser wants customized content. A: contracts were confidential but may be able to talk about standard terms. Accolade, Sony v.

Fair Use 59

Fair Use Contracts Litigation Copying 59