The IPKat

MARCH 11, 2024

A famous Kat Facts Puma SE filed an application to register a Community design on 26 July 2016. The design represents different views of a trainer, falling within class 02-04 of the Locarno Agreement. Handelsmaatschappij J. On 21 April 2021, Puma SE appealed against the decision of the Invalidity Division.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

I originally intended to call this article Challenges For Structuring Interior Design Purchasing Fees and Mark-ups , but felt that might be too alarmist. I find a lot of designers tend to skew toward vague and general terms about how marks-ups are calculated and charged. Interior Design contracts cases rarely make headlines.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JULY 16, 2021

To authenticate the logs, Plaintiff provides the Affidavit of Hisham Younis, Express Lien’s Chief Technology Officer, wherein Younis swears that the logs are gathered pursuant to the normal course of business and that the logs confirm “[t]hat a party affirmatively accepted Express Lien, Inc.’s . * Lona’s Lil Eats, LLC v.

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U.S. Department of Commerce

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Manufacturers Like Custom Contract Furnishings in High Point, North Carolina. Photo of a Custom Contract Furnishings (CCF) worker making upholstered seating for the hospitality, health care and senior living industries. . Custom Contract Furnishings (CCF) is one of the many furniture manufacturers located near High Point.

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IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 8, 2022

One of them is ‘Design’ which is a composition of colors, shapes patterns, etc which add value and attraction to the product. Designs are advantageous assets that can be protected only if registered under the Designs Act, 2000. Website Designs. PROTECTION OF DESIGN. Picture Credit: Shutterstock].

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Patently-O

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Design Patent No. D450,839 looks like a set of clown feet (image below), but, in actuality it covers “the ornamental design for a handle for introducer sheath” and is used as part of a medical catheter kit. Junker designed the handle with “large, rounded Mickey-Mouse-shaped ears” to make it easier to handle.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 31, 2023

House Bill 19 (“ HB 19 ”) —signed by Governor Greg Abbott in June—creates a new “Business Court” system for the Lone Star State. HB 19’s passage comes after four previous legislative efforts to enact a business court system in Texas failed. What kinds of cases will the Business Courts hear?

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Erik K Pelton

MARCH 11, 2022

The Commission is soliciting written comment, data, and arguments concerning the need for such a rulemaking to prevent persons, entities, and organizations from impersonating government agencies or staff and businesses or their agents.” trademarks for clients who are overwhelmingly small businesses. Comments of Erik M.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 8, 2022

Effective January 1, 2023, Illinois joins at least 18 other states to have a Title Act authorizing Registered Interior Designers to seal any bound set or loose sheets of technical submissions. This change can only benefit everyone in the industry including, designers, tradespersons, and most importantly, consumers.

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Kashishipr

JUNE 1, 2022

For every business or brand owner at present, the design of a product has become a crucial concern, and why won’t it be, after all, “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” ” The unique design of a product, such as that of Mini Cooper and Coca-Cola, forms brand identity. Infringement of Industrial Designs .

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Kashishipr

JANUARY 27, 2022

For maintaining a competitive edge in the market, businesses need to keep innovating. It applies to different aspects of a business, such as finance, corporate transactions, negotiations, employment agreements, technologies, to name a few. In the present era, working business environments have become significantly dynamic.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 14, 2022

The new 2022 SAG-AFTRA Commercials Contract (the 2022 Contract), which is retroactively effective to April 1, 2022, appears to offer certain benefits to advertiser and agency signatories of the Commercials Contract, particularly JPC authorizers, as well as Union member performers.

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IPilogue

JUNE 23, 2022

Retired Nicklaus now heads his golf course design and construction company, Nicklaus Designs. This deal involved selling business and assets of GBI that related to Jack Nicklaus to Nicklaus Companies. This interesting case will likely become a battle over the terms of the contract with strong arguments on both sides.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, a bridal designer signed an employment agreement that barred her from competing with her employer – JLM Couture Inc. The agreement also prevented the designer from using variations of her name to market bridal wear. JLM) – following her employment. Circuit Judge Michael H.

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Barry Sookman

MARCH 24, 2020

For years, organizations have moved their businesses digital. 5] The UECA is designed to implement the principles of the UNCITRAL Model Law in Canada. All of this good news does not mean that all electronic contracting methods will be enforced. It has three parts.

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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.

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Dragons' Den

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Emma is a fashion designer and founder of denim company, Good American. The Dragons were impressed to hear that Titilolami’s business is currently stocked in Harrods and online at Selfridges. They were seeking a £50k investment for a 2% stake in their business. What's your unique selling point?

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 14, 2023

In addition, any corporation, LLC, or other entity that is formed under the laws of a foreign country and is registered to do business in any State or tribal jurisdiction is also subject to the CTA. entities, such as limited partnerships and business trusts/statutory trusts; and Non-U.S. corporations; U.S. LLCs; Other similar U.S.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

APRIL 8, 2023

California passed the California Age-Appropriate Design Code (AADC) nominally to protect children’s privacy, but at the same time, the AADC requires businesses to do an age “assurance” of all their users, children and adults alike. Today’s case doesn’t answer the question, but boy, it’s a red flag.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 12, 2023

” Despite the contract, the defendants allegedly posted negative remarks about Hah’s work online. ” Despite the contract, the defendants allegedly posted negative remarks about Hah’s work online. Hah’s filings focused on breach of contract, so his other claims weren’t properly alleged.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 26, 2023

This curated guide is designed to inform and assist Founders by highlighting a variety of government and private sector programs. These initiatives offer financial support, strategic advantages, and unique opportunities to foster growth, innovation, and diversity in the business community. Schedule a consultation to get started.

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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 ®.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MARCH 25, 2024

It’s a reminder of why Twitter will never be profitable again (it’s dissipating its cash on wasteful litigation instead of building a non-cesspool business), and that check will be yet another embarrassing confirmation of Musk’s hypocrisy and fragile ego. Breach of Contract Twitter’s TOS bans scraping.

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TorrentFreak

JUNE 15, 2022

Over the past decades, the Software Alliance ( BSA ) has helped major software companies including Adobe, Autodesk, IBM, and Microsoft, to fight against under-licensed businesses. This has resulted in raids and audits at companies worldwide, with computers carefully inspected to see if the businesses have paid their dues.

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The IPKat

APRIL 22, 2024

Trier, Germany The Katfriends at the Academy of European Law (ERA) in beautiful Trier (Germany) are always busy organizing and running IP courses. The European Patent Litigation Certificate (EPLC) is designed specifically for European patent attorneys in light of the particular needs of the profession.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

With California’s unique laws on classifying independent contractors, including how “work made for hire” language is interpreted in California, businesses should pay attention to best practices for a successful partnership. Instant Replay —Is the Celebrity an Independent Contractor or Employee under California Law?

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Art Law Journal

MAY 18, 2021

Artists: Learn how to manage your art business in a financially responsible way aimed toward sustainable growth! The post Financial Planning for Artists to Grow Your Business appeared first on Art Business Journal.

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IP Law 360

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Subscription-based contracts are common. They provide certain benefits to businesses, such as offering predictable revenue. Following this investigation, the CMA released new practical Guidance ( Guidance ) for businesses offering subscription services, which is based on the CMA’s interpretation of consumer law.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

i] It required the contracting parties to implement limitations and exceptions to their national law of copyright in their country for permitting the production, distribution, and accessibility of published work in such a format that is convenient as well as permission to exchange such copyright works across borders and serve the beneficiaries. [ii]

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 25, 2023

Assembly Bill 747 was introduced in February 2023 and, if passed, would make the following changes: The existing exception for restrictive covenants that are part of the sale of a business would be narrowed. & Prof.

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Trading Secrets

APRIL 25, 2023

Assembly Bill 747 was introduced in February 2023 and, if passed, would make the following changes: The existing exception for restrictive covenants that are part of the sale of a business would be narrowed. & Prof. Code § 16600).

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

Now, the primary vehicle to stop web scraping is with breach of contract claims. Now, in its case against Bright Data, Twitter’s lawyers filed three claims: breach of contract, tortious interference with a contract, and unjust enrichment. In the end, it was a pyrrhic victory. They don’t need or seek alternative legal theories.

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The TTABlog

JULY 31, 2023

Kenneth Thomas , Opposition No. August 3, 2023 - 1 PM: Mealpass, Inc. Mealpal, Inc. Cancellation No. 92077915 [Petition for cancellation of a registration of the mark MEALPASS for "online marketplace that offers a membership plan to select and purchase lunch from participating restaurants," on the ground of abandonment.] Opposition No. Serial Nos.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

APRIL 18, 2024

that allows a contracting party to limit the rights of a broadcasting organization from another contracting party when that contracting party provides fewer rights. If a 3 -step test is included, it could be designed to expand the flexibility, not shrink it. But the present draft clearly reaches such content. [2]

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Subscription-based contracts are common. They provide certain benefits to businesses, such as offering predictable revenue. Consumer law aims to protect consumers against unfair contract terms and notices. It is intended to reflect what a reasonable person should be able to expect from a fair dealing business.

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Nelligan Law

AUGUST 8, 2022

The Copyright Act and The Industrial Design Act both touch on the topic of employment and IP. Subsection 12(1) of the Industrial Design Act states that the author of the design is the owner unless they have done so for another person, in which case it is possible the other person is the owner. Comstock Canada et al.

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