Technology & Marketing Law Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Her latest trash lawsuit claimed that social media, the government, and Procter & Gamble were all doing the RICO against her. With respect to the social media services’ status as publishers, the court says: the plaintiff’s RICO claims depend on Twitter and Facebook’s acting as publishers.

Litigation 107

Litigation Social Media Editing Publishing 107

Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video Why Restaurants Need Trademark Protection. The way people find the restaurant, the way people tell their friends about it, search for it online, or follow a social media page all revolves around the name of the restaurant. I love restaurants for many reasons.

Registration 299

Registration Trademark Social Media Branding 299

Erik K Pelton

JULY 14, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video Copyright Concerns When Using Others to Create Content. Many of my clients have contractors or vendors or virtual assistants who assist them with writing blog posts, creating newsletters, doing social media posting and work. Lots of us use others to help create content online.

Social Media 147

Social Media Copyright Cease and Desist Contracts 147

Erik K Pelton

APRIL 22, 2024

The following is an edited transcript of my video 25 Benefits of Trademark Registration. Provides more tools and a stronger claim against any social media infringers.22 It allows the owner to use the ® symbol, which conveys a brand’s status and helps ward off Infringers. The ability to enter into the Amazon brand registry.

Registering Trademarks 130

Registering Trademarks Trademark Registration Branding 130

Erik K Pelton

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video Brand Protection Cheat Sheet. Acquire relevant domain names and social media handles. Search for tips about social media on our website. It’s six short, simple steps to ensure that a new brand will be on its way to having a strong foundation.

Branding 147

Branding Brands Branding Social Media 147

Erik K Pelton

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The following is an edited transcript of my video 5 Free Ways to Strengthen Your Brand. Register your brand as usernames on social media platforms. Here are five free things that any business can do to strengthen their brand. Use the proper symbol for your trademark. It doesn’t matter.

Branding 130

Branding Brands Branding Social Media 130

Erik K Pelton

MAY 23, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video Trademark Protection for eSports and Gamers. In the event that they have to go after infringers, domain names, social media handles, other people trying to profit off of their name, it’s not going to be as productive as it would be if the names were registered.

Trademark 162

Trademark Social Media Branding Brands 162

IP Watchdog

MAY 2, 2022

This week in Washington IP news, Senate committees are planning to host hearings on the applications that artificial intelligence can have in cyberspace, both for good and bad actors, as well as legislative proposals that could force social media platforms to increase transparency regarding algorithms for targeted advertising and news feeds.

Technology 105

Technology Social Media IP Editing 105

TorrentFreak

JUNE 21, 2022

According to the claim, the defendants allegedly used copyright-infringing fairy wing designs in several photos that were shared on social media. “My own photos of my design were used in image edits and displayed on 11:11 Digital / Paris Hilton’s social media accounts without my permission.

Copyright 142

Copyright Social Media Editing Copyright Infringement 142

Erik K Pelton

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The following is an edited transcript of my video, What Is a Brand Style Guide. So in our style guide, for example, at the bottom, we have some visuals, some images from the website, some social media images that show examples of, here’s how we’ve done it, and how we’d prefer to do it.

Branding 182

Branding Brands Branding Social Media 182

JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Exotic Birkins such as the Himalaya Birkin and the special edition Faubourg Birkins fetch well over a $100,000, and as such, Birkin bags have been considered the epitome of luxury handbags. Currently, By: Pillsbury - Internet & Social Media Law Blog Even the entry-level Birkin bags sell for tens of thousands of dollars.

Social Media 52

Social Media Editing Trademark Blogging 52

Erik K Pelton

AUGUST 5, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video When Should I Apply for Trademark Registration? What if you started using the brand name on social media? And unfortunately, there are bad actors out there who might try to register domain names or other social media names or just mimic what you’re doing.

Registration 147

Registration Trademark Social Media Branding 147

Erik K Pelton

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video Trademark Protection for Bands and Musicians. Trademark registration is not a necessity, but it’s a real value to protect from someone else trying to come after the name, and gives you tools if someone else copies the name.

Trademark 147

Trademark Music Social Media Branding 147

Trading Secrets

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

According to FeedSpot, the list was created “from thousands of blogs on the web and ranked by traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness.” Edited by Robert Milligan and Dawn Mertineit, Seyfarth’s Trading Secrets blog features timely updates on trade secrets, computer fraud, and non-compete laws and trends.

Blogging 59

Blogging Social Media Editing Law 59

LexBlog IP

APRIL 18, 2023

In this edition of #InterestingPatents, we look at Snap’s recently patent: Custom Visual Codes For Network Links Navigating the vast world of social media has just become easier and more visually engaging, thanks to a recent patent granted to Snap Inc. Custom Visual Codes For Network Links ASSIGNEE: SNAP, Inc US PAT.

Editing 52

Editing Social Media Patent Patent Application 52

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

The term “link taxes” refer to the government compulsion of large Internet services, such as social media or search engines, to pay news media for indexing and publishing their headlines and links. 4) Social media “defective design” lawsuits go forward. #StopTheSADScheme. Does anyone care?

Law 102

Law Social Media Advertising Advertising 102

LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

According to FeedSpot, the list was created “from thousands of blogs on the web and ranked by traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness.”

Blogging 52

Blogging Social Media Editing Law 52

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 29, 2022

6th Edition of Advertising & Marketing Law: Cases and Materials (with Rebecca Tushnet). We posted three chapters from the book: Featuring People in Ads (2022 Edition). Regulation of Political Advertising (2022 Edition). Regulation of Housing Advertising (2022 Edition). Books and Academic Articles. Attorney General.

Editing 88

Editing Social Media Blogging Advertising 88

LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Similar to celebrity-filled ads, collaborative relationships between influencers and companies on social media continue to be prevalent. Like Patrick + Brittany and Travis + Taylor: Partnerships Are Key Nowadays, celebrities and social media influencers are more business savvy. Edited by Coby Turner and Cathy Feldman

Social Media 52

Social Media Intellectual Property Contracts Branding 52

Erik K Pelton

MAY 2, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video Does My Non-Profit Need Trademark Protection? To the world on the internet and social media and via newsletters that they might share updates with about their progress. Some of them are in health and science fighting disease. Some of them are combating poverty and homelessness.

Trademark 147

Trademark Branding Brands Branding 147

Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 10, 2021

10The following is an edited transcript of my video, Preventing Trademark Problems is Like Preventing Cavities. You want to monitor, and if you become aware of any copycats, infringers, websites, or social media handles that are infringing on your trademark, you want to deal with them. lieve that is for two reasons.

Trademark 147

Trademark Social Media Branding Brands 147

LexBlog IP

JULY 14, 2022

The 2022 Contract’s advertiser-friendly editing rules and its simplified approach to categorizing digital media outlets are clearly meant to alleviate advertiser and agency frustrations and make the contract more functional and user-friendly. The 4.88% increase to use fees is the lowest rate hike in more than a decade.

Contracts 52

Contracts Advertising Advertising Social Media 52

Indiana Intellectual Property Law

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

He also stated that he created Intellectual Property for the Defendants’ social media accounts, digital marketing, and other advertising vehicles. Schwartz alleges he was never paid for his services despite numerous messages and meetings. Schwartz alleges he was never paid for his services despite numerous messages and meetings.

Copyright Infringement 52

Copyright Infringement Social Media Copyright Intellectual Property 52

LexBlog IP

APRIL 27, 2023

In this edition of #InterestingPatents, we look at Case-Mate’s recent patent application for a Smartphone Case that creates the illusion of embedded gems and crystals. Navigating the vast world of social media has just become easier and more visually engaging, thanks to a recent patent granted to Snap Inc.

Editing 52

Editing Patent Application Social Media Designs 52

LexBlog IP

MAY 9, 2023

In this edition of #InterestingPatents, we drive into the future with Spotify’s new patent. Interesting Patents | CisLunar Industries Revolutionary Space Foundry Patent In this edition of #InterestingPatents, we look at CisLunar Industries USA’s patent developed with support from NASA for a revolutionary space foundry.

Editing 52

Editing Patent Patent Application Social Media 52

LexBlog IP

MAY 11, 2023

In this edition of #InterestingPatents, we drive into the future with Rolex’s new patent application. Interesting Patents | CisLunar Industries Revolutionary Space Foundry Patent In this edition of #InterestingPatents, we look at CisLunar Industries USA’s patent developed with support from NASA for a revolutionary space foundry.

Designs 52

Designs Design Editing Patent Application 52

Erik K Pelton

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video Trademark Registration: The Whole is Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts. It makes it easier to do social media take downs on Instagram or for domain name take downs, or for Amazon brand registry. Well, you get to use the R with a circle. It makes your protection nationwide.

Registration 147

Registration Trademark Registering Trademarks Branding 147

LexBlog IP

MAY 4, 2023

In this edition of #InterestingPatents, we look at Browning’s recent patent application for a Innovative Firearm Trigger Mechanism Patent and Bullfrog International’s Innovative Spa User Support System Patent: Revolutionizing Relaxation. Interesting Patents | Snap: Customizable Visual Codes Replacing Links for Web Navigation?

Editing 52

Editing Patent Patent Application Social Media 52

43(B)log

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Don’t use infringing data; use databases to which you have legitimate access; edit AI generated work for accuracy and to make sure not too much of the original is used. Some VI can likely receive copyright protection as characters, though not clear what the “work” is—a body of social media posts? George Carlin brouhaha).

Social Media 59

Social Media Government Editing Litigation 59

Erik K Pelton

MARCH 9, 2021

The following is an edited transcript of my video, What Are the Potential Costs of an Unprotected Trademark. Without USPTO trademark registration, a business may not be able to stop someone in a different state, or may not be able to successfully do a take down notice on a social media site, on Amazon, or another website.

Cease and Desist 130

Cease and Desist Trademark Social Media Branding 130

Erik K Pelton

MARCH 21, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video How to Water Your Brand for Growth. So, you need to market, whether it’s online, on video, on radio, on social media, prolific marketing. Do you have a green thumb and are good at gardening, growing vegetables, taking care of plants? Great content.

Branding 147

Branding Brands Branding Social Media 147

Erik K Pelton

AUGUST 19, 2022

The following is an edited transcript of my video An Ounce of Trademark Protection is Worth a Pound of Curing a Trademark Dispute. Having that protected trademark in the USPTO also makes it easier to do takedown notices – takedown notices with online platforms, social media, domain names, Amazon and other e-commerce sites.

Trademark 147

Trademark Social Media Branding Brands 147

Erik K Pelton

JUNE 7, 2021

The following is an edited transcript of my video, Building a Strong Office Action Response for a Trademark Application. If you have questions about office action responses, you can reach out to me on email, on social media, in the comments here, or on my website at erikpelton.com.

Trademark 130

Trademark Social Media Editing Law 130

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MAY 13, 2024

— Bright Data has long sold the data of all the major social media companies. Editions Ltd. Power Ventures involved a social media aggregator’s consensual use of its users’ Facebook passwords to access their Facebook accounts. In November 2023, X corp. on all counts. Bright Data Ltd. , 3:23-cv-03698 (N.D.

Blogging 95

Blogging Contracts Cease and Desist Social Media 95

LexBlog IP

APRIL 25, 2023

In this edition of #InterestingPatents, we look at CisLunar Industries USA’s patent developed with support from NASA for a revolutionary space foundry. Navigating the vast world of social media has just become easier and more visually engaging, thanks to a recent patent granted to Snap Inc.

Patent 52

Patent Editing Patent Application Social Media 52

IPilogue

MARCH 1, 2022

On the one hand, social media has enabled global sharing of news and creative media. This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity; all emphases are mine. E: What advice would you give to fellow artists and makers on social media on sharing their work?

Social Media 106

Social Media IP Business Branding 106

Erik K Pelton

MAY 6, 2021

The following is an edited transcript of my video, How to Monitor for Infringements. In the past, you’ve heard me talk about some of the ways to keep a trademark strong over time and some of the things that brand owners must do with their trademarks even after they’re registered.

Trademark 130

Trademark Social Media Branding Brands 130