The Illusion of More

JUNE 25, 2021

Unlike the rest of the developed world, American radio broadcasters are unique in that they pay nothing in performers’ royalties when they play music on their stations. Although this has been true since radio began in the U.S., many Americans are surprised to learn that this is the case and, according to polling, believe it’s […]. The post Has the Moment Finally Arrived for Fairness to Music Performers?

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Art Law Journal

JUNE 25, 2021

When you’re not present to talk about your work in person, your artist statement is your spokesperson. Here's how to get your voice to be heard. The post The Ultimate Guide to Writing an Artist Statement appeared first on Art Business Journal.

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The Trichordist

JUNE 25, 2021

Pandora uses frozen mechanicals on physical for the obvious argument that mechanicals should freeze on streaming, too.

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Art Law Journal

JUNE 25, 2021

Chris Reed. A photography contract that doesn't consider licensing and made-for-hire agreements can have an impact on business. Here are common pitfalls you need to avoid.

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Speaker: Blackberry, OSS Consultants, & Revenera

Software is complex, which makes threats to the software supply chain more real every day. 64% of organizations have been impacted by a software supply chain attack and 60% of data breaches are due to unpatched software vulnerabilities. In the U.S. alone, cyber losses totaled $10.3 billion in 2022. All of these stats beg the question, “Do you know what’s in your software?

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

JUNE 25, 2021

Ft. Wayne, Indiana – Apparently, Westwood One, LLC (“Westwood”), the Plaintiff owns a large portfolio of audio products for use by its affiliated broadcast radio stations and media partners. According to the Complaint, Westwood owns U.S. Patent Nos. 7,860,448 and 7,412,203 (the “Patents in Suit”). The Patents in Suit relate to methods and computer programs for localizing broadcast content and an apparatus for operating a broadcast network, respectively.

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Art Law Journal

JUNE 25, 2021

A photography contract that doesn't consider licensing and made-for-hire agreements can have an impact on business. Here are common pitfalls you need to avoid. The post 3 Common Pitfalls to Avoid in a Photography Contract appeared first on Art Business Journal.

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The IP Law Blog

JUNE 25, 2021

The Briefing from the IP Law Blog – What’s in a Name: Clearing Titles for Film and Television. In this week’s episode, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss the complex process of clearing titles for Film and Television. They discuss recent high-stakes litigation around entertainment titles, including Stouffer v. National Geographic Partners LLC , Jon Astor-White v.

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IAM Magazine

JUNE 25, 2021

A TRIPs suspension will not provide the shot in the arm that millions of Indians need, but the country does have a major role to play in supplying vaccines to the world.

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Herbert Smith Freehills

JUNE 25, 2021

Cavendish Fluor Partnership Advising Cavendish Fluor Partnership as the successful bidder in relation to EnergySolutions EU Limited v the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority ; also advising Cavendish Fluor Partnership and Magnox Limited in relation to a further claim brought by Bechtel in respect of the same procurement process.

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IAM Magazine

JUNE 25, 2021

The Chicago firm, with over 100 years of history behind it, announces merger with rapidly-expanding general practice outfit Crowell & Moring.

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Advertiser: IPO

Women and diverse employees have the technical skill and knowledge, yet their contributions are not patented at the same rate as those of their male counterparts.This toolkit can help organizations move the needle on achieving gender parity in innovation.

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The TTABlog

JUNE 25, 2021

I recommend this article by Raffi Zerounian and Justin Thiele of Hanson Bridgett, LLP, from The Trademark Laywer magazine (Issue 2 2021). It provides a very good summary of the provisions of the Trademark Modernization Act of 2020. Conclusion The TMA provides a number of new tools in the trademark practitioner's toolbox, especially when faced with the task of clearing the federal register of blocking (or potentially blocking) but unused marks.

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IAM Magazine

JUNE 25, 2021

Exclusive IAM analysis reveals where the major players own their IP and whether their holdings can accurately be described as global.

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The TTABlog

JUNE 25, 2021

Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C., is accepting applications for the position of trademark and copyright associate, New York or Boston-based. To apply, go here. "We are seeking an associate to join our Trademark and Copyright group. Qualified applicants will have 3-5 years of experience in trademark matters, including domestic and international clearance, prosecution, and enforcement, as well as experience in managing a global trademark portfolio.

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The IPKat

JUNE 25, 2021

Downing College, Cambridge As it has become customary for our readers, also this year The IPKat has negotiated a special 15% discount with Informa Connect in relation to the registration fee for the following IP courses and conferences, all taking place over the next few months: Standards & Patents The first is the conference on Standards & Patents , taking place virtually in live format (BST/GMT+1) between 14 and 16 July 2021 and with sessions’ recordings being made available on-demand

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