Creative Law Center
AUGUST 3, 2020
To license or sell your work to Hollywood, it must be cleared of infringing uses of the creative work of others. Here's how one filmmaker did just that. The post How to Sell Your Work to Hollywood appeared first on Creative Law Center. Copyright & Content Protection
Erik K Pelton
AUGUST 6, 2020
Earlier this week, our firm submitted brief comments regarding the USPTO’s proposed adjustment (note, there are no decreases proposed – only increases and new fees) rulemaking. Our comments and those of others can be found on Regulations.gov at: [link].
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WIPO Magazine
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
In 2019, Dr. Akira Yoshino was awarded the Nobel Prize for his work in inventing the world’s first lithium-ion battery.
Sander Law
DECEMBER 14, 2020
Copyright: Using images on social media. If you ever wondered if you can use that image you found through a Google search on your social media post or on your website, this post is for you. Copyright protection of images. Every photograph or image created is protected under Copyright.
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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.
Art Law Journal
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Artists seeking creative opportunities and funding to continue their work can improve their grant writing skills. Learn how to be present your project or proposal with these tips. The post Effective Grant Writing for Emerging Artists appeared first on Art Business Journal. Finances career transitio
Traverse Legal Blog
NOVEMBER 7, 2020
Here is the class action complaint filed against Airbnb by Traverse Legal and Gibbs Law Group. The pdf download link to the class action lawsuit and claims is also below.
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Trademark and Copyright Law Blog
JULY 9, 2020
On June 30, amidst the traditional flurry of end-of-term opinions, the Supreme Court issued its decision in the first case to have been argued before it via teleconference, United States Patent and Trademark Office et al. Booking.com B.V.
Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies are rapidly expanding throughout the world – and with that rapid expansion has come a growing interest in IP protection for blockchain and cryptocurrency inventions. USPTO statistics confirm blockchain’s ascendance.
IP Spotlight
DECEMBER 31, 2020
The USPTO recently released its FY2020 Performance and Accountability Report , with contains helpful information about allowance rates, average pendency, and other statistics about its review of patent and trademark applications this year. Each year, IP Spotlight analyzes this report and, and we update our readers who often ask: how long does it take for a patent or trademark registration to grant?
Intellectual Property Office Blog
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
Copyright is scary. Really scary. At least it used to be! As an interior stylist who produces photoshoots for some of the country’s biggest magazines and commercial brands, getting the shots right is a must.
Creative Law Center
APRIL 3, 2020
There are no rules for crafting the perfect copyright page. You can set it up however you like. The copyright police won't come for you. Here's a template you can start with. The post 8 Parts of a Perfect Copyright Page appeared first on Creative Law Center. Copyright & Content Protection
Erik K Pelton
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
There are several critical questions you should ask your trademark lawyer before hiring their services. In this podcast Erik shares some of these important questions. Listen and avoid some of the key mistakes. The post Questions to Ask Your Trademark Lawyer appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC. There are several critical questions you should ask your trademark lawyer before hiring their services. In this podcast Erik shares some of these important questions.
WIPO Magazine
DECEMBER 17, 2020
Bjorn Ulvaeus outlines his ambitions as CISAC President and shares his vision of the role that technology will play in placing creators at the heart of a transformed music industry ecosystem
Sander Law
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
Trademarks: NICE classification. The NICE classification is a system for classifying goods and services that is used when applying for trademark registration. It is an internationally recognized system and is updated periodically to capture new types of products and services. Classes.
Art Law Journal
AUGUST 15, 2020
Steve Schlackman. Are street photographers protected when taking photos of strangers in public or are they invading the subject's right to privacy? Right of Publicity Art Law freedom of expression photography Right to Privacy
Traverse Legal Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Is there a class-action lawsuit filed against Airbnb? As many of you know, we have been filing AAA arbitration cases against Airbnb on behalf of Airbnb hosts for COVID-19 refund issues which violated the agreed cancellation policies between the hosts and their guests.
Dear Rich IP Blog
DECEMBER 15, 2020
Dear Rich: I want to copyright a report I researched and wrote and hope to sell to a museum. My report includes my collection of 19th-century photographs, most of which are extremely rare. W hen researchers use the report, I want them to credit me. How do I do that?
IP Blog
DECEMBER 11, 2020
As we approach the end of the transition period, during which time the UK was no longer a member of the EU but still followed certain laws and regulations and remained a part of the customs union, this is a reminder that on January 1, 2021, only UK laws will apply.
Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts
NOVEMBER 10, 2020
On October 17, China’s National People’s Congress (NPC) formally adopted a revised patent law that makes significant changes to that country’s legal framework for pharmaceutical patents.
McKinsey Operations
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Updated annually, our Private Markets Review offers the best of our research and insight into private equity, private real estate, and other private markets. Explore the findings from our most recent report and scroll for past years’ reports. Insights on Private Equity & Principal Investors
Canadian Intellectual Property Blog
DECEMBER 7, 2020
Case introduction: The Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations (“NOC Regulations”) permit the Minister of Health (“Minister”) to issue a notice of compliance (“NOC”) to a generic company where a patentee’s effective consent is obtained.
Intellectual Property Office Blog
JULY 9, 2020
I love reading. It allows our imaginations to run wild and provides a sense of escapism from everyday life, which is so important in these uncertain times. It also helps us switch off from our mobile phones, TVs and dare I say it … our partners.
Erik K Pelton
DECEMBER 8, 2020
The USPTO will put into effect on January 2, 2021 what is quite likely the largest trademark fee increase in US history. Many fees are going up, and several new fees have been created. These fee changes have been in the works for more than a year. For my past public comments on these, please see earlier posts here: Public comments submitted by EMP&A regarding USPTO’s proposed trademark fee increases (Aug. 6, 2020).
WIPO Magazine
DECEMBER 17, 2020
Legal guidance is critical to introducing a new brand successfully and smoothly. Strategic trademark consultant Kathryn Park, former General Counsel for Brand Management at GE, offers lawyers some practical tips on how to conduct an effective trademark search before unveiling a new product
Sander Law
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Trademark Examiner Reports: Common Objections. The objections raised by a Trademark Examiner generally fall into one or more of the following categories: Goods & Services Statement.
Art Law Journal
DECEMBER 8, 2020
If you're an artist or creative and don't document your work and career, learn why it's important and tips on how to get started. If you do, congratulations! Here are some best practices and reminders.
Traverse Legal Blog
NOVEMBER 11, 2020
The Players: Airbnb, Inc. Airbnb Payments, Inc , and Airbnb Payments UK Ltd. collectively “Airbnb”), operating through Airbnb.com, is a software platform acting as a ‘directory’ of short-term rental listings posted by its users (“hosts”).
Bio Law Blog
NOVEMBER 29, 2020
The biopharmaceutical industry is at the forefront of COVID-19 news due to major advances in vaccine development. Now, more than a year since the first case of COVID-19 and nearing a year since daily life has been upended by the pandemic, hopes for a return to normal rest largely on the effectiveness of mass vaccination against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
IP Blog
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Early on in a business's life cycle, you may not have concerns more urgent than keeping operations on track and maintaining a reasonably steady cash flow.
Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts
DECEMBER 29, 2020
COVID in the Courtroom – Texas Trials Come to a Halt. Following a mistrial in a Sherman, Texas courthouse, all four Federal Districts in Texas ordered continuances of their upcoming in-person jury trials.
LoTempio Law Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2020
There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: Interview with Kae and Cami Creator, Debbie Sullivan appeared first on Vincent LoTempio | Registered Patent Attorney, Trademark, and Copyright | 1-800-866-0039. Blog Interviews billsmafia Interview Kae and Cami
Greenspoon Marder LLP
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Featuring: Justin McNaughton, Partner and Sharon Urias, Partner Join us to discuss the Grinch who tried to misappropriate, and therefore assert the right to exclusive use over holiday symbols, slogans, decorations, and cheer. Humbug. Click here to watch the recording.
Texas Intellectual Property Law Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Texas is among the states whose trade secret laws developed using the Uniform Trade Secrets Act as a model.?However, However, businesses sometimes overlook the protection of their own trade secrets. Here are five tips for keeping such essential information safe.
Erik K Pelton
DECEMBER 28, 2020
The following is an excerpt from my video, The Many Pieces of a USPTO Trademark Application. Have you ever looked at the USPTO Trademark Application Form online? It’s called the TEAS Form, – TEAS Standard or TEAS Plus. TEAS is the electronic filing system at the USPTO.
WIPO Magazine
DECEMBER 17, 2020
In countries like Turkmenistan with large expanses of arid land, agricultural development is held back by high levels of soil salinity and acute shortages of fresh water.
Sander Law
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Trademarks: Descriptiveness Objection. One potential objection an Examiner may raise in an Examiner Report is that the applied for trademark is either: 1) clearly descriptive of the products or services sold under the trademark; or.
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