TorrentFreak

AUGUST 28, 2021

This is good news for consumers, who have more choice. ‘Consumers and Movie Studios Benefit’ This discussion isn’t new. Release windows have been a topic of debate for decades. One of the direct consequences is that high-quality pirated copies are available much sooner, as the WSJ highlighted this week.

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Corsearch

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

There are also other experts from the Corsearch family on the committee: Brian Looney , Senior Vice President of Global Sales – Anti-Piracy and US Brand Protection; and Jenna Curtis , Thought Leader Marketing Manager. Targeted topics include IP infringement on fast-growing e-commerce platforms. Connect with Mike on LinkedIn.

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TorrentFreak

DECEMBER 14, 2023

For a long time, pirate site blocking was considered a topic most U.S. lawmakers may be more receptive to revisiting this topic. lawmakers may be more receptive to revisiting this topic. politicians would rather avoid. Those challenging times are now more than a decade old, and momentum is shifting. ‘U.S.

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43(B)log

MARCH 25, 2024

In enacting the TCA, Congress found that “efforts to restrict advertising and marketing of tobacco products,” including existing mandatory warnings, had “failed adequately to curb tobacco use by adolescents, [so] comprehensive restrictions on the sale, promotion, and distribution of such products [were] needed.”

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TorrentFreak

APRIL 10, 2024

Congress members, the plan is to propose judicial site-blocking legislation that will see local ISPs compelled by law to prevent consumer access to pirate sites. billion in global ticket sales, Top Gun: Maverick at $1.5 Working with U.S. The MPA’s top man reported box office revenues in the U.S.

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43(B)log

AUGUST 9, 2021

5, 2021) Scilex sells an FDA-approved, prescription-strength topical analgesic self-adhesive patch, ZTlido (lidocaine), which is allegedly often prescribed off-label, including for general neuropathic pain (e.g., But defendants were plausibly direct competitors because they all “sell lidocaine patches that treat pain through the skin.” “A

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Canadian Intellectual Property Blog

AUGUST 4, 2020

This article will briefly discuss the federal cannabis framework and delve into the various provincial frameworks adopted across Canada for the recreational sale of cannabis. The Cannabis Act (the “Act”) came into force on October 17, 2018, and legalized the sale, distribution and consumption of recreational cannabis across Canada.

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43(B)log

JULY 20, 2023

for deceptive advertising of dietary supplements in violation of the FTCA and the COVID-19 Consumer Protection Act. In general, advertisements provide consumers with information regarding products or services for sale in commerce. Parks, who had (as relevant) a Ph.D. Were the publications at issue ads? “

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43(B)log

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Starting with the survey experts: Excluding survey evidence requires meeting a “heavy burden,” as long as a survey is “fairly prepared and its results directed to relevant issues.” As a general matter, “[e]rrors in methodology. properly go only to the weight of the evidence” and not to its admissibility.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 17, 2022

It is not every day that the FTC sues the CEO of a publicly traded company, and it is even less often that we see a federal court opinion on the topic, so this decision warrants a deep dive. Background. But before we focus on the decision, we need to get some unusually messy procedural history tied to the AMG decision out of the way.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 28, 2022

We discuss them below for our English-speaking readers; for our discussion in French, see our post here. Measures taken by the EUIPO and the EPO. The European offices reacted with a speed that deserves to be highlighted. On 1 er March, the European Patent Office (EPO) made its voice heard from Munich. Freeze on international cooperation.

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IP Tech Blog

JULY 28, 2022

We discuss them below for our English-speaking readers; for our discussion in French, see our post here. Measures taken by the EUIPO and the EPO. The European offices reacted with a speed that deserves to be highlighted. On 1 er March, the European Patent Office (EPO) made its voice heard from Munich. Freeze on international cooperation.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 15, 2021

Topical Highlight. Ensuring Access to TB drugs: Is Compulsory License the Way? In this post , Rahul Bajaj and Praharsh Gour analayse the underutilisation of Indian patent law’s robust flexibilities to promote patient interest. Thematic Highlight.

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IP Tech Blog

JANUARY 4, 2023

Through the secure blockchain technology, NFTs allow the creation and sale of exclusive and limited content in the form of collectible digital assets that can be transported on multiple media such as images, videos, or music. The author would like to thank John Hodges and Elisa Li for their contributions to this post. IP Rights and NFTs.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Cannabis [i] is a rapidly growing industry; in 2019, overall sales of cannabis products legal under state law were estimated to be worth $13.6 For more information about any topic herein, please see our October 20, 2020 webinar, “ IP and Cannabis: The Current Landscape ,” or contact your Fish attorney. billion by 2025. [ii]

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 4, 2023

Through the secure blockchain technology, NFTs allow the creation and sale of exclusive and limited content in the form of collectible digital assets that can be transported on multiple media such as images, videos, or music. The author would like to thank John Hodges and Elisa Li for their contributions to this post. IP Rights and NFTs.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JULY 5, 2021

The Counterclaim alleges that Kid Car purchased “KIDMOTO” as keyword on Google and that by using ‘kid car’ in the resulting advertisement there is a likelihood of consumer confusion.” ” * RVC Floor Decor, Ltd. Caraway has adequately pled trademark infringement with respect to these claims.”

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 24, 2023

In this month’s edition, he looks into topics including the Plant Variety Registry, different tales of/ takes on personality rights, and multiple leaks of key documents and their contribution in law-making. To read these, along with a round up of IP developments around the country, and world, read on below. Institute of Directors v.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Last week we published 9 posts on topics such as our comments on the proposed Trademarks (1st Amendment) Rules, the Madras High Court’s decision with respect to patentability of business methods, and Union Minister of State for Commerce’s response on ability of the current IPR regime to cater concerns arising out of AI generated work.

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Trading Secrets

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The breadth of our discussions encompassed a spectrum of critical topics: FTC Proposes Rule Banning Use of Non-Competes. The FTC bases its rulemaking authority on Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act, which provides: “The Commission is hereby empowered and directed to prevent persons, partnerships, or corporations.

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SpicyIP

JULY 19, 2021

Topical Highlight. She notes that the most controversial provision in the new Bill is the re-introduction of revisionary powers of the Central Government to direct the CBFC Chairman to reexamine an already certified film. She argues that such comparisons should be allowed in the interest of consumers and competition.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 30, 2023

As in previous years, we have divided these developments into five categories: a) Top 10 IP Judgements/Orders (Topicality/Impact) b) Top 10 IP Judgements/Orders (Jurisprudence/Legal Lucidity) c) Top 10 IP Legislative and Policy Related Developments d) Other IP Developments; and e) Other Notable Developments. A special thanks to Mr. G.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The breadth of our discussions encompassed a spectrum of critical topics: FTC Proposes Rule Banning Use of Non-Competes. The FTC bases its rulemaking authority on Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act, which provides: “The Commission is hereby empowered and directed to prevent persons, partnerships, or corporations.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 11, 2022

The biosimilar market also exhibited continued growth, with multiple biosimilar developers reporting strong sales of biosimilars through 2021. Introduction. Yet, given fewer FDA approvals in 2020 and 2021, this year saw the lowest number of commercial launches since 2017. Biosimilar Approvals and Launches in 2021. BPCIA Litigation.

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Patently-O

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Can you register a famous person’s name as your trademark without their consent? The Lanham Act seems to say no, and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office interprets this to mean no, never, no matter what.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 2, 2022

Both FTC Chair Lina Khan and CFPB Chair Rohit Chopra recently emphasized in public comments the importance of state attorneys general in enforcing federal consumer protection and consumer financial laws and their intent to share more resources with state attorneys general in 2022. Prediction No. 2: More Federal-State Partnerships.

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