In New York and across the United States, intellectual property is an area of the law that is consistently violated. People can easily have their inventions, work and likenesses compromised without their permission. For famous performers, it is imperative to keep an...
Month: April 2020
Classic band caught up in trademark dispute
Many New York fans love the group Journey and its classic songs, but like other bands of yesteryear, its members have been caught up in lawsuits over their intellectual property. Journey’s hit song “Don’t Stop Believin'” was produced in 1981 and continues to rank...
Iconic guitar makers to face off in court
Musicians in New York and around the country may know that Heritage Guitars was formed in 1984 by former Gibson Guitars employees. The workers chose to go their own way when Gibson moved production from its iconic Kalamazoo, Michigan, factory to a manufacturing...
Buying a home: Common problems that lead to litigation
There’s little more exciting than buying a home. Despite all the stress, you’re looking forward to the day when you close on the property, move in and enjoy your home with your loved ones. No matter how much you prepare for everything the process will throw at you,...
Ads referencing classic film spark trademark dispute
Many people in New York love the classic film “The Endless Summer,” which highlights surf culture. Its blue-and-orange, graphic posters have also become memorable works of movie art. However, the film’s director, who runs a company dedicated to licensing intellectual...
Microsoft brings trademark lawsuit against malware creators
Many people in New York and nationwide have been annoyed or even harmed by spam emails that aim to distribute malware onto Windows computers. While there are a number of technical solutions that can protect users from this type of malware, Microsoft is taking an...