New York is home to Broadway musicals, the scene of many movies in production, artistic works in one of the city’s many museums, literary works and feats of architecture. What do all these things have in common? It is that they are all likely protected by copyright....
A trademark can be extremely valuable to your business. It can build brand recognition and serve as a symbol of quality and goodwill. But creating and policing a mark can be more complicated endeavors than many people realize. That’s why as you navigate your...
In New York, protecting one’s intellectual property is a fundamental part of maintaining and growing a business. Since the basics are often changing, this can be a complex area that many business owners are unaware of how to navigate. For example, if an entity owns a...
Whether it is the Nike “swoosh” or McDonald’s “Big Mac” trademarks are part of our every-day lives. Trademarks are significant and valuable assets to any business, and businesses need to ensure their trademarks are fully protected. This means ensuring trademark...
Advertising can be the lifeblood of a business. Regardless of the medium used, advertising is an important way to draw in new customers and reestablish your relationship with existing ones. But advertising can also be a minefield of potential litigation, particularly...
There are many different painters, musicians, authors, screenplay writers, poets, photographers and other artists living and working in New York. These people are very talented individuals who have a passion for what they do. However, this is not just a hobby for many...
Vanessa Bryant, the widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has reportedly filed to register a trademark for the term “KB24”. Before his death, Kobe Bryant had begun to build a presence in digital media and his widow’s recent intellectual property endeavors may be part of a...
In New York, not every dispute over intellectual property will be easy to navigate. Some have significant ambiguity that give credence to the claim of a violation on one end and a defense against the allegation of wrongdoing on the other. This can lead to confusion....
Prominent genealogical website Ancestry.com Inc. has officially thwarted an intellectual property lawsuit filed against in California. The suit was filed by a class of California residents in the US District Court for the Northern District of California. The...
Nirvana, the famous grunge band from the 90’s that spawned Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters is facing yet another intellectual property dispute. The band has faced copyright infringement litigation for the last several years over its popular smiley face t-shirt after...