Stay informed on the latest FinCEN Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) reporting requirements for 2025. Understand what information businesses must report, recent legal challenges, and how to ensure compliance amid ongoing court rulings.
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Understanding how to trademark a logo is essential for protecting your brand’s identity and legal rights. Learn the key steps, from conducting a thorough search to filing with the USPTO, while avoiding common pitfalls. Secure your logo’s exclusivity and strengthen your brand’s legal foundation with the right approach.
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A number of our clients doing business with companies in foreign countries have run into trouble policing their trademark rights and in some cases, lost ownership to a trademark. Generally, this happens in countries that follow the “first to file” trademark law without a requirement of actual use in commerce. Read for steps how to reduce these trademark ownership dangers.
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How do I protect my new recipe? Trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, patents, and possibly other forms of intellectual property law can be used to protect food creations and recipes. Read for a discussion of the best type of IP to use based on what aspect of the recipe that you are trying to protect. Also access our Intellectual Property Quick Reference Guide.
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The Lizzie Magie Monopoly patent story reveals a hard truth—ideas alone hold little value without execution. While she patented The Landlord’s Game, it was Charles Darrow who transformed it into Monopoly and reaped the rewards. This article explores the role of patents, business acumen, and innovation in determining the true worth of an idea.
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The death of OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji raises suspicions as his parents claim his private autopsy contradicts official reports. Will his revelations impact the pending copyright lawsuits against OpenAI?
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Our 2024 IP Law Year in Review delivers insights into last year’s most significant intellectual property developments. From major trademark disputes and AI-driven copyright challenges to shifts in patent strategy and business litigation, this eBook unpacks key legal changes shaping the industry. Stay informed—download now.
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KFC sues Church’s Chicken over alleged misuse of its 'Original Recipe' trademark, seeking damages and an injunction to halt all related marketing efforts.
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Ed Sheeran prevails in appellate court as claims of copyright infringement over “Thinking Out Loud” are dismissed, safeguarding creative freedom for songwriters.
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Elisa Shupe secures limited copyright for her AI-assisted book, raising critical questions about the future of authorship, creativity, and intellectual property in the age of generative AI.
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Why is negotiation essential in resolving disputes, fostering collaboration, and achieving sustainable outcomes? Learn how shifting from a zero-sum mindset to a win-win approach can unlock creative solutions, strengthen relationships, and create value for all parties involved.
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Learn the key components of negotiation, including effective preparation, strategic anchoring, BATNA, concessions planning, emotional management, and relationship building, plus techniques to navigate complex negotiations for meaningful results.
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Master the art of negotiation with proven strategies for success, and learn how to prepare, build rapport, communicate effectively, and achieve win-win outcomes in any negotiation scenario.
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The deadline for filing a beneficial ownership information report under the CTA for all business entities formed prior to this year is December 31, 2024. Start gathering the necessary information and file your report by the Corporate Transparency Act deadline.
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Trademark scams are becoming more frequent and sophisticated, targeting businesses with fake invoices, domain name offers, and spoofed USPTO communications. Learn how to identify and avoid these scams with expert tips and resources.
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Marvel and DC's long-held "Super Hero" trademark was recently overturned by independent comic creator S.J. Richold. Discover how a small creator challenged the giants and won in this surprising trademark battle.
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Read about the trademark dispute over Jools Lebron's viral phrase 'Very Demure, Very Mindful, Very Cutesy,' exploring the legal battle, trademark filings, and key lessons for influencers and brands.
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From Jimmy Fallon’s latest trademark battle over the name and logo of his production company, to effective strategies for stopping fraudulent money transfers, plus a round-up of our favorite Happiness Posts, we hope this newsletter and our Ideate blog spark new perspectives about intellectual property.
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Second Circuit rules against Internet Archive in its battle with publishers, affirming that libraries cannot create their own ebooks and must comply with publisher licensing terms.
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In this issue, we discuss strategies for effective witness preparation, trademark registration for business slogans, new challenges to old federal agency regulations, and the Supreme Court’s decision to end Chevron deference.
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