The Sony Music Whitney Houston lawsuit over unpaid licensing fees for 24 recordings used in I Wanna Dance with Somebody has been settled. The lawsuit, dismissed with prejudice, claimed the producers failed to pay despite a licensing agreement.
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A trademark dispute between U.S. pop star Katy Perry and Australian designer Katie Perry has led to a significant appellate court ruling. Learn how prior use, brand recognition, and legal strategy influenced the outcome of the Katy Perry lawsuit.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Learn about the legal complexities surrounding Jimmy Fallon’s trademark battle over his production company "Electric Hot Dog" and why Electric Visual Evolution is opposing his registration.
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Discover how TikTok sensation Jools Lebron is fighting to trademark her viral phrase "Very Demure, Very Mindful." Learn about the legal challenges in the race to registration and what it means for Lebron and her brand.
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Explore recent reversals by the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board that challenge likelihood of confusion and the doctrine of foreign equivalents.
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Learn about the FTC rule on non-compete agreements, its implications for employers and employees, and alternative strategies to protect proprietary information.
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The start of a new business endeavor is an exciting time, with grand plans and ideas for future expansion. But too many businesses ignore (or are unaware of) some of the more important aspects of business name and brand selection, and it ultimately costs them a great deal.
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TTAB allows the use of collateral estoppel defense in Monster Energy opposition in likelihood of confusion analysis.
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A new lawsuit against OpenAI claiming copyright infringement was filed by The New York Times adding to the list of infringement claims brought on by copyright owners against chatbot training.
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OpenAI dismisses CEO in a strategic play, then loses co-founder/President and other major players with a move to Microsoft.
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AI lawsuits claim infringement arising through the training of the AI bots for learning.
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