From rumors of alleged CIA involvement in the Scorpions’ blockbuster song, “Wind of Change”, to a look into the FTC rule on non-compete agreements, plus a round-up of our favorite Happiness Posts, we hope this newsletter and our Ideate blog spark new perspectives about intellectual property.
Read MoreLearn about the complexities and unintended consequences of insider trading policies, with a focus on recent SEC shadow trading cases and their implications for public and private companies.
Read MoreA recent podcast explores whether the CIA had any involvement in the rock band the Scorpions’ blockbuster song, “Wind of Change.” That got us thinking about how a 3-letter government agency could write propaganda, and whether it would be copyright fraud to register a song without revealing the agency’s involvement. For more information about copyright law, copyright fraud, and CIA rumors, read the post.
Read MoreExplore recent reversals by the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board that challenge likelihood of confusion and the doctrine of foreign equivalents.
Read MoreLearn about the FTC rule on non-compete agreements, its implications for employers and employees, and alternative strategies to protect proprietary information.
Read MoreDiscover the intricacies of McDonald's Big Mac® EU trademark battle, including challenges, rulings, and implications for trademark protection and brand management in the EU. This provides powerful lessons regarding trademark protection.
Read MoreExplore the importance of negotiation in legal and business contexts with practical tips for success. Learn about pre-negotiation preparation, psychological anchoring, BATNA, concession strategies, managing inner dialogue, and dealing with irrational players through effective negotiation techniques.
Read MoreDiscover the importance and benefits of forum selection clauses in contracts and learn how they can help manage disputes and ensure favorable legal outcomes.
Read MoreLearn how to handle negative customer reviews and understand the legal risks, including defamation and anti-SLAPP laws, to protect your business reputation.
Read MoreExplore the details of the recent Supreme Court decision on copyright infringement cases, focusing on the pivotal Nealy vs. Warner Chappell Music ruling.
Read MoreLearn essential strategies to protect your business from the adverse effects of artificial intelligence, including legal insights and risk management tips.
Read MoreTexas bluebonnets appear in springtime, stretching across fields and roadsides creating blankets of blue color in an artful manner.
Read MoreThe George Carlin AI case settles after estate of Carlin fights to preserve the rights and integrity of the deceased celebrity.
Read MoreThe recent Texas Benchellal case applies “imposter rule” finding that the person in best position to prevent a fraudulent transaction by simply exercising reasonable care should bear the loss.
Read MoreDarin M. Klemchuk is the founder of Klemchuk PLLC, a leading intellectual property law firm focusing on litigation, anti-counterfeiting, trademarks, patents, and business law. He was recently interviewed for Lawyer Monthly magazine on the topic of IP litigation, infringement matters, and disputes.
Read MoreCreating internal protocols for prevention of cybercrime scams is the best way to prevent becoming victim and keeping the workplace safe.
Read MoreWhat happens when generative artificial intelligence produces prior art? Does that affect an inventor’s ability to obtain a patent? Prior art is an all-encompassing term meant to be a catchall for any previous patent, publication, or use regardless of whether it is domestic or foreign.
Read MoreIn this issue, we discuss common mistakes in branding, the reporting requirements for the new Corporate Transparency Act, strategies for in-house counsel to defend against patent trolls, and the risks of demand letters as demonstrated by the Jack Daniel’s litigation.
Read MoreMuch has already been written about the Supreme Court’s holding in the trademark dispute between Jack Daniel’s and VIP Products regarding the “Bad Spaniels” dog toy that VIP began selling back in 2014. Read this article for key takeaways and observations on the case
Read MoreIn September 2023, The Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (FinCen) issued its final rules for compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and these rules are now in effect. This article provides information regarding the new CTA reporting requirements as well as access to a CTA checklist.
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