There are situations where the location of a product matters. In order for a manufacturer or producer to label sparkling wine as champagne, for example, it must come from the Champagne region of France. A cheesemaker out of Europe tried to extend these types of...
Every holiday has its own fun, but Halloween is often in a league of its own. The costumes, the candy, the movies … there are few other holidays that have as many holiday-specific forms of celebration. Not surprisingly, with so many Halloween specific types of...
Any original written work, whether a short poem or an epic novel, is an intellectual property asset. Like every other asset we own, we should take steps to protect it. We can use various legal tools to serve this purpose. The hardest part is often figuring out which...
Selecting a trademark is an important step towards building a brand. This mark is often the first connection between your business and the consumer. Business owners and entrepreneurs can strengthen their trademark by registering it with the United States Patent and...
The gaming world is huge. There are thousands of gaming ideas that are in the process of development at any given time. It is a highly competitive market. So how can entrepreneurs make sure competitors cannot steal their ideas? Whether a solo entrepreneur or a massive...
Business leaders are likely savvy enough to know that a cease and desist letter on its own does not hold much legal weight. But what happens if you choose to ignore it? Although it does not lead straight to court, ignoring the letter completely can still come with...
Whether you were chosen to represent the United States, have a loved one competing in the games or enjoyed athletics in your younger days, worldwide competition is sure to bring excitement to the summer. However, competition doesn’t just pertain to sports. Those who...
The Supreme Court of the United States recently agreed to hear a case that will help answer this question. The case involves a fabric designer who created and copyrighted a geometric pattern. The designer, Unicolors, Inc., states that popular retail store H&M...
You went to medical school, found a job, and are helping make your community a better place. You finally feel like you are starting to have your feet underneath you. Before that rug gets pulled out from under those firmly planted feet, it is a good idea to make sure...
Did Google illegally use Oracle’s Java programming language? Or was it fair use? Google stated the technology was so foundational that if the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled in favor of Oracle, it would be the equivalent of saying architects cannot...