Content creation is a powerful platform for people to express their creativity, connect with audiences, and even monetize their work. With great opportunities, however, come great responsibilities, especially in the realm of legal considerations. As a content creator, understanding the legal landscape is crucial to safeguard your intellectual property, maintain compliance, and avoid legal pitfalls. […]
Category: IP Litigation
MetaBirkin on Trial: The First NFT Trademark Trial Under Way
Jury selection begins today in a trademark infringement suit filed by French luxury goods company Hermès against New York-based digital artist Mason Rothschild over Rothchild’s sale of NFTs he calls MetaBirkins, which Hermès claims closely resembles its Birkin handbag. The trial comes after Judge Jed Rakoff of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District […]
False Advertising Under the Lanham Act
The Lanham Act, also known as the Trademark Act of 1946, is a federal statute that governs trademarks, service marks, and unfair competition. The Act also contains provisions that address false advertising, which is defined as the act of making false or misleading statements about a product or service to deceive consumers. […]
The Uncharted Territory of Luka Dončić’s Trademark Dispute
Dallas Mavericks player Luka Dončić recently filed a petition with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to cancel the registration of the trademark “Luka Dončić 7” that his mother, Mirjam Poterbin, currently owns. Due to the existence of Poterbin’s trademark, Dončić has failed to receive approval from the USPTO for his trademark application to […]
Trademark Fundamentals for the Entrepreneur
In today’s digital world, your company’s image is increasingly important. Entrepreneurs spend significant time and resources developing their names and brand—and rightfully so. A strong brand allows you to connect with the target audience for your products and services and create loyal, repeat customers who identify with your vision. But with new competitors entering the […]
Intellectual Property for Student Entrepreneurs
Many innovators start their entrepreneurial journey in college. Unlike faculty and graduate researchers, undergraduate and master’s students do not have a formal contractual relationship with their institution, which raises issues regarding ownership of student-produced intellectual property (IP). […]
Intellectual Property Protection for Influencers
With the rise of the social media “influencer,” intellectual property touches a broader range of people than ever before. Influencers’ monetization of their content also drives the need to protect that content from reproduction or misappropriation. The most important areas of intellectual property for influencers are copyrights, trademarks, and publicity rights. […]
Hailey Bieber Sued for Trademark Infringement
Celebrity influencer and model Hailey Bieber was recently sued for trademark infringement following the launch of her new skincare line, Rhode. While Rhode is Bieber’s middle name, it also happens to be the name of a popular fashion brand founded nine years ago by Purna Khatau and Phoebe Vickers, who aren’t happy with Bieber’s launch. […]
The Mariah Carey Lawsuit
Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You” is an iconic song played during the holiday season for almost 30 years. Streamed at least 1 billion times on Spotify, topped Billboard Hot 100, received $60 million in royalties as of 2016, and is certified as “Diamond” by the Record Industry Association of America (RIAA) for more […]