For proper data breach prevention, a plan and security measures should be outlined and put into practice with an all-hands approach to help ensure compliance and security throughout an organization.
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As the United States formally becomes a member of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) effective May 13, 2015, changes are coming to design patent application law in the United States.
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The Cuban market and growing business opportunities are discussed as the relations between the Cuba and the United States begin to thaw. Article by Klemchuk LLP, an intellectual property and international law firm.
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A federal jury in Los Angeles unanimously found that singers Pharrell Williams and Robin Thicke infringed on the copyright for Marvin Gaye’s “Got to Give It Up” when the two wrote their 2013 hit “Blurred Lines.”
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Casey Scherr’s attempt to register for trademark protection of ASS ARMOR for athletic shorts gets objection from Under Armour who filed a lawsuit claiming trademark infringement due to likelihood of confusion.
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As an online business owner, utilizing a Terms of Use Agreement to protect your website content and business is important. One major key to enforcement of Terms of Use is mutual consent. Article by Klemchuk LLP, an internet and commerce law firm.
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Patent Trolls file patents to threaten lawsuits against businesses and entrepreneurs, demanding licensing fees for their patents’ use. US House Bills introduced to help trolls pay a toll. Article by Klemchuk LLP, a patent law firm.
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Gucci v Guess in trademark infringement litigation with Guess often coming out the winner. Article by Klemchuk lLP, a trademark and IP litigation law firm.
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612Brew gets into trademark dispute with the Motion Picture Association of America for trying to name its beer “Rated R” when the MPAA holds a registered trademark for RATED R for motion picture ratings.
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Two breweries with similar product decide on “Collaboration, Not Litigation” as a name for their combined product. This approach avoided the costs and complications of a trademark infringement lawsuit, and the joint product was a success for each brewery.
Read MoreHere is a list of holiday-spirited registrations and applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Read for a glimpse into the world of funny Christmas trademarks.
Read MoreHow to set up employees for success by building an employee-centered workplace for increased morale, productivity, and better work environment for reaping even greater profits.
Read MoreAn employee-centered workplace is an environment in which every person, process, system, policy, and program is focused on enabling people to thrive. Such a setting makes good business sense.
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Read MoreRed Bull has denied any wrongdoing but agreed to pay $13 million. Read for additional information on Red Bull’s settlement of class action in this false advertising suit.
Read MoreNASA launched its first in-space competition, offering up to five million dollars. Read for additional information on NASA’s quest to find out whether CubeSats have the right stuff.
Read MoreLucasfilm attempts to prohibit Empire Brewery Company from getting a particular trademark. Read for additional information regarding Lucasfilm’s strike against this beer name.
Read MoreWe have found that our series of holiday traditions has been effective in building our law firm culture and increasing employee engagement.
Read MoreAt Klemchuk LLP, we have several holiday traditions that our employees look forward to year after year.
Read MoreJanuary 2015 marks the 18th year of the dispute over the COHIBA mark. Read for additional information on Cuba seeking Supreme Court intervention in this smoky matter.
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