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DMCA Takedown For That Moment When Your Content Is Posted Online Without Your Permission
It's a surreal moment when you see your work posted online. Perhaps you're upset that they didn't ask for your permission or that they didn't give you as the author, the credit you deserve. You could also be flattered or excited to see it. However, if they're making...
Defend Your Trademark Rights Online
Now more than ever, many entrepreneurs are seeing other businesses copy their brand names / trademarks online. This is called trademark infringement. Most online platforms, whether it be an e-commerce like Shopify or a social media platform like Facebook, have...
What a Social Media Influencer Needs to Know
Influencers have a legal obligation to disclose the relationship between them and the brand when making endorsements in social media. These are some guidelines by the Federal Trade Commission, the federal agency that protects consumers from deceptive advertising.
How much can artists earn with Music Streaming Services?
The ways in which music streaming royalties are paid can be confusing even to seasoned industry insiders, and formulas vary from company to company, as we’ll see later in this section. However, the vast majority of streaming service companies adhere to a licensing...
News: Featured in Hot & New Design Podcast
We accept the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the creative industry! We have been featured in episodes of the first season of the Command Z Podcast, an awesome design podcast about design and communications. This #podcast speaks to everyone but...
5 Tips To Increase the Value of Your Trademark
Other intellectual property such as patents and copyrights have set expiration terms but trademarks are like vaults (or piggy banks) on steroids, they can last forever and can hold an immense quantity of value. As a matter of fact, your trademark can become your business’s most valuable asset
Tips on Registering a Slogan as a Trademark
Strategically used creative, distinctive slogans help your business stand out and make your brand more desirable. Advertising slogans can be registered as trademarks in the United States but they can’t be descriptive or merely informational. Effective slogans that qualify as trademarks are not easy to create so protect it when you find one that qualifies as a trademark!
Nike and Roger Federer Battle Over RF Trademark
While Roger Federer did register his full name and signature as trademarks, it is Nike who registered the RF trademark in 2010 and therefore, Nike is the owner of the logo. Intellectual property ownership needs to be discussed when brands are being created and when negotiating sponsorship agreements. If that had been done, it would be NIKE the one that would be seeking to license the trademark rights to the valuable logo.
The Importance of a Professional Trademark Search
The trademark of your products and services is fundamental to the success of your business. A successful business has a solid trademark foundation and a comprehensive trademark search is the first step toward achieving that. Are you sure you want to rely your on a trademark search performed buy you? Let an intellectual property attorney assist you.
