How to Stop a Copycat Online by Sending a DMCA Takedown Notice **Attorney Advertising **
What should you do if you’ve discovered that your copyrighted work has been posted somewhere on the internet that you have not authorized? One option is to send a DMCA Takedown Notice, which is a mechanism that content creators can use to request that a website host, search engine or Internet Service Provider (ISP) remove […]
Can a Minor Obtain a Patent or a Copyright in the US? **Attorney Advertising**
Being an entrepreneur is not necessarily synonymous with being an adult. There are children across the world who are leading the way in business and developing creative works that have gained respect and demand in the marketplace. When it comes to protecting the intellectual property rights as a minor the legal pathway forward can be […]
The Start of The New Year Means That These Famous Works are Now Part of The Public Domain **Attorney Advertising**
The start of 2019 means that a treasure trove of famous and historical works is now part of the public domain, which is something that has not occurred in forty years. Here’s why works created in 1923 no longer have copyright protection, and what that means for the public or those who wish to use […]
Should I Apply for My Trademark in My Personal Name or The Name of My Corporate Entity? **Attorney Advertising**
When filling out an application for trademark protection with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), one of the very first questions the applicant will be asked for is the name of the owner of the mark in question. At first glance, this may seem like a simple question and you may be tempted […]
Fortnite Keeps Getting Sued… But Can You Really Copyright a Dance Move? **Attorney Advertising**
Fortnite, the popular video game that has taken the world by storm, is under fire for allegedly misappropriating dance moves for their characters without compensating the creators of the dance moves, or even asking for permission. Fresh Prince star, Alfonso Ribeiro is suing Epic games, claiming that Fornite stole his infamous “Carlton Dance” and now […]
How To Get a Video Removed From YouTube That Violates Your Copyright **Attorney Advertising**
Unfortunately, in today’s digital world, it’s not that difficult for others to steal copyrighted materials and upload them onto various social media platforms or video sharing sites like YouTube. But the good news is that if you are vigilant about policing your own creative works and catch someone uploading your content specifically to YouTube or […]
You Can Lose Your Trademark If It Becomes Too “Generic” **Attorney Advertising**
A trademark is a word, symbol or phrase that is used to identify the source of a particular product. Because a trademark works to uniquely set apart the source of a product from other brands and service providers in the marketplace, the United States Patent and Trademark Office requires that a trademark be unique and […]
What Happens When My Patent Expires? **Attorney Advertising **
Obtaining a patent can be a difficult and costly experience. Not to mention, it can take years before a patent is ultimately approved by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. After investing the time and money necessary to move through the patent approval process, it can be frustrating to find out that the patent […]
Get Your Intellectual Property in Order For 2019 **Attorney Advertising**
The start of a New Year is an excellent time to organize and audit your business affairs, while taking steps to ensure that you have a proper legal foundation in place to support new levels of ROI and growth. One key area to focus on heading into 2019 should be your intellectual property. If it’s been a while […]
Do DJ’s Need a License to Play Music in Public? **Attorney Advertising **
Venues, bands, or artists who play other people’s music in a public setting generally need to obtain a license in order to do so. This ensures that the original artists are properly compensated when their work is played, and that there is no infringement of a copyright. But, do these same rules apply to DJs? […]
