Seller Beware: Selling Counterfeit Goods is Trademark Infringement (and a Crime) **Attorney Advertising **
What do bazaars, the internet, and small shops in every major city have in common? They all sell counterfeit items including merchandise, pharmaceuticals, and other goods. And they are all subject to legal prosecution. Big outlets aren’t immune to this, either. According to The Counterfeit Report: Walmart has association with counterfeit goods; both Walmart, and […]
The Infringement I Caught On Camera in Mexico
I’m back from a trip to Mexico, and I snapped this shot to share with you. This shoe brand logo looks strikingly similar to Nike’s, doesn’t it? Every time I travel to another country, I’m shocked by the infringements and counterfeits I see of US brands. So many of us business owners are focused on […]
How Photographers In Should Protect Their Intellectual Property and Creative Work – Attorney Advertising
For professional photographers, social media can be both a blessing and a curse. Social media and other online channels provide a great way to increase exposure and get new clients. However, due to the wide open nature of the internet, those channels often allow people to use your photos without permission. If you make your […]
5 Major Intellectual Property Mistakes Businesses Make
In working with small businesses we consistently see mistakes that the owners of these businesses could easily avoid if only they were made aware. Here are 5 Intellectual Property mistakes to know and avoid: 1. Picking the Wrong Brand Name. When you start your business and choose a name, more thought should go into this […]
Pesky Counterfeiters Steal Market Share
Products and services are always being counterfeited and technological advancements have actually simplified the process for infringing designers. The Internet has made the purchase of counterfeit goods accessible to anyone with a mouse and keyboard. Protecting a company’s patents, copyrights, and trademarks can be very complicated. To learn more about how companies are fighting back, […]
