Two candy company giants are going to court over chocolate-covered malt balls and how the public recognizes them. Read for additional information on the ‘Whopper‘ of a dispute between Mars and Hershey.
Read MoreCompany-wide anonymous surveys not only give employees an opportunity to voice opinions, but leadership an opportunity to listen, analyze and make changes.
Read MoreUnlike many other cases we’ve seen in recent years having to do with a celebrity’s rights to publicity, this case offers a unique perspective. Read for additional information on how much a Tweet is worth.
Read MoreJudge Davis made a ruling in VirnetX Inc., et al. v. Apple Inc. Read for additional information on the ongoing royalty in cases of patent infringement.
Read MoreGoogle and Sons of Anarchy creator Kurt Sutter are publicly sparring over copyright issues. Read more on the fight of Google v. Hollywood.
Read MoreThe U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Alice Corp. Pty. Ltd. v. CLS Bank Int’l regarding patent eligibility. Read for additional information on the unlikelihood of the Supreme Court clarifying law for computer-based software patents.
Read MoreOne possible solution, in law firm and attorney staffing strategies, is to change the paradigm of hierarchy replacing it with “swim lanes” of responsibility that are all on the same level.
Read MoreChief Judge Davis of the Eastern District of Texas unveiled an alternative case management track available for patent suits filed. Read for additional information on the launch of an expedited Track B option for patent suits.
Read MoreAn Eastern District of Texas jury ordered Google to pay Texas-based company SimpleAir for infringing its patent. Read for additional information on the decision that forced Google to pay $85M for push notification use.
Read MoreA quick ‘spring cleaning’ of your mind and office can do wonders for productivity and moral.
Read MoreApplicant Nieves & Nieves LLC applied to register this mark in connection with various body, skin care and cosmetic products among others. Read for a TTAB update on the oral hearing for denial of PRINCESS KATE application.
Read MoreThe Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals handed down a decision that has many in the copyright law community scratching their heads. Read for additional information regarding the actor granted a copyright claim for 5 seconds of acting.
Read MoreResearch has shown that during times of organizational change, the percentage of highly engaged employees does not significantly change, indicating that these employees are resilient to such changes.
Read MoreKetchup giant, H.J. Heinz Company, has sued Irving-based Figueroa Brothers in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas. Read for additional information regarding the suit over ketchup bottle design.
Read MoreThe White House announced three executive actions to combat abusive patent lawsuits. Read for additional information regarding how the White House combats patent trolls.
Read MoreLife can get busy with figuring out the strategy for the future, but take time to enjoy the journey, see the successes, and enjoy the place you are in life at that moment.
Read MoreWhat are the elements of a parody? Read for more information on the example of Dumb Starbucks and parody when it comes to trademark law.
Read MoreThis recent application abandonment is just another page in the ongoing drama between King, the maker of Candy Crush Saga, and independent developers. Read for additional information on the Candy Crush Saga’s ending in abandonment.
Read MoreMaking the right hire shapes the culture, drives your success, and solidifies the future.
Read MoreRaising Cane's won an initial victory in a trademark lawsuit filed by the estate of Bob Marley. Read for additional information on this case and the no love lost.
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