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Is This Just A Copycat Influencer Case or Something More Problematic?



Can an influencer sue another for having a similar aesthetic? Scott Hervey and Jessica Marlow dive into a Texas case that could reshape creator marketing on this episode of The Briefing.

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Trademark Turbulence – Oakland vs SFO in Trademark Showdown



Oakland’s attempt to rename its airport didn’t take off. On this episode of The Briefing, Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg discuss the trademark dispute between San Francisco and Oakland over airport naming rights.

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Turkey, Trademarks, Copyright, and Cranberry Sauce – IP and Recipes



This Thanksgiving, we’re diving into the world of intellectual property and recipes. Can chefs own their culinary creations? Can a recipe be copyrighted? From Turducken trademarks to creative cookbooks, we’re discussing the legal side of your favorite holiday dishes. Tune in to The Briefing’s milestone 200th episode with Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler for all the tasty legal details.

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Bad Spirits – How a Dog Toy Changed TV Title Clearance



Clearing titles for creative projects has become more challenging after the Supreme Court’s decision in Jack Daniels v. VIP Products. In this episode of The Briefing, Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler explore the evolution of the Rogers test and the new hurdles studios face in title selection.

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The Fall of SUPER HERO: When Trademarks Become Generic



For more than half a century, Marvel Comics and DC Comics have jointly owned the trademark ‘Superhero.’ However, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board recently granted a petition to cancel that mark because it became generic. Scott Hervey and James Kachmar discuss this case and how marks become generic on this episode of The Briefing.

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Punchbowl News’ Trademark Win Despite Rogers Setback



Punchbowl News won the trademark infringement lawsuit filed by greeting card and event planning company, Punch Bowl Inc., despite a previous setback at the Ninth Circuit. Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg discuss this recent development in this installment of The Briefing.

 

 

Cases Discussed:

  • Rogers V. Grimaldi
  • Jack Daniels Properties Inc. Versus VIP products
  • Punchbowl, Inc. V. Aj Press, Llc

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Thirsty for Clarity – Brand Confusion In The Beverage Category



The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board often consider wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages related when determining the likelihood of confusion despite there being no per se rule on the matter. Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg discuss the TTAB’s long-standing opinion on this episode of The Briefing.

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Affiliate Marketing vs Retail Services – TTAB’s Landmark Ruling



Affiliate Marketing vs Retail Services - TTAB's Landmark Ruling

‘Gabby’s Table’ was denied registration in a major Trademark decision that impacts affiliate marketing. Weintraub attorneys Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg break down what this means for your business in this episode of “The Briefing”

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How to Avoid Bearing The Risks of A Naked License (Featured)



How to Avoid Bearing The Risks of A Naked LicenseIn Blue Mountain Holdings v. Bliss Nutraceuticals, the 11th Circuit upheld a U.S. District Court finding that Lighthouse Enterprises issued a naked license to Blue Mountain, which covered the trademark in question. Scott Hervey and Eric Caligiuri discuss this case and how to avoid bearing the risks of a naked license in this featured episode of The Briefing.

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