Navigating the complexities of federal procurement is crucial for contractors, particularly in understanding how intellectual property (IP) is created, owned, and licensed under government agreements. Mismanagement of IP rights can lead to serious repercussions, including the loss of ownership,
The Supreme Court recently delivered a landmark decision in the case of Dewberry Group, Inc. v. Dewberry Engineers Inc., significantly impacting the calculation of damages for trademark infringement under the Lanham Act. The central issue revolved around whether the profits from a defendant's
Today we're speaking with Desiree Sainthrope, a legal expert with extensive experience in drafting and analyzing trade agreements, who also has expertise in intellectual property law and the evolving implications of technologies like artificial intelligence. Our discussion will revolve around the
In a notable move to safeguard its established brand identity, Vitamix has initiated a trademark infringement lawsuit against Dynamic International. Vitamix’s primary concern centers around the design similarities between its high-performance blenders and Dynamic International's "BlenderPro"
Recent judicial developments have highlighted an evolving landscape for unregistered trade dress litigation, with court decisions suggesting a more lenient standard for plaintiffs claiming unregistered trade dress infringement. Expert opinions recently discussed in a comprehensive analysis from the
In the realm of intellectual property rights, the protection of creative works like music has become increasingly important. The South African legal framework recognizes music as a form of property, much like tangible assets such as land, houses, or cars. Intellectual property (IP) rights,
