When you sign up for a new website or app, you are often asked to agree to a privacy policy. This policy outlines how the company will use your personal information. However, many privacy policies also include language that allows the company to copy your content. Here are some of the terms that you should […]
Shein is a fast fashion retailer that has exploded in popularity in recent years. The company offers a wide variety of clothing and accessories at very low prices. However, Shein has also been accused of trademark infringement. Shein has been accused of copying the designs of other brands, including Zara, H&M, and Nike. The company […]
Mattel, Inc. v. MCA Records, Inc.: The Barbie Girl Case In 1997, Mattel, Inc., the maker of the Barbie doll, sued MCA Records, Inc., the record label that released the song “Barbie Girl” by Aqua. Mattel claimed that the song infringed on its trademark rights to the Barbie brand. The song “Barbie Girl” is a […]
Microsoft has a registered trademark for the letter “x” in a variety of contexts, including: Software products, such as Xbox and Excel Services, such as Xbox Live and Office 365 Logos and designs Advertising and marketing materials This means that Microsoft has the exclusive right to use the letter “x” in these contexts, and it […]
In a surprise move, Elon Musk announced on July 24, 2023 that Twitter would be rebranding to X. The name change is part of Musk’s broader plan to transform Twitter into an “everything app” that includes banking, e-commerce, and expanded social features. The new name, X, is meant to be more inclusive and representative of […]
A trademark disclaimer is a statement that is included in a trademark application or registration to indicate that the applicant does not claim exclusive rights to a portion of the mark. This is usually done when the mark includes words or symbols that are considered to be generic, descriptive, or geographic. For example, if you […]
Whether your trademark is valid internationally depends on a number of factors, including the specific trademark, the countries in which you want to register it, and the laws of those countries. In general, you will need to register your trademark separately in each country in which you want to use it. This is because trademark […]
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to a new debate about copyright law. Can AI-generated content be copyrighted? The answer is not entirely clear, and it is a question that is likely to be debated for years to come. Copyright law protects original works of authorship, including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works. […]
Trademark infringement is the unauthorized use of a trademark or service mark on or in connection with goods and/or services in a manner that is likely to cause confusion, deception, or mistake about the source of the goods and/or services. Here are some examples of trademark infringement: A company selling clothing with the logo “Adidas” […]
First, do not panic! We are here to help. If you believe that your trademark is being infringed, you have a few options. You can: Send a cease and desist letter: A cease and desist letter is a formal letter that demands that the infringer stop using your trademark. This is often the first step in […]