Athletes are not only known for their performance on the field—they are becoming powerful brands in their own right. Whether it’s an apparel line, a restaurant, or merchandise, the number on an at...
Protect Your Brand: Lessons from the Lewis Brisbois Trademark Case
A Houston federal judge recently ordered three defendants to pay over $1.5 million for trademark infringement. This case serves as a reminder of how crucial intellectual property rights are for busine...
Jeremy Stipkala Certified as Mediator
Thrive IP® patent attorney Dr. Jeremy M. Stipkala has completed the 40-Hour Civil Court Mediation Certification Training sponsored by the South Carolina Bar on August 14, 2024. This credential augmen...
Intellectual Property Licensing Disputes – Key Takeaways from the Recent Eminem-Spotify Ruling
In a notable ruling, a Tennessee federal judge recently affirmed her decision favoring Spotify in an intellectual property licensing dispute involving Eminem’s music. This case emphasizes the comple...
Protect Your YouTube Videos: Legal Battle Against Google and OpenAI is a Call to Action
For a YouTube content creator, videos are your intellectual property. Recent lawsuits against Google and OpenAI serve as a reminder of the need to protect your content. David Millette has filed class ...
Why Trademark Registration for Events Like “One Love Manchester” Matters
Ariana Grande recently sued the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Her application to register the “One Love Manchester” trademark was denied. This lawsuit highlights the importance...
The Supreme Court Makes Narrow Decision with Broad Implications
A year ago, the U.S. Supreme Court made what was believed to be a narrow ruling in the case Jack Daniels’s Properties, Inc. v. VIP Products LLC. The ruling in the case was that VIP Products Inc....
AI Intellectual Property Litigation: Navigate New Challenges with Thrive IP®
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology is reshaping industries, prompting increased litigation risks. At the University of California, Berkeley School of Law’s recent symposium, exp...