If you want to use photographs, graphics, or other content without paying a fee or by paying a one-time fee rather than an ongoing royalty, it is important that you understand the law to avoid subjecting yourself or your...more
On April 16, 2019, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued an opinion in Erickson Productions, Inc. v. Kast. The Erickson decision teaches several important lessons. First, it reminds copyright owners of the...more
5/21/2019
/ Appeals ,
Contributory Infringement ,
Copyright Infringement ,
Copyright Ownership ,
Copyright Registration ,
Direct Infringement ,
Enhanced Damages ,
Internet ,
IP License ,
Jury Trial ,
Photographs ,
Reaffirmation ,
Remand ,
Statutory Damages ,
Vacated ,
Vicarious Infringement ,
Web Developers ,
Website Owner Liability
Celebrity kitty Tardar Sauce aka “Grumpy Cat” (or, rather, the entity that owns rights to the GRUMPY CAT brand) has prevailed on its claims of breach of contract and trademark and copyright infringement against a beverage...more
2/9/2018
/ Approval Requirements ,
Breach of Contract ,
Contract Terms ,
Copyright ,
Copyright Infringement ,
Damages ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
IP License ,
Jury Trial ,
Trademark Infringement ,
Trademarks
All brand owners are faced with difficult decisions regarding how aggressively to police their brands. The decision is particularly difficult when the unauthorized use is by a loyal customer or fan. While some traditional...more
12/15/2016
/ Cease and Desist ,
Celebrities ,
Fair Use ,
Goods or Services ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
IP License ,
Name and Likeness ,
Personal Brands ,
Popular ,
Right of Publicity ,
Trademark Infringement ,
Trademark Registration ,
Trademarks ,
USPTO