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What Gen AI court rulings mean for content owners and creators

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Recent court decisions in two highly publicized Gen AI cases favored the platforms and may start to reduce the concerns over using Gen AI. But content owners and those working for them should still understand the legal...more

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Mickey Mouse: un ratón con abogado

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En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", Edwin Cortés, socio, conversa con Juana Cajiao Reina, abogada del área de propiedad intelectual, sobre la importancia del derecho marcario y el derecho de autor para proteger a...more

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The Briefing: The Ninth Circuit Puts the Brakes on Eleanor’s Copyright Claim

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Can a car be a copyrightable character? In Carroll Shelby Licensing v. Halicki, the Ninth Circuit said no — ruling that “Eleanor,” the iconic Mustang from ‘Gone in 60 Seconds,’ lacks the distinctiveness and consistency...more

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Imitation Game: Legal Considerations with Dupes-Based Business Models

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Lower-cost products that are inspired by luxury or well-known branded products —often called “dupes”—have been a fixture in the consumer marketplace for decades. From store-brand pain relievers sold in similar packaging next...more

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Gone from Copyright: Ninth Circuit Rejects Copyright Protection for Iconic “Eleanor” Shelby Mustang

Court Narrows Scope of Character Copyright, Drawing Sharp Line Between Props and Protectable Expression - Not every film icon gets legal protection. On May 27, 2025, the Ninth Circuit ruled that Eleanor—the legendary Mustang...more

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As AI Colors Fashion, Copyright Remains a Gray Area

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A U.S. federal appeals court recently ruled that works generated solely by artificial intelligence are not eligible for copyright protection. ...more

Troutman Pepper Locke

What Were the Cooler Wars? (Part 1) — No Infringement Intended Podcast

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In this episode, Austin Padgett and Rusty Close delve into the intellectual property battle between cooler giants YETI and RTIC. They explore how YETI created a lifestyle brand of coolers and drinkware, and how RTIC brazenly...more

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Fashion Law Update – February 2025

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In this edition of Fashion Law, we have compiled thought leadership published on our blogs and website throughout 2024—providing an overview of significant legal and regulatory updates in the fashion industry over the past...more

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Defending "Sad Beige": When Imitation is Not Flattery

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In an era of content creation, social media influencers are tasked with the creative job of building a personal brand to influence the general public’s purchasing decisions and lifestyle choices. Creating a brand identity...more

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Oops, I Did It Again: Navigating Social Media Posts for Brands

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Brands’ social media feeds are getting attention lately, but not always for the right reasons. We’ve covered social media advertising risks in our ADventures in Law blog before....more

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Design Patent Enforcement in Online Marketplaces

Global E-commerce platforms continue to grow, with many online marketplaces replacing traditional brick-and-mortar stores. While online marketplaces help legitimate products reach consumers more widely than brick-and-mortar...more

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[Podcast] Trademark and Copyright: The Good Fight

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In 2023, BakerHostetler saw cutting-edge legal issues and also the continuing evolution of fraudulent schemes targeting brand owners. Our attorneys have also dealt with increasingly sophisticated scams involving the misuse of...more

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The Briefing: How “Knockoff” Furniture Landed Kim Kardashian in an IP Lawsuit

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How “knockoff” furniture landed Kim Kardashian in an IP lawsuit Kim Kardashian faces a lawsuit from the Donald Judd Foundation for allegedly using and promoting knockoff furniture in her office tour video. While...more

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The Briefing: How “Knockoff” Furniture Landed Kim Kardashian in an IP Lawsuit (Podcast)

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How “knockoff” furniture landed Kim Kardashian in an IP lawsuit Kim Kardashian faces a lawsuit from the Donald Judd Foundation for allegedly using and promoting knockoff furniture in her office tour video. While...more

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Copyright Law for Influencers and Brands: How Content Creators and Companies Hiring Them Can Navigate Copyright Law for a...

In recent years, the advent of the social media “influencer” has revolutionized advertising. Companies often partner with influencers to market their products, hoping to tap into the influencer’s devoted audience. Likewise,...more

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Brands & Influencers Beware! Popular Songs on Social Media at the Heart of Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

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Anyone who has ever browsed Instagram® or TikTok® (or any parent with phone-addicted kids) realizes that music is an integral part of short-form video social media. Content creators record a few minutes or even a few seconds...more

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The Fine Print: Avoiding IP Pitfalls in Unlicensed Fonts

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When developing a new brand or product, creatives often give considerable attention to avoiding intellectual property infringement. Trademark lawyers are similarly vigilant to avoid infringing another company’s mark. However,...more

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The Potential Risks of ChatGPT and Other Generative AI

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“Shall we play a game?” Those innocuous words “spoken” by Matthew Broderick’s computer in John Badham’s sci-fi techno-thriller War Games stunned audiences at the time. A computer that could “talk” and “think” and engage in...more

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[Ongoing Program] Brands in the Metaverse: Protecting Trademarks & Copyrights Online, in Digital Media, and Beyond - September...

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The Internet has developed into an essential part of virtually every business, from online sales, to software as a service, to online marketing. This has led to a corresponding rise in the type and volume of online IP risks...more

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Monthly Minute | Brand Protection in the Metaverse

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Once a month, we cover an interesting topic in 60 seconds. This month, Partner David Caplan and Associate Daniel Gaitan share their thoughts on brand protection in the metaverse. ...more

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Canadian Trademark Law 2021: A Year in Review

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2021 offered many lessons to Canadian trademark owners including: reminders of the challenges of enforcing inherently weak trademarks and the importance and benefits of registering IP rights at the Canadian border. As well,...more

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Brand Protection and Fighting Fakes Online

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The shift to online marketplaces has created an incredible boom for some, and significant loss to others. Branding has become more important than ever, particularly in developing an online presence through search engines,...more

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Monthly Minute | Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)

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Once a month, we cover an interesting topic in 60 seconds. This month, Trademark Associate Sarah Anderson covers "Business Considerations for Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs)."...more

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Podcast: The Briefing by the IP Law Blog - Don’t Scream: Copyright Infringement Case Finds for “Scary Terry” Rozier

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In this episode of the Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a Copyright dispute between professional Basketball player, Terry Rozier III and the holiday product manufacturer, Fun World, over his...more

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The Briefing by the IP Law Blog - Don’t Scream: Copyright Infringement Case Finds for “Scary Terry” Rozier

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In this episode of the Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a Copyright dispute between professional Basketball player, Terry Rozier III and the holiday product manufacturer, Fun World, over his...more

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