Personal injury law, Georgia accident statutes, entertainment industry contracts, intellectual property, business formation. Practical, current, and written by attorneys.
The Hustle’s wrote an article that delves into the thriving market of Taylor Swift-inspired merchandise on Etsy, created by entrepreneurial fans. While these ventures have proven lucrative for many, they also navigate a complex legal landscape due to the various protections available to the artist.
EA Sports, a renowned video game developer, is facing a lawsuit over its upcoming college football video game, set for release in 2024. The Brandr Group, a company that negotiates group licensing contracts for 54 Division I schools and their athletes for the game, is suing EA over the name, image, a
The Fruit Union Suisse, Switzerland’s oldest and largest fruit farmer’s organization, is facing a peculiar challenge. Apple Inc., the technology behemoth, is attempting to secure intellectual property rights over images of apples. This move has left the Swiss fruit growers, who have used a red apple
Recent events in the world of business and entertainment have propelled the concept of personal name trademarking into the spotlight. The case of Katie Taylor, an Australian fashion designer known in the industry under her birth name, Katie Perry, is an excellent example. Taylor was successful in he
In a novel and bizarre set of events, a trademark attorney has found herself in a legal battle with Amazon after trying to help her clients attain additional trademark protection through the Amazon Brand Registry. The attorney, now the plaintiff in this legal action, took over multiple ongoing trade
LIV Golf is in the midst of legal trouble, but not for the reason you may think. Although LIV’s proposed merger with the PGA and the impending investigation has the sports world on the edge of its seats, LIV also finds itself having to tackle a trademark infringement lawsuit. Fallen Footwear, an Ame
British pop star Dua Lipa and her music label, Warner Records, recently celebrated a legal victory as a copyright lawsuit against her hit song “Levitating” was dismissed by a Los Angeles federal court. The lawsuit, filed by Florida reggae group Artikal Sound System, accused Lipa of copying one of th
With the use of ecommerce platforms at an all-time high, protecting consumers and fostering transparency in online marketplaces, like Amazon, has never been more important. To further these initiatives and hold third-party sellers accountable, Congress passed the Integrity, Notification, and Fairnes
A trademark is a symbol, design, or word that represents a brand and its products or services. It’s a valuable asset that helps businesses distinguish themselves from competitors and protects their brand identity. If you’re looking to file a trademark, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get sta
As a college athlete, you have a unique set of needs when it comes to representation. While a traditional sports agent may be able to help you with negotiations and contracts, there are certain areas of the industry that they may not be as well-versed in. This is where an entertainment attorney can
Law firms are constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of their clients. One way they’re doing this is by offering subscription-based legal services, which provide clients with ongoing access to legal advice and representation at an affordable price. One of the biggest benefits of an attorney