Copyright protection is an important area of law for authors, artists, and others who regularly produce original works of authorship. Understanding some of the basics of copyright protection is important for such individuals, as is working with an experienced attorney...
Month: July 2017
Wine label dispute highlights one benefit of federal trademark protection, P.2
In our last post, we began looking at an ongoing lawsuit between two winemakers--one located in Clarksburg, California--which highlights the issue of federal trademark protection vs. state trademark protection. At the center of the disagreement is both companies' use...
Wine label dispute highlights one benefit of federal trademark protection, P.1
In our previous post, we began looking at the topic of trademark protection. As we mentioned, the United States Patent and Trademark Office is the agency responsible for federally registering trademarks, but the USPTO does not enforce trademark protection against...
Selecting a trademark: a brief look at some considerations
Branding is critical for the success of businesses in many industries, and trademark protection is an important area of law for businesses to understand when it comes to branding. Trademarks can be highly valuable, and can help propel a business into greater success...
Understanding your rights after your artwork is sold
Understanding your rights after your artwork is soldWhen an artist spreads the last daub of oil paint on the canvas, or a photographer finally captures the perfect scene, the sense of pride and ownership is profound.That feeling does not simply go away after the...