When people ask me “What’s the Number 1 mistake you see entrepreneurs make when it comes to intellectual property?”, this is the topic that comes to mind.
Every entrepreneur and creative professional, whether you’re just starting out or are in charge of a growing company, needs to know some basic information about Work-For-Hire Agreements.
A recent federal court case, Varsity Brands, Inc. v. Star Athletica, LLC, before the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals, addressed whether cheerleader uniform designs could be protected by copyright.
Sanrio, the owners of Hello Kitty, and Disney teamed up to sue an individual who was selling cake frosting sheets featuring unauthorized characters. Intellectual property attorneys disagree on whether this type of lawsuit is legitimate – what do you think?
We live in a litigious world. And even if you do everything right, your business runs the risk that someone may come along and claim that you committed trademark infringement. As with most other types of risks, our friends in the insurance industry are here to help. But when does trademark infringement insurance actually come into play?
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