This past week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced in a press release that it has banned the use of AI-generated voices in robocalls. Specifically, the FCC adopted a ruling
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USPTO Debuts New Trademark Search System
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On November 30, 2023, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) unveiled a new cloud-based trademark search system. According to the USPTO, the new system will provide a “more…
Continue Reading USPTO Debuts New Trademark Search SystemFTC Cautions Trade Groups, Influencers About Paid Social Media Promotions
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The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) is cracking down on trade associations and paid influencers regarding the adequate disclosure of paid promotions. Recently, the FTC sent warning letters to two trade…
Continue Reading FTC Cautions Trade Groups, Influencers About Paid Social Media PromotionsTaco Tuesday for All
By Elizabeth A. Patton on
Last week, the New Jesey local restaurant — Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar in Somers Point — gave up its “Taco Tuesday” trademark in New Jersey, in favor of resolving a…
Continue Reading Taco Tuesday for AllThe Taylor Swift Effect
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Whether you’re a Taylor Swift die-hard fan or not, you can’t deny that her marketing power is second to none. And not just for her own music and brand promoted…
Continue Reading The Taylor Swift EffectProtecting Your IP & Confidential Info
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In a world where non-compete agreements are being curtailed or outright banned, companies need to enhance their use of other ways to protect their intellectual property and confidential information when…
Continue Reading Protecting Your IP & Confidential InfoPrimer on Cannabis Trademark Law and How Rescheduling Could Change the State of the Law
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With more individuals and businesses entering the cannabis sector, there has been an increased interest in what kind of trademark protections a cannabis business can obtain. An article posted on…
Continue Reading Primer on Cannabis Trademark Law and How Rescheduling Could Change the State of the LawNotice of Inquiry Issued on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Issues
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Yesterday, in the Federal Register, the U.S. Copyright Office issued a notice of inquiry (NOI) regarding copyright and artificial intelligence (AI). The Office has decided to do a study on…
Continue Reading Notice of Inquiry Issued on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence IssuesUSPTO Clarifies Domicile Address Requirements in Trademark Applications
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The Lanham Act requires the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) to collect the domicile information of all trademark applicants. This provides the evidence necessary to show the applicant…
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After years of owning the trademark registration “Taco Tuesday,” Taco Johns has agreed to drop it after Taco Bell petitioned the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to have the registration…
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