Update (4/30/14): What about emulators that aren’t just rip offs, you say? PCSX2, a PlayStation emulator for your PC, takes following the rules pretty seriously. In their configuration guide and FAQ they address the issue concisely: You can get your… Continue Reading
About a year ago, in February of 2013, Under Armour brought Nike to court to sue them for trademark infringement, trademark dilution, and unfair competition under the Lanham Act. Under Armour is seeking equity from Nike for allegedly infringing on… Continue Reading
Google’s much discussed new device, Google Glass, has generated many headlines over the past months. However, it is now making headlines for a new reason: Google would like to trademark the word “Glass” in their stylized font. While Google already… Continue Reading
In perhaps one of the lengthiest disputes over trademark, Apple Corps v. Apple Computer were a series of trademark infringement cases that spanned over the course of nearly three decades. Technology and the music industry came together in the courtroom… Continue Reading
With the America Invents Act of 2011, the United States switched its patent system from first to invent, where the inventor who can prove he had the idea first (and diligently worked to file for a patent) has the rights… Continue Reading
Of the four types of intellectual property that exist in the United States, trademark is probably one of my favorites to look at because: 1) it is the most straightforward in its interpretation and 2) none of its conflicts can… Continue Reading
Candy Crush Saga is known to many as the addictive “connect three” game that swept the young and old alike these past few years. However the corporation behind the Candy Crush Saga, King, has been trying to make their brand… Continue Reading
1978 – 2006 Background: Apple, is the largest company in the world based on market value, selling millions of personal computing devices from mp3 players to desktop computers. Apple’s brand is highly regarded with millions of people electing to pay… Continue Reading
The “Boston Strong” motto has been denied a trademark by the USPTO on nine separate occasions. Samuel Adams Boston Beer Company was among those whose applications were denied. The company wanted to name its official Boston Marathon beer “‘Boston Strong’… Continue Reading
On Tueday April 15th, police in Peoria, IL raided a house on North University street. The reasoning behind the police raid? The mayor of Peoria, Jim Ardis, had recently discovered a parody twitter account about himself and was obviously distraught… Continue Reading