They say it’s always better to ask for forgiveness than for permission, though I think most copyright owners would disagree. Sampling music is a perfect example—it’s a great way for artists to generate fresh, exciting work by bringing in familiar, existing sounds.
Having a registered trademark is an essential for any business, but acquiring it is only half the battle. Like any other piece of property, your intellectual property is an asset that needs to be policed regularly over the course of your ownership.
The intersection between NFTs and existing intellectual property law remains largely uncharted.
TikTok is not just an app for teenage pop dancers anymore—it is an artfully curated, wildly creative, endless of stream of personalized 60-second info-tainment and teenage pop dancers, depending on how you feed your personal algorithm.
A big congratulations is due to our own Marcy Sperry, who’s been included in 2020’s Legal Elite list in Georgia Trend magazine.
Last month, hip-hop singer and rapper Nicki Minaj landed a highly controversial victory. Minaj prevailed in a copyright infringement lawsuit after the Central District of California ruled that her private experimentation with another artist’s music is permissible under the fair use doctrine—even without a license from the copyright holder.
Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but it doesn’t do much in terms of making your brand stand out. In fact, choosing a brand name that’s “inspired” by a similar one can not only result in confusion on the part of consumers, it can also lead to trademark registration refusals from the USPTO—or an infringement lawsuit.
A trademark goes a long way towards establishing value for your business and reputation for your brand—so the trademark selection process is crucial. When selecting a trademark, it’s important to choose a unique and distinct word and/or design to set your business apart from the competition.
There are only so many website domains to go around—so how do you go about getting the one you want? The key is to start with choosing your brand name.
Imagine you’re a first-time indie filmmaker. You’ve found a killer script, auditioned for your cast, assembled a volunteer crew, and hobbled together a budget. You dive into production, eager to capture that impulse of creativity…
A key component of survival in our digital world is a strong trademark that commands consumer attention. Without a powerful brand, your company will wither into obscurity. But with a strong trademark, your company will thrive and command consumer attention.
Thinking of forming an LLC? Here’s a quick guide on why and how to do it. And Vivid IP can help!