Firm News
Fishman Stewart-sponsored student essay scholarship winner announced by Engineering Society of Detroit
Intellectual property specialty law firm Fishman Stewart, PLLC, is helping to engage student voices about the profession of engineering through its sponsorship of The Engineering Society of Detroit’s (ESD) annual Engineering Student Writing Contest. As part of the contest, the firm awards the author of the winning essay a $1,000 scholarship.
Act Swiftly: How Taylor Swift Took Back Her Copyright
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 22, Issue 5
Look what you made Taylor Swift do! Attorney Michael Stewart explains T-Swift’s copyright battle and how she regained control over her music.
Do Androids Dream of Copyright Ownership?
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 22, Issue 5
As artificial intelligence advances closer to sentience, will androids demand rights? Attorneys Zachary Grant and Kristyn Webb discuss the future of AI intellectual property rights.
Who Owns the Oregon Duck?
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 22, Issue 4
You’re not seeing double, those ducks do look similar! Attorney Norm Freda explores the unique collaborative history of Disney’s Donald Duck and the University of Oregon’s Duck mascot.
IP attorney Michael Stewart spoke at the International Awards & Personalization Expo on February 23 in Las Vegas
Troy, Mich.—February 24, 2022—Michael Stewart, co-founding member and managing partner of intellectual property specialty law firm Fishman Stewart, PLLC, spoke at the International Awards & Personalization Expo on February 23 in Las Vegas.
Michael Stewart named Go-To Lawyer in Intellectual Property
Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s “Go To Lawyer” editorial program honors Michael Stewart as a leader in intellectual property law.
Doug LaLone speaks with The Anti-Architect Podcast
Attorney Doug LaLone shares his perspective as an intellectual property attorney, and highlights the value, protection, and enforcement prospects of an architect’s portfolio.
Standard Essential Patents – The Backbone of the Communications Revolution
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 22, Issue 4
Seamless integration of technologies can feel like magic. Learn about how compatibility standards are established and patents are handled with attorney Paul Ratzmann; Attorney Doug LaLone appears on The Anti-Architect Podcast.
Amazon Takedown Policy: A Great Tool…for Trademark Bullies
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 22, Issue 3
As some trademark owners struggle to remove counterfeits on Amazon, a seller alleges the Amazon takedown system was utilized in a blackmail scheme. Attorney Chelsea Russell dives into more growing pains of online IP enforcement.
Metaverse, The New Matrix
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 22, Issue 3
The future is now! Attorney Doug LaLone jumps into the Metaverse and explores the IP possibilities of the digital world; Artist Ben Mauro flexes the NFT powered art market.
Newest Litigation War Room podcast features former U.S Attorney Matthew Schneider as a guest
Maxwell Goss, a litigation partner at intellectual property specialty law Fishman Stewart, recently welcomed former U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider as a guest on his podcast, The Litigation War Room.
Trademarks for Virtual Clothing and Digital Accessories?
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 22, Issue 2
Luxury clothing companies are going digital to give your online persona a makeover. Explore the latest trends with fashion forward attorney Kristyn Webb.
Non-Fungible Tokens: Court Cases and Cautionary Tales
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 22, Issue 2
Considering the NFT market? Attorney Kristyn Webb explores the intersection of IP and NFTs; Finny the fish is on a journey. Let’s #FindFinny around the world!
Will Google strip functionality from the speakers you purchased?
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 22, Issue 1
Can Google remove features from your speakers? Attorney Art Hallman discusses Sonos’ patent lawsuit win over Google and the possible fallout faced by Google’s customers.
Building Your Brand and Protecting It
At the upcoming State Bar of Michigan Business Law Symposium, Attorney Maxwell Goss is moderating an upcoming roundtable on how to manage and protect your brands.
Public Domain Day 2022: Welcoming Winnie-the-Pooh
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 22, Issue 1
“It wasn’t much good having anything…if you couldn’t share them with somebody.” We celebrate Public Domain Day with attorney Zachary Grant; Congratulations to Duperon’s for its recent innovation award.
Zachary Grant appointed to the Michigan Bar Journal committee
Fishman Stewart attorney and FISH TANK® and FISH BITS® newsletter editor, Zachary Grant, was recently appointed to the Michigan Bar Journal committee.
Fish Experts Finally Crack Mary, Queen of Scots, Spiral Letterlock Document Security
Tank: Newsletter Volume 21, Issue 26
Scholars unravel a 434 year-old letterlocking puzzle. Join attorney Michael Stewart to learn about the significance of this historical security breakthrough; Zachary Grant appointed to the Michigan Bar Journal committee.
Killer Bicycles: Securing Good Riders
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 21, Issue 14
HBO’s new show “And Just Like That…” started with a big twist, but no one is quite as shocked as the Peloton bike company. Attorney Zachary Grant explains the importance of a good contract rider for product placements.
Maxwell Goss Named Fishman Stewart Partner
Litigation attorney and host of The Litigation War Room Podcast, Maxwell Goss, becomes a Fishman Stewart partner.
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