The stuff of spy novels? IP attorney dives into submarine trademark filings to impede top-secret business ventures from surfacing
Fishman Stewart IP attorney dives into submarine trademark filings to impede top-secret business ventures from surfacing
Detroit Lions In Copyright Dispute Over Barry Sanders Statue
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 24, Issue 3
Who Can Read My Manuscript?
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 24, Issue 2
A few years ago, the Copyright Office received a large number of requests from Twilight fans who wanted to get a peek at the registered and unpublished manuscript of Stephanie Meyer’s Forever Dawn.
The Fellowship of Fandom
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 24, Issue 1
Demetrious Polychron was a big fan of The Lord of the Rings books by author J.R.R. Tolkien, which described the world of Middle Earth where Hobbits, Elves, Dwarves, Wizards, and other creatures engage in an epic battle of good and evil involving a ring with magical powers.
Countdown to Public Domain Day
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 23, Issue 23
Public Domain Day is celebrated on January 1st and commemorates the expiration of copyright protection for certain creative works.
Taylor Swift: David versus Goliath
Fish Tank: Newsletter Volume 23, Issue 27
Taylor Swift has had an incredible 2023. Her “Eras Tour” has been a massive success, becoming one of the most profitable tours for an artist of all time. The release of the concert film of the tour became the highest-grossing concert film of all time.
Following a ‘parade’ of IP protections, Fishman Stewart attorney sheds light on the distinction between trademarks and copyrights
Fishman Stewart attorney sheds light on the distinction between trademarks and copyrights
Happy Small Business Saturday!
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 23, Issue 22
Why is IP Protection Crucial for Small Businesses? We understand the challenges faced by small businesses, and we encourage you to take proactive measures to protect your intellectual property.
Queen of Christmas Sued for Copyright Infringement – Again
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 23, Issue 21
Earlier this month, Mariah Carey was named in a lawsuit in federal district court for copyright infringement. The plaintiffs, musicians Andy Stone (stage name “Vince Vance”) and Troy Powers, allege that the so-called “Queen of Christmas” used their country music song “All I want for Christmas is You” as the basis for her hit pop song with the same title.
Tattoo Copyright Chronicles
FishBits: Mini Article Volume 23, Issue 20
The art of tattooing can be traced back to ancient times. In fact, archaeologists have uncovered tattoo tools that date back at least 12,000 years. However, lawsuits over tattoos and copyright law are a much, much more recent phenomenon.