Public Domain Day is celebrated on January 1st and commemorates the expiration of copyright protection for certain creative works.
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.
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.
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.
Happy Friday the 13th! In this appropriately timed article, we update you on the latest in the legal battle over the copyrights to the classic horror film Friday the 13th.
Parmigiano-Reggiano, often simply referred to in the US as “Parmesan,” is considered one of the most famous and prestigious cheeses in the world. Find out how companies are taking measures to uphold its reputation.
September 19th is International Talk Like a Pirate Day. In terms of intellectual property, “pirating” refers to the unauthorized copying, distribution, or use of someone else’s creative work without their permission, and often for personal or financial gain.
National Red Wine Day is observed each year on August 28th. This year, to celebrate, we are sharing a fun story about wine, trademarks, and legal battle over the rights to use a family name on wine labels.
Cheer on the teams and help you plan the perfect watch party with some football-related inventions and designs.
Have you ever wondered what was the very first work to receive a copyright registration in the United States?
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