Archive for June, 2009
Eddie Van Halen Tells Nike: Just Do it? You Already did it, copyright infringement!
Sunday, June 28th, 2009Eddie Van Halen tells NIKE, YOU DID IT. “You stole my copyright.” Nike launched its new Dunk Lows which contain a red white and black striped color scheme similar to Eddie Van Halen’s Frankenstein guitar design. Eddie has sued in Federal court over the design on the new NIKE “DUNK LOWS”
Trademark a Band Name: BLACK SABBATH Ozzy Osbourne v. Anthony Iommi
Monday, June 15th, 2009Osbourne recently launched a lawsuit and media blitz over rights in the BLACK SABBATH name again former band mate Anthony Iommi. The media thus far is mostly a “We love Ozzy Best Fest.” Rolling Stone-Investigative Journalism-Are you kidding? As a trademark lawyer with a music industry background, I have litigated and registered dozens of band names. This charade once again serves as a reminder to successful trademark owners, even aging rock stars, “It’s all about the brand stupid.”
Facebook Brand Grab: Another reason to trademark a name
Thursday, June 11th, 2009Facebook, Inc., announced that beginning Saturday, June 13th at 12:01 a.m. U.S. EDT, users of the Facebook website will be allowed for the first time to create personalized URLs for their Facebook pages (facebook.com/yourname). Owners of international trademark registrations or federal trademark registrations can reserve their trademark on the Facebook platform by submitting relevant information [...]
International Trademark Registration Now More Affordable!
Wednesday, June 10th, 2009International trademark registrations have become more affordable, particularly those aspiring to be global trademark owners. Trademark USA is just the beginning in today’s world. International trademark protection is vital to many businesses with distributors, affiliates and Internet marketing.