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Dewberry Trademark Case Trademarks protect the identity and value of a company's brand, which is why recent trends in intellectual property litigation are so critical for businesses. One particularly significant case that illustrates these principles is Drewberry Engineers v. Drewberry Group. This dispute not only involves a considerable sum but also addresses deeper issues of
The Key Legal Issues Facing AI Companies Our firm recently launched our AI subpage reflecting our growing expertise in this nascent industry. While developing this page, we also wrote a wide-ranging FAQ of some of the most pressing questions for companies developing AI or using AI. Some of these are based on actual questions we
When Should I Call My Business Lawyer? Entrepreneurs carry heavy burdens, often for years without much respite. Running a business involves navigating a complex web of legal considerations that can impact every aspect of your operations. Knowing when to consult a business lawyer is crucial for protecting your company and ensuring long-term success. From entity
How to Choose Your United States Trademark Lawyer When building a successful brand, safeguarding your intellectual property is paramount. Trademarks and copyrights are vital tools in protecting your brand's unique elements and ensuring your business's longevity. This guide will help you navigate the trademark registration process and provide practical tips on selecting the right U.S.
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's (AMLO) proposed judicial reform in Mexico has sparked significant controversy. The primary aim is to reshape the country's legal system by increasing transparency, efficiency, and democratic accountability. However, the most radical proposal—popular election of judges—has raised concerns about potential risks to judicial independence and the overall functioning of the justice
United States LLC Operating Agreements LLC operating agreements establish how a limited liability company is to be run and are equivalent to a corporation's bylaws (see Doing Business in the United States: The Laws You Should Know for more information on LLCs and corporations). In most states, including some very popular ones for forming LLCs,
Oregon Adverse Possession: Elements, Evidence, Boundary Disputes, and Defenses A fence stands in the same place for decades. One neighbor maintains the land on one side, plants a garden, builds a shed, or simply treats it as part of the yard. Then a survey puts the deed line several feet away. The survey establishes the
Trademark symbols are the subject of regular questions from clients and even people with whom I have casual conversations, once they find out I am a trademark lawyer. In this post, I'll briefly explain when it's appropriate to use each symbol. By the time you finish reading, you should be able to understand why I
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, I could count my monthly court appearances on both hands. Nowadays, stepping into a courtroom feels almost nostalgic. The pandemic didn’t just shake things up; it flipped California’s justice system on its head. Remote technology made legal proceedings more accessible and efficient. What began as a temporary fix, born of necessity,
United States Trademarks To talk about trademark infringement, we first must address what a trademark is. A trademark can be any word, phrase, symbol, design, or combination of these things that are used to identify goods or services. For example, the word mark "Apple" for a computer. A trademark identifies the sources of your goods
