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Scuttling Blackbeard’s Law

Plagiarism Today

The state of North Carolina has repealed Blackbeard's law, which claimed copyright in certain works. The post Scuttling Blackbeard’s Law appeared first on Plagiarism Today. However, the deeper issues remain.

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Law Firm Sues Competitor Over Copied Brief

Plagiarism Today

A law firm has filed a lawsuit against a competitor alleging copyright infringement over a copied brief, testing both ethical and legal norms. The post Law Firm Sues Competitor Over Copied Brief appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Recruitment Trends In Emerging Law Firm Frontiers

IP Law 360

BigLaw firms are facing local recruitment challenges as they increasingly establish offices in cities outside of the major legal hubs, requiring them to weigh various strategies for attracting talent that present different risks and benefits, says Tom Hanlon at Buchanan Law.

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Protecting a Law Firm Brand

Erik K Pelton

Law firms have brands and trademarks too! Erik explains how law firms can protect their firm name and other branding elements, and shares some of the reasons they benefit from trademark registration. The post Protecting a Law Firm Brand appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC.

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ITC Shouldn't Oversee Patent Disputes, Utah Law Prof Argues

IP Law 360

International Trade Commission should no longer be in control of deciding when infringing imports are banned from the country, a prominent patent law academic at the University of Utah's S.J. Quinney College of Law says.

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Spring Semester Law Student Intern Applications Now Open

Erik K Pelton

We are seeking a law student for a paid IP/Trademark internship ($25/hr) from January to May 2024. Our intern will have an interest in Intellectual Property law; solid research and writing skills; and attention to detail and deadlines. Applications will be accepted through November 24th, 2023.

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Tacking in Trademark Law: Even Big Brands Sometimes Miss the Mark

JD Supra Law

Trademark law continues to be the cornerstone of brand identity. One concept that introduces a unique set of challenges in trademark law is “tacking.” This article explores the significance of tacking as a vital strategy that allows businesses…Trademark law continues to be the cornerstone of brand identity. By: Sunstein LLP