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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The state of North Carolina has repealed Blackbeard's law, which claimed copyright in certain works.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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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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Law Firms Should Move From Reactive To Proactive Marketing

IP Law 360

Most law firm marketing and business development teams operate in silos, leading to an ad hoc, reactive approach, but shifting to a culture of proactive planning — beginning with comprehensive campaigns — can help firms effectively execute their broader business strategy, says Paul Manuele at PR Manuele Consulting.

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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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7th Circ. Ruling Sheds Light On Extraterritoriality In IP Law

IP Law 360

A recent Seventh Circuit decision involving the Defend Trade Secrets Act, allowing for broader international application of trade secrets laws, highlights a difference in how trade secrets are treated compared to other areas of intellectual property law, say Armin Ghiam and Maria Montenegro-Bernardo at Hunton.

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Spiritual balm for clerkship-seeking law students

Likelihood of Confusion

Then after some very flattering feedback, I figured some readers of this blog might enjoy it, especially law students, so here […] The post Spiritual balm for clerkship-seeking law students appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™.

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