SHOULD YOU TRADEMARK YOUR BUSINESS NAME OR LOGO?
A trademark is used to identify the source of goods or services. Some of the most recognizable consumer brands in the world are also the world’s most valuable trademarks. According to a recent survey, the world’s most valuable brands are, in order, Wal-Mart,...GRAY MATTERS Statutory Remedies for Sales of Unauthorized Parallel Goods Post-Kirtsaeng
Gray market goods or parallel imports are genuine branded goods that are legitimately produced but then imported into a market without the consent of the trademark and/or copyright owner In contrast to counterfeit goods, gray goods are manufactured under license from...Young Man — There’s No Need To Feel Down — Village People Lead Singer To Recover Copyrights
Victor Willis, the former lead singer of the seminal disco group The Village People will recover control over his interest in the copyrights for many of the group’s hit songs. As a result of one of the first cases to decide a songwriter’s efforts to...Court Rules “Black Swan” Interns Must Be Paid; Certifies Class Action
For decades, the entertainment, media and fashion industries have relied heavily on unpaid interns to handle mundane daily work that supports the core business efforts. In exchange for some long weeks of making deliveries, fetching coffee, filing and other menial...Michael D. Steger, PC
Since Michael D. Steger started practicing law in 1993, he has sought to help solve his clients’ problems and expand their business opportunities. Whether in business transactions, litigation and other disputes, or counseling behind the scenes, he has focused on providing value to the individuals, companies and other entities that he has served. Mr. Steger founded the firm in 2005.
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