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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Supreme Court Invalidates Aereo Business Model; Ruling Declares Aereo Infringes Copyright
In the closely watched case of American Broadcasting Companies v. Aereo, the Supreme Court ruled yesterday that Aereo's business model infringed on television broadcasters' exclusive rights to transmit television programming.   The Court's 6-3 ruling held that...
SHOULD YOU TRADEMARK YOUR BUSINESS NAME OR LOGO?
A registered trademark can increase the value of a brand, especially for companies providing consumer goods and services, those that are in knowledge-based industries and businesses that may be looking to franchise. Trademarks can also be vital to businesses that are providing services and goods over the internet or in more than one state. In contrast, there is usually little value in trademarking the name of a local business that serves a very localized clientele. As knowledge-based businesses become more important to the economy, a valuable brand name and accompanying trademark can help you stand out from the crowd when much of the business’s value is in your head.
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 terminate a grant...
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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