Intellectual Property Law and Copyright Laws

The U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision to decline hearing a case on AI-generated artwork has reinforced a fundamental principle: copyright protection requires human authorship.

Explore how some of Britain's most iconic brands—from Burberry's distinctive plaid to Harry Potter's magical empire—have navigated the complex landscape of U.S. trademark law.

Developing AI capabilities is a strategic focus for every company, with acquisitions one of the primary ways businesses can rapidly move up the technology curve. Here we explore the key issues that boards need to focus on to lock in value and manage risk in AI-related deals

Buc-ee's continues its aggressive trademark enforcement strategy with another legal dispute over a logo featuring a cartoon animal in a circular design. This case examines the legal standard of likelihood of confusion and explores why consistent brand protection matters for businesses with distinctive visual identities.

Explore how some of Britain's most iconic brands—from Burberry's distinctive plaid to Harry Potter's magical empire—have navigated the complex landscape of U.S. trademark law.

Taylor Swift has filed three new trademark applications with the USPTO, including two sound marks featuring her voice saying "Hey, it's Taylor" and "Hey, it's Taylor Swift," plus a visual mark of her iconic stage appearance.

The First Circuit recently addressed a critical question in trade secret litigation: who actually owns a trade secret and therefore has the legal standing to sue for its misappropriation? This episode examines the court's analysis of ownership issues and the implications for companies seeking to protect their confidential information through legal action.

Trade secrets are among a company’s most valuable intellectual property assets. They can give a business a competitive edge, provided that they are properly safeguarded.

A federal district court in Georgia ruled that a professional liability insurer had no obligation to defend or indemnify an attorney accused of misappropriating trade secrets and participating in a conspiracy.

Taylor Swift has filed three new trademark applications with the USPTO, including two sound marks featuring her voice saying "Hey, it's Taylor" and "Hey, it's Taylor Swift," plus a visual mark of her iconic stage appearance.

The UK Government’s report on the copyright and AI consultation was recently published. While the report confirms that balancing the interests of copyrights holders and AI developers is a complex exercise, it also provides an indication of likely scenarios to consider in this fast-evolving environment.

The U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division has issued a series of statements and policy guidance clarifying that strong patent rights and antitrust enforcement are complementary forces that together promote innovation. Through recent court filings and official speeches, the DOJ has addressed critical questions about injunctive relief for patent holders, the relationship between standard-essential patents and market power, and the proper boundaries between contract disputes and antitrust violations.