A legal podcast focused on providing innovative companies and investors with important and timely information concerning intangible assets such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, John McInnis and Ed White will look at the continued implementation and evolution of the NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Policy and where things stand for universities, athletes, states and collectives.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Carmelle Alipio and Rob Van Arnam provide an update on the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), including litigation trends, orders and key takeaways.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Clinton Brannon and Janet Cho discuss residual goodwill in trademarks, including what it comprises and how it may be asserted.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Courtney Reigel and Amy Pruett provide an update on recent cases regarding the use of AI to clone voices and some of the legal issues with deepfakes on the Internet.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Rakesh Parikh, Aaron Fadden and Janet Cho provide their insights into some of the nuances of corporate transactions involving intellectual property. Transactions that involve patents, trademarks, copyrights, domain names, and other proprietary assets often present a unique set of challenges that many transactional attorneys may not be familiar with. Tune in to hear our hosts explain these challenges and describe some things to look out for during your next transaction involving intellectual property.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett and Ed White discuss the status of the NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Policies, current challenges and recommendations for enforcement.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Janet Cho and Amy Pruett provide an update on recent cases and some of the legal issues involved with using datasets to train AI models.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Tom Bergert and Clint Brannon discuss considerations for AI patent applicants and investors in light of emerging AI state and federal regulatory laws.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett and Courtney Reigel focus on recent cases and related guidance regarding the use of training datasets for AI models and how the process is impacting creators, writers, and artists.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Courtney Reigel and Carmelle Alipio provide an update on the state data privacy law regime in the U.S. as we start off the new year, including new laws passed by states in 2023 and laws that will take effect this year.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Janet Cho and Rob Van Arnam discuss the basics of AI and CHATGPT, how they can be used in contracts, their benefits, and risks.
In this episode of PARALEGAL INSIGHTS, Janet Cho and Elizabeth Davenport discuss what many trademark applicants and registrants are experiencing firsthand – the increase of fraudulent solicitations. An ever-evolving subject, Janet and Elizabeth touch upon what to expect and what to do when you receive one of these solicitations.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Courtney Reigel and Carmelle Alipio discuss the recent trends in the Federal Trade Commission's privacy enforcement efforts.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White and Amy Pruett take a look at advertising and media trends in 2023 that may affect intellectual property and your brands.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White and Courtney Reigel take a look at where things stand with the implementation, enforcement and trends in 2023 related to the NCAA's NIL Policy.
What is necessary to show use of the mark with products? What to know about Class 9 product specimens? What to know about software specimens? Tune into the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast with Janet Cho and Elizabeth Davenport to learn more about “mastering the product specimen.”
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett and Rob Van Arnam look at the enactment of state legislation, particularly in VA and NC, and implementation of the NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Policy by universities, athletes, states and collectives.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Janet Cho and Elizabeth Davenport discuss two timely topics as year-end looms: (1) trademark budget considerations and (2) key new developments before the United States Patent & Trademark Office.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White and Courtney Reigel look at the implementation of the NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Policy and where things stand for universities, athletes, states and collectives.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Janet Cho and Elizabeth Davenport provide helpful tips for anyone interested in trademarks and the due diligence process, including search options and the utility of such research.
There are certain issues that brand owners seem to universally struggle to manage. One issue is infringement and unauthorized use of their trademarks, but another interesting phenomenon are the concepts of trademark congestion and depletion. In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Janet Cho and Courtney Reigel offer some insight for brand owners regarding trademark depletion and congestion, and strategies for taking such developments into account in a brand owner's management plan.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett and Craig Mytelka discuss non-fungible tokens (NFTs), how they may be used, and the intellectual property issues that come up with their exploitation.
In this episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Courtney Reigel and Janet Cho provide an update on the small claims process at the Copyright Office, including an overview of upcoming changes under the CASE Act and the Copyright Claims Board.
In this episode of Trending Now An IP Podcast, Janet Cho and Ed White discuss what it means when someone puts MADE IN THE USA on their brand and what the conation is to their brand to consumers.
Social media is a great frontier to build and expand brand equity. Companies use it to create brand identities and even brand “personalities.” On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Courtney Reigel and Ed White offer guidance and caution regarding companies' use of social media in the modern era, including protection, enforcement, policies and influencer agreements.
Inventors, executives, investors and others are often tripped up when contemplating patents and the rights they do and do not afford. On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Tom Bergert and Drew Shores discuss five common patent misconceptions and ways to think clearly about patents.
On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White and Janet Cho discuss the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and explain the specific requirements and procedures copyright owners and online service providers must undertake to ensure that they are compliant with the DMCA takedown requirements.
On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White and Janet Cho discuss the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, or DMCA, along with its takedown procedures for content owners. They also review safe harbor provisions for online service providers and how they may avail themselves of the involved safe harbors.
On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Janet Cho discusses trademark congestion and trademark depletion. Specifically, she talks about the difference between the two concepts and helpful tips to protect your brand in the face of these issues.
Are you interested in learning the best way to advertise and promote your product and services in the competitive marketplace? On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White and Rob Van Arnam discuss how best to advertise and promote your products and services and what you should consider under federal and state laws when labeling products to ensure that you reach consumers in an effective and lawful way.
In this episode of Trending Now – An IP Podcast, Rob Van Arnam and Amber Duncan will discuss the rise of litigation in this area, the federal and state laws that apply and practical steps on how to mitigate risks and avoid lawsuits.
What's the difference between a sweepstakes and a contest? What do you need to include in your official rules? Anything to be mindful of when using social media for your sweepstakes or contest? Tune in to the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast with Amber Duncan and Rob Van Arnam to learn more about ways to structure your sweepstakes or contest to avoid common mistakes that could land your company in hot water.
Would you like to re-post or otherwise use reviews left by customers? Is there a way to make sure customers don't post bad reviews? What can a company do to protect itself from inappropriate or irrelevant content? Are there any platform specific requirements our company needs to be mindful of when wanting to use a customer review (or request that a review is removed)? Join Amber Duncan and Rob Van Arnam on the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast to learn more about the good, bad, and ugly sides of customer reviews.
On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amber Duncan and Rob Van Arnam provide an update on the privacy rules and obligations under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) and best practices for ensuring compliance.
Are you excited about re-opening and expanding your business and brand after a year of pandemic shutdowns in 2020? On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White and Craig Mytelka discuss how to best utilize existing brands to re-launch business models and seek opportunities to expand your brand portfolio.
Intellectual property infringement damages awards have been on the rise, with several recent patent damages awards in the billions of dollars. On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Tom Bergert, Clint Brannon and Craig Mytelka discuss recent trends in intellectual property litigation and whether large damages awards are here to stay.
Intellectual property infringement damages awards have been on the rise, with several recent patent damages awards in the billions of dollars. On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Tom Bergert, Clint Brannon and Craig Mytelka discuss recent trends in intellectual property litigation and whether large damages awards are here to stay.
Your brand is your identity, and therefore, it is likely your most important asset. Over the past year, with the ever presence of e-commerce transactions due to shutdowns and quarantines, it has never been more important to monitor, manage, and protect your brand online. On the latest episode of Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White and Janet Cho discuss how brand owners may implement successful strategies for an online brand presence with tips on best practices for online brand protection programs.
Do you communicate with current and prospective customers electronically via phone or text, and if so do you have their consent? On the latest episode of Trending Now an IP Podcast, Rob Van Arnam discusses with Amber Duncan an update and recent case decisions on the TCPA as well as practical guidance on compliance.
Has your business thought about partnering with a charity for a sales campaign? Are you involved with a charity that has questioned how to increase awareness and donations? Join Rob Van Arnam and Amber Duncan for a ten-minute overview of cause marketing, including complying with a myriad of federal and state laws governing sales partnerships between for-profit business and charities.
On the latest episode of Trending Now, Janet Cho and Clint Brannon discuss the ins and outs of patent marking, including the benefits and risks of marking, and give some practical advice on how to effectively mark your patented products.
On the latest episode of Williams Mullen's Trending Now - An IP Podcast, led by Clint Brannon and Janet Cho—partners in the intellectual property practice at Williams Mullen, is a discussion of “marking” or posting notice to trademarks and copyrighted works, encompassing what to include in marks, where to place them, and the necessity, if any, of including such marking.
On the latest episode of Williams Mullen's Trending Now - An IP Podcast, led by Edward White and Janet Cho—partners in the intellectual property practice at WILLIAMS MULLEN—addresses the acquisition and maintenance of copyright rights in the United Kingdom. It also discusses potential impacts to current law as a result of the United Kingdom's impending departure from the European Union on January 1, 2021.
The United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union (“BREXIT”) is in its final transition period, which will conclude on December 31, 2020. BREXIT is affecting many areas of commerce for clients who do business in the United Kingdom and Europe and clients need to be prepared for the conclusion of the transition period later this year. Clients should pay particular attention to how BREXIT will affect intellectual property assets, such as European trademark registrations. This podcast will provide clients with advice on how to manage, protect, and expand international trademark portfolios in the wake of BREXIT.
On the latest episode of Williams Mullen's Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Ed White is joined by Janet Cho to discuss specific strategies to protect and enhance your brand during the COVID-19 pandemic.
On the latest episode of Williams Mullen's Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Amy Pruett is joined by Janet Cho and Ed White to discuss approaches to IP-related agreements during a pandemic
On the latest episode of Williams Mullen's Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Clint Brannon is joined by Tom Bergert, Amy Pruett and Janet Cho to discuss their thoughts on developing and protecting back-burner ideas.
On the latest episode of Williams Mullen's Trending Now - An IP Podcast, Tom Bergert and Clint Brannon discuss whether a patentability search or freedom to operate search is needed in order to manage my business risks.
What Companies Operating in the National Security Space Need to Know.
In this episode, Clint Brannon and Tom Bergert discuss what companies need to know about the time factor with patents.