by Madan Law | Oct 1, 2024 | Intellectual Property, Madan Law, Trademarks
After a lengthy legal battle, a California court ruled that MGA Entertainment violated the intellectual property rights of the pop group OMG Girlz. As a result, MGA must pay over $71 million in damages for using the group’s likeness in a popular line of dolls....
by Madan Law | Sep 26, 2024 | Branding, Business Law, Copyright, Intellectual Property, Madan Law, Trademarks
Choosing a name for a child is a significant decision for expecting families. While some opt for traditional names, many modern families lean toward unconventional choices that reflect their interests. A British family recently made headlines by naming their son Loki...
by Madan Law | Sep 23, 2024 | Intellectual Property, Madan Law, Patent, USPTO
Recently, the Senate Judiciary Committee of the 118th Congress convened to discuss the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act (PERA), introduced in June 2023. Sponsored by Senator Thomas Tillis (R-NC) and Senator Chris Coons (D-DE), this bill aims to amend the United...
by Madan Law | Sep 18, 2024 | Branding, Intellectual Property, Madan Law, Trademarks, Uncategorized, USPTO
As artificial intelligence continues to grow, tech companies are developing systems to assist consumers with everything from business affairs to personal projects. For many, chatbot AI has become a staple of everyday life, prompting companies to seek the next...
by Madan Law | Sep 13, 2024 | Branding, Intellectual Property, Madan Law, Trademarks, USPTO
For over a century, The Campbell Soup Company has dominated pantry shelves and dinner tables across the country. Whether it’s soup to fight a cold or ingredients for holiday casseroles, Campbell’s has been a staple in American kitchens. While the company built...
by Madan Law | Sep 10, 2024 | Branding, Intellectual Property, Madan Law, Trademarks, USPTO
Social media platforms give content creators the power to shape mainstream culture in seconds. TikTok creator Jools Lebron demonstrated this when her video about maintaining decorum while getting ready for work went viral. Her comedic tagline, “Very demure, very...
by Madan Law | Sep 6, 2024 | Business Law, Contracts, Intellectual Property, Madan Law, Uncategorized
In a significant legal development, a federal court in Texas has invalidated the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed nationwide ban on non-compete agreements. This ruling, delivered just weeks before the ban was scheduled to take effect on September 4, brings...
by Madan Law | Sep 5, 2024 | Copyright, Intellectual Property, Madan Law
In a noteworthy development in the realm of intellectual property and music rights, Kanye West, also known as Ye, has settled a copyright dispute with the estate of the late disco icon Donna Summer. The controversy centered on West’s alleged unauthorized use of...
by Madan Law | Aug 28, 2024 | Intellectual Property, Madan Law
The European Union has made a historic move with the implementation of the AI Act, marking the world’s first comprehensive legislation on artificial intelligence. Approved in May by EU member states and the European Commission, this groundbreaking law is poised to...
by Madan Law | Aug 20, 2024 | Branding, Business Law, Contracts, Intellectual Property, Madan Law, Patent, Trademarks, USPTO
Intellectual Property (IP) is arguably one of the most important – if not the most important –assets a company owns. This is particularly true for companies in highly competitive arenas,e.g., healthcare and medical tech. Whether you’re a startup or a seasoned,...
