by Madan Law | Jan 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
The appeal of online LLC filing services is understandable. They promise speed, simplicity, and low upfront costs. However, as business regulations and compliance requirements grow more complex in 2026, many business owners are discovering that these quick solutions...
by Madan Law | Jan 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
In early 2026, Matthew McConaughey made headlines for a move that signals where brand protection is heading. His team secured multiple federal trademark registrations tied to his persona and signature expressions to stop unauthorized AI simulations of his likeness and...
by Madan Law | Dec 15, 2025 | Branding, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, USPTO
A food fight is underway as the J.M. Smucker Company, maker of the iconic Uncrustables, has filed a lawsuit against Trader Joe’s for trademark infringement. The suit was filed on October 13th, 2025 in Ohio federal court and alleges that Trader Joe’s “Crustless Peanut...
by Madan Law | Nov 25, 2025 | Branding, Copyright, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, USPTO
Two powerhouse universities have re-entered a trademark battle after Baylor University filed a federal lawsuit against Boston University in August 2025. The suit alleges trademark infringement, claiming that Boston has used an interlocking “BU” design on various...
by Madan Law | Oct 24, 2025 | Intellectual Property, Patent, USPTO
Nintendo, the parent company of The Pokémon Company, has secured a patent covering a system that allows in-game characters to summon others for automated battles. The news sent shockwaves through the gaming community, some criticizing the move as another example of a...
by Madan Law | Sep 12, 2025 | Branding, Business Law, Copyright, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, USPTO
Seattle Strong is standing up to Nestlé after the multi-national Swiss giant is going after their trademark in the United States Patent and Trademark office (USPTO). (Image by Seattle Strong) What is Seattle Strong? Evan Oeflein founded “Seattle Strong”...
by Madan Law | Sep 11, 2025 | Branding, Business Law, Copyright, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, USPTO
Pop Mart, creator of the viral toy series ‘Labubu’ have filed for the trademark ‘Lafufu’, a term commonly known by the fandom to classify knock-offs. (Designed by POPMART) The History of Labubu Hong Kong illustrator and toy designer Kasing Lung created...
by Madan Law | Sep 10, 2025 | Branding, Business Law, Copyright, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, USPTO
Luxury athletic clothing retailer Lululemon is accusing retail giant Costco of trademark and trade dress infringement over their alleged in-house duplicates. (Designed by H&CO) Snag in the Seams Lululemon filed the lawsuit on June 27, 2025, in the...
by Madan Law | Aug 6, 2025 | Branding, Business Law, Copyright, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, USPTO
When it comes to running your own business, no matter how big or small it may be, it is always recommended to get your trademark registered with a licensed attorney. Without a registered trademark, you run a greater risk of infringing on others’ marks, other...
by Madan Law | Jul 30, 2025 | Branding, Business Law, Copyright, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, USPTO
Amazon’s Brand Registry system aimed to reduce fraudulent duplicates from their website but did it do the opposite? (Designed by freepik.com) What is Amazon’s Brand Registry System? Amazon created a unique Brand Registry System aimed at solving...
