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U.S. Library of Congress Copyright Office Announces New Fee Schedule
U.S. Library of Congress Copyright Office Announces New Fee Schedule Starting on May 2, 2014, the U.S. Library of Congress Copyright Office will have a new fee schedule that reflects a multiyear process of studying current fees, evaluating budget requirements, and...
Victory in the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board
Sensoria Wins Court Ruling and Becomes Registered Trademark Kravitz & Verna PLLC won a motion to dismiss in the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (“TTAB”), in a case in which the trademark of SENSORIA from Heapsylon LLC was threatened. The case is Feel the World,...
What happens in a trademark infringement lawsuit?
Navigating Trademark Infringement: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction: Dealing with a trademark infringement lawsuit is a complex and challenging process. At Verna Law, P.C., we often assist client who face such a legal challenge. This experience prompted us to share...
Is the Registered Trademark Logo ® Important?
Is the Registered Trademark Symbol (®) Crucial? Absolutely! According to the Lanham Act, failing to use the registered trademark symbol or an equivalent notice can have serious implications. Under 15 USC § 1111, in any infringement suit, a registered trademark owner...
What is Acquired Distinctiveness or Secondary Meaning?
Acquired distinctiveness refers to distinctiveness of a trademark that is not inherent, but that rather develops through use of the mark over time, such that consumers associate the mark with a secondary meaning -- as an indication of source -- rather than just the...
What is a Work Made For Hire?
Understanding the Work Made for Hire Doctrine in Copyright Law A work made for hire is a creation protected by copyright law, crafted by an author or creator for another individual or corporate entity. Copyright protection rests in the entity who has commissioned...
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