Copyleft, Copyright… Create Freely
My son was always enthusiastic about drawing and painting. He would draw characters from his [...]
Imitation, Counterfeits, Knockoffs and My Rothy’s Style Aldi Shoes
Anyone who knows me knows that I love a good bargain so I love Aldi. [...]
Why You Should Protect Your Intellectual Property Before Market Entry
The world is a global village and the internet has opened up business spaces to [...]
Lessons from the Case: Foss v. Marvic, Inc.
In this case, Cynthia Foss (a graphic designer) sued Marvic, Inc. (sunroom contractors) for copyright [...]
The Difference Between a Derivative and a Transformative Work
Lessons from the Case: Andy Warhol Foundation v. Lynn Goldsmith (2021) In 1981, when the [...]
Why it is Important to Have an IP Strategy for Your Business
Every business has both tangible and intangible assets. Most businesses have a strategy to protect [...]
Make Money Part of Your Love Language
I find that we don’t talk about money enough. We can talk about all kinds [...]
Factors to Consider Before Applying for a Trademark
If you are building your business and want to create a recognisable brand, you will [...]
Should You Name Your Brand After Yourself?
Last week I talked about choosing a name for your business and creating a brand [...]
Choosing a Name For Your Business
Some time ago, I met a man who told me that it was “very necessary” [...]