The romance genre is a popular one among readers in New Jersey and throughout the country. Therefore, those who read or write romance novels may be familiar with something referred to as "Cockygate". The story begins when an author filed for a trademark to the word "cocky" through a company called Hop Hop Productions, Inc. It is not clear if the author has a financial interest in the company itself.
Samsung loses a patent infringement case again
Many New Jersey residents own devices made by Samsung. The world's leading cellphone manufacturer lost a lengthy court battle with its rival Apple over patent infringement, and now a Korean university has been awarded damages to be paid by Samsung as well. Once again, the claim against Samsung was patent infringement.
Trademark disputes bubbling up among craft brewers
The clever names that craft brewers give their drinks might attract beer enthusiasts in New Jersey, but the labels that often draw upon regional traits have become a source of trademark disputes. Stony Creek Brewery, located on the East Coast, has filed a federal lawsuit against Peak Organic Brewing and Shipyard Brewing on the West Coast.
Judge rules in Melissa McCarthy R-rated Muppets case
Moviegoers in New Jersey and around the country will continue to see trailers for R-rated film featuring puppet characters similar to those created by Jim Henson. Sesame Workshop filed a lawsuit on May 21 claiming that the trailers, which feature the tagline 'NO SESAME. ALL STREET," are tarnishing valuable intellectual property by depicting beloved children's characters taking drugs, using foul language and behaving violently. However, a New York federal judge was unconvinced by these arguments and ruled that the trailers could continue to be used to promote Melissa McCarthy's upcoming film.
