Trademark licensees in New Jersey often depend on an agreement with the trademark holder that allows the licensee to operate significant amounts of a business. The sale and marketing of licensed products can be a major income stream for trademark holders as well as...
Month: May 2019
Drug maker settles dispute over patent allowing sale of copycat
A complicated aspect of business innovation in New Jersey and throughout the world is how to protect a product and prevent infringement on intellectual property. This is a prominent issue with drug makers. In May, a drug maker embroiled in a patent dispute over Humira...
R&B singer sues former band members over use of group name
The former lead singer of an R&B group that has some New Jersey fans is suing two other band members for trademark infringement over use of the band name. The defendants have used the band name in promotions for their recent tour. The group, which became popular...
Copyright lawsuits continue to challenge streaming firms
A growing number of people in New Jersey and across the country rely on online streaming sites like Spotify or Netflix for their favorite movies, TV shows, music and other content. The industry is bringing in a significant amount of money and has, over the years, been...
How to resolve a trademark dispute
Individuals and companies in New Jersey are entitled to trademark their intellectual property. This gives them the exclusive right to use a logo, slogan or other mark. If other parties want to use something that has already been trademarked, they must get a license...