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Knockoffs—Nuisance or Infringement?

When something is referred to as a "knockoff" it typically implies that the knockoff product is similar in appearance to an earlier product and is unlawful. But that is not always the case. Indeed, there can be infringing knockoffs and noninfringing knockoffs. It depends on the facts and circumstances.
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New York Law Journal

Decision of the Day: Donald Trump's Use of 'Electric Avenue' in Campaign Footage Not 'Fair Use' for Infringement Purposes

This ruling was selected and summarized by the New York Law Journal's decisions editors. 
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Law.com

Boston IP Firm Avoids Time-Barred Legal-Malpractice Suit From Tech Company

"Based on the numerous representations made to BlueRadios of the facts underlying the basis of the claims and well as the ability for them to independently discover any alleged issues with the patents as they were publicly visible, BlueRadios was on notice of their claims as of 2009 at the latest as no reasonable jury could find that BlueRadios acted with the requisite level of diligence in discovering the purported inconsistencies in ownership and inventorship underlying the basis for their claims," wrote U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper of the District of Massachusetts.
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Law.com

Brooks Sports Asks Federal Court to Weigh in on Patent Dispute With PUMA

"Brooks is a leader in developing new technologies for running shoes and apparel. Brooks has maintained the largest market share in adult performance running footwear for 10 consecutive quarters in the U.S. national retail market, whereas Puma is a newcomer to the performance running market," said Barbara Barrilleaux, vice president of general counsel at Brooks Running. "Brooks will continue to take the actions necessary to defend itself and its innovative products against Puma's unfounded allegations."
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The Recorder

Maine Musician Sues Roblox, Game Developer for Alleged Misuse of 'Maple Leaf Rag'

Aaron Robinson alleges that MeepCity creator Alex Binello uploaded his recording to the Roblox platform, which profited from in-game purchases tied to the song.
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The Recorder

Desmarais Team Wins Nearly $45M Award for IBM in Patent Dispute With Zynga Games

A Delaware jury found Zynga violated two patents concerning features and advertising technology used in several popular games. The game developer says it will appeal.
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International Edition

Nintendo, Pokémon Co. Sue Japanese Game Developer for Patent Infringement

Earlier this month, Pokémon won a $15 million suit in Shenzhen intermediate courts against Chinese game developers over the game Pocket Monster Reissue.
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Connecticut Law Tribune

Big Law Hired for Employment Cybersquatting Suit

Michael S. O'Malley of Ogletree Deakins, along with Evan H. Cohn of Taft Stettinius & Hollister, are counsel for the plaintiff.
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The Recorder

Copyright Complaint Says Miley Cyrus Hit 'Flowers' Derived From Bruno Mars Song

A company that owns partial rights to "When I Was Your Man" says Cyrus' song takes its melody, harmonic elements and lyrical inspiration from the 2013 hit by Bruno Mars.
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The Legal Intelligencer

People in the News—Sept. 17, 2024—Panitch Schwarze, Goldberg Segalla

Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel announced that intellectual property attorney Ronald J. Ventola II and his fellow committee members have been recognized with the 2024 Committee of the Year Award from the Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO).
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