Trademark Protection for the Fashion Industry

Trademark Protection for the Fashion Industry

What is a trademark? Trademarks are source indicators. A trademark can be a word, phrase, or design and is used to identify a brand’s specific goods and services in the marketplace (Lanham Act §45, 15 U.S.C. § 1127). As the brand matures, the trademark generally...
Copyright Infringement and Fair Use

Copyright Infringement and Fair Use

Copyright Infringement Copyright law protects original expressions.  Original expressions include writings, art, songs, music, dance, software, blueprints, etc. Protection is automatic (but enhanced with a copyright filing), and it is protected for the life of the...