Michael Jordan Wins Again

Michael Jordan Wins Again

Michael Jordan recently claimed a significant victory in a different kind of court than the one he’s used to.  Last week, a federal court in Chicago awarded Jordan $8.9 million dollars for the unauthorized use of his likeness in a supermarket advertisement. The...
Chicago Bears Trademark Defense

Chicago Bears Trademark Defense

With football season quickly approaching, we see football teams starting to protect more than just the quarterback.  Today I’ll take a look at the Chicago Bears and its trademark defense. Lately, it seems like the Bears have been caught in an identity...
Cease and Desist On Etsy

Cease and Desist On Etsy

This week, Etsy, a popular marketplace, released its first Transparency Report which it defines as an “in-depth look at how they integrate Etsy’s company values, responsibility to their members and legal obligations.”  A large part of that report deals...
Boston & Chicago Sox Petition to Cancel Trademark

Boston & Chicago Sox Petition to Cancel Trademark

Rarely do you see two opposing teams in Major League Baseball working together, but the Boston Red Sox and the Chicago White Sox have teamed up to petition for the cancellation of a trademark filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Both teams believe...
Counterfeit Sports Merchandise

Counterfeit Sports Merchandise

Both the NHL and NBA wrapped up their seasons last week with an exciting finish that saw the Chicago Blackhawks turn into a modern day dynasty, and LeBron James lose to bring his NBA Finals record to 2-4 (Can you tell I’m a Chicago fan?). Regardless of who won or who...