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Legal Interviews – Social Media Influencers and Entrepreneurship

I recently had the privilege of participating in two great interviews. Each provides valuable information for those interested in starting and/or operating a business,...

Business Names and the Importance of a Trademark Clearance Search

Although a business name and a trademark can be the same, it is not a requirement. For example, Nike is both the business...

Federal Circuit’s Recent Decision Will Permit the Trademark Registration of Swear Words

The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit passed down the decision in In Re: Erik Brunetti, one that will permit the trademark registration of...

Three Legal Issues Related to Starting a Business

With a new year comes new year resolutions. One resolution for many people is to start a business. Whether it's pursuing your passion...

Why Is Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Not Federally Trademarked?

While examining the impressive Fenty Beauty display at Sephora, I could not escape the fact that I was a trademark lawyer. Rihanna provided...

Dashed Dreams – A Disappointing New Reality for DACA Recipients … and America

Under the terms of the cancellation, most DACA recipients don’t qualify for renewals anymore.
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