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First Amendment

White Lives Matter Trademark – Lesson in IP and Free Speech

During our talk, we discussed the potential reasons the application may ultimately fail and free speech.
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Kanye West/Adidas Yeezy Split – Lesson in Contracts and First Amendment

After Ye made some controversial comments, Adidas terminated its partnership with him for the sale of Yeezy sneakers.
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Alex Jones, Freedom of Speech & Defamation

A Connecticut jury awarded plaintiffs $965 million in their lawsuit against radio host Alex Jones for defamation.
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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, particularly social media/digital influencers
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Intellectual Property and Freedom of Speech Concerns for YouTubers

Your YouTube name is essentially a trademark. It's used in association with a service (entertainment usually) and goods (if you sell merchandise with that name). Furthermore, any slogans you create on your channel could be potentially registered for a federal trademark.
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