FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: UC Hastings to Host Inaugural Fashion Law Panel Moderated by Fashion Lawyer Uduak Oduok (SAN JOSE, Jan. 9th, 2013) – On Thursday January 17th, 2013, The University of California Hastings College of the Law will host the first ever Fashion Law Panel in Northern California. The free[...]
“Does MTV have a “logo no-go” problem in Latin America? Sam Panama Trading Co. has filed a $30 million lawsuit against the network and parent company Viacom alleging that it expected to make a ton of money selling clothing and luggage products featuring the MTV brand. A licensing deal was signed[...]
Designers, models, industry, a lot has happened in the fashion industry on the legal front, in the past few months, that I look forward to discussing , in simple English, with you all. In the meantime, July of 2011, I discussed the case of Kim Kardashian v. The Gap. It[...]
This is an interesting way, by the grieving family, to preserve the memories of Trayvon Martin (RIP), the 17year old unarmed black kid shot by an overzealous self designated neighborhood watchdog, George Zimmerman (White &/Hispanic). Abovethelaw.com debates the issue: “The shooting has picked up national attention, and it’s shedding yet[...]
“A legal dispute between fashion labels Christian Louboutin and Yves Saint Laurent took a new turn yesterday when the jeweller, Tiffany, came in on the side of the shoe designer. It filed an amicus curiae to support Louboutin’s case that a colour can be trademarked and its use prohibited. The[...]
Lady Gaga, as I have discussed on this blog, is one artist who goes full court press in enforcing her legal rights. Today, news media reports she prevailed in a hearing in London’s high court seeking an injunction against a company marketing and selling ‘Lady Goo Goo Carton.’ What is[...]
A quick thing or two here. Two ways to do this, file a lawsuit of this magnitude, more so to send a message, really. Or for more efficient, cost effective and result oriented strategies, still hire your lawyer to directly deal with the ISP providers to disable the infringing websites.[...]
Late August I blogged about the Situation and Abercombie & Fitch’s request that he not wear their apparel. It was a *rolls eyes* kinda response for me all the way. Well, it looks like the Situation resonated with my post. He has something to say to Abercombie: “The Situation is[...]
I am loving this short sweet straight to the point article from B.A.F.F.L.E.D. on how to protect your brand from counterfeits. I have covered counterfeits here, in the past, so read it here, and then of course enjoy B.A.F.F.L.E.D short and sweet article. Excerpt below: “Counterfeits are in more markets[...]
I attended the seminar “The Ins And Outs of Clearances . . . Celebrities And More” at the recently concluded 2011 Licensing International Expo. The seminar sought to address the important issues to consider when using a celebrity’s name, image, likeness or works to promote a product or company. The[...]
Fame Appeal reports “Christian Louboutin recently filed suit [i]n federal court in Manhattan against Yves Saint Laurent over their use of red soled heels. Louboutin claims Yves Saint Laurent is selling shoes with red soles that are “virtually identical” to its own. Louboutin is seeking an injunction against the sale[...]
If you are visiting UDUAK LAW FIRM blog for the first time and are unsure about what Trademark Infringements are all about click to get a well rounded view and discussion on the legal nuances of Trademark law specific to the USA. Otherwise, read the brewing story on Jay-Z. “Jay-Z’s company[...]