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Trademarks
A global injunction issued by Canada’s Supreme Court is consistent with the US’s First Amendment, according to WIPR readers. 7 August 2017
Trademarks
As the curtain came down on a glittering career this weekend, eight-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt may seek to capitalise on his trademark portfolio and brand image post-retirement, according to lawyers. 7 August 2017
Copyright
The alleged founder of streaming website KickAss Torrents has been properly charged with criminal copyright infringement, a US judge has said. 7 August 2017
Copyright
The copyright infringement case brought by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals on behalf of a monkey is nearing its conclusion after a joint motion to stay the appeal was filed. 7 August 2017
Trademarks
The sale of grey market goods can be treated as a criminal offence, according to the UK’s highest court. 7 August 2017
Patents
The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has crushed a patent covering a blender in a battle between two homeware appliance companies, in a decision on Friday, August 4. 7 August 2017
Patents
GE has sued a wind turbine manufacturer for patent infringement relating to the technology that powers its machines. 4 August 2017
Trademarks
Clothing company Under Armour has won its trademark infringement case in China against Uncle Martian, winning approximately $300,000 in damages. 4 August 2017
Copyright
The US Senate has confirmed the appointment of Vishal Amin as the next IP Enforcement Coordinator. 4 August 2017
Trademarks
Musical instrument maker Gibson has taken on a rival in the US, accusing the company of infringing three of its guitar trademarks. 4 August 2017
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