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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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Nike, Satan Shoes and Lesson on Trademark Enforcement

Nike's lawsuit has given me a great opportunity to discuss trademark rights, infringement and enforcement. 
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Lady A, Taylor Swift and The Importance of a Trademark Search

This summer, two popular musical acts, Lady A (formerly Lady Antebellum) and Taylor Swift, have engaged in behavior that has shown us the importance of trademark law.
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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 me with the perfect opportunity to discuss trademark’s intent-to-use basis.
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