David Baker
Monsters & Mortals Not to Be Confused with Monster Energy Drinks
TTAB allows federal registration for computer game despite opposition. In a recent trademark dispute that has significant implications...
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David Baker
- Aug 27
- 2 min
PRACTICAL IP. World Intellectual Property Organization (aka WIPO)
There is no international IP police force, but WIPO is a step in the right direction. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)...
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David Baker
- Aug 26
- 3 min
California Takes Lead on Website Accessibility Standards
In a significant development this summer, the California Assembly's Judiciary Committee shook up the legal landscape for businesses with...
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David Baker
- Aug 25
- 2 min
SCOTUS: U.S. Trademark Law Only Protects U.S. Trademarks
Supreme Court rules against extraterritorial enforcement for trademark infringement. Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court addressed the issue...
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David Baker
- Aug 23
- 2 min
AI as Artist, Federal Court Not Impressed
In a landmark decision handed down on August 18, 2023, a judge delivered a ruling with potentially far-reaching consequences for the...
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David Baker
- Aug 17
- 2 min
Amazon’s LOTR ‘Rings of Power’ Series Was Bad. The Lawsuit Over the Series Was Even Worse.
Earlier this week, a California federal judge delivered a verdict with profound implications for writers and creatives alike. On August...
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David Baker
- Aug 16
- 2 min
IP FAQ - What does the law consider a business trade secret?
The definition of a trade secret can vary slightly depending on the jurisdiction, but in general, a trade secret is any valuable...
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David Baker
- Aug 10
- 2 min
TACO TUESDAY is Free for All!
To use. The TACO TUESDAY trademark is no longer registered to Taco John’s. Taco John’s, the regional chain known for trademarking "Taco...
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David Baker
- Aug 9
- 2 min
IP FAQ - What is a UDRP proceeding and when would I need one?
A UDRP proceeding refers to the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy, which is a process established by the Internet Corporation...
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David Baker
- Aug 3
- 2 min
IP FAQ - How long does copyright protection last?
Copyright protection duration varies depending on the country and the type of work. In general, copyright protection lasts for the...
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David Baker
- Aug 1
- 2 min
Twitter gets X’ed
Elon Musk brings odd fascination for 24th letter to popular social media platform. In a surprising move, Twitter's iconic blue bird logo...
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David Baker
- Jul 27
- 2 min
IP FAQ - How should I use my trademark so as to strengthen it?
Using your trademark in a consistent and effective manner can help strengthen its distinctiveness and brand recognition. Here are some...
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David Baker
- Jul 25
- 2 min
Twitter Rebrands: Elon Musk Replaces Bird with "X"
In a surprising move, Twitter's iconic blue bird logo is set to be replaced by a black-and-white "X" as part of a significant rebranding...
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David Baker
- Jul 24
- 1 min
SDCC2023 Survives Writers' & Actors' Strikes
Reports of the demise of San Diego Comic Con (as the following photos may attest) were greatly exaggerated. And while it certainly wasn't...
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David Baker
- Jul 13
- 1 min
SDCC2023 - Artist Rusty Sherrill
With San Diego Comic-Con just a week away, I’m looking forward to seeing many old friends and making some new ones along the way. I...
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David Baker
- Jul 11
- 4 min
San Diego Comic-Con vs. Salt Lake City Comic Con – The Trademark Lawsuit
Did you know San Diego Comic-Con owns a federal trademark registration for the name? And that it filed a federal court lawsuit to enforce...
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David Baker
- Jul 10
- 2 min
SDCC2023 Event Guide Is Out!
Better start planning your schedule and packing your snacks now Ready or not, SDCC2023 has released the schedule for the upcoming popular...
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David Baker
- Jul 7
- 3 min
Mr. ChatBot Goes to San Diego
AI suggests how to avoid IP infringement when writing 'fan fiction' With San Diego Comic-Con 2023 just around the corner, I thought it...
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David Baker
- Jun 19
- 5 min
SCOTUS misplaces sense of humor
Court rules for Jack Daniels in “parody” dog toy trademark infringement case Everyone loves dogs, right? Many folks enjoy a well-aged...
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David Baker
- Jun 15
- 6 min
R.I.P. John Romita, Sr.
John Romita Sr. passed away this week. And comic book fans already miss him. As his millions of fans worldwide already know, Romita was a...
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