basketball.jpgIPNews® – On the verge of the first perfect season in college basketball in almost 40 years, the University of Kentucky is trying to defeat opposition off the court as well. 

The University recently sent a cease and desist letter to 40-0, LLC, which filed a U.S. Trademark Application for “40-0” in relation to apparel in February of this year.  Should Kentucky complete the historic season over the next few days, a new battle may begin.  To continue reading, click:  Kentucky Fights for “40-0” Season and Trademark

Teddy bear.jpgIPNews® – A Los Angeles Federal court ruled that Seth McFarlane’s “Ted” does not constitute as a copyright infringement of “Charlie” another wild teddy bear.

“Ted” the vulgar teddy bear movie star was claimed to be a copyright infringement by a production company famous for also portraying a not-so-cuddly bear.  A federal Judge ruled that McFarlane and his production company were not guilty of copyright infringement over their bear “Ted.”     To continue reading, click:  Seth McFarlane Sued Over Alleged “Ted” Copyright Infringement

iphone-apps.jpgIPNews® – Apple has been granted a patent that would allow two users to collaborate on the same app in real time.

Apple’s latest patent allows two or more iPhone or iPad users to interact with the same app in real time and collaborate together.  In addition, Facetime would allow users to talk while simultaneously viewing and working within an app. To continue reading, click:  Apple’s Latest Patent To Allow App Sharing In Real Time

music-sheet.jpgIPNews® – “Blurred Lines” is Robin Thicke’s biggest hit to date, however the song was found to violate Marvin Gaye’s copyrighted song “Got to Give it Up”.   

Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams are to pay over $7 million to Marvin Gaye’s children for violation of copyright law.  Thicke and his representatives tried to convince the court that the two songs were not as similar as they were alleged to be, however the jury did not agree.  To continue reading, click:  Copyright Infringement Costs Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams $7 Million

football.jpgIPNews® – Jameis Winston, who is the likely number one NFL draft pick, is looking to trademark his nickname “Famous Jameis.”

Jameis Winston was nicknamed “Famous Jameis” long before his outstanding college football career.  Winston is hoping for a better rookie season than another recent heisman trophy winner, Johnny Manziel, who also sought trademark protection prior to his career.  To continue reading, click:  Winston Files Trademark for “Famous Jameis”

shark.jpgIPNews® – The battle over “Left Shark” is not over as Katy Perry’s lawyers have moved the scuffle into the realm of Trademarks.

The battle over the Super Bowl’s “Left Shark” did not end once copyright applications were submitted.  Katy Perry’s lawyers have now turned to Trademark Applications of several shark-related terms as a method to control the phrase and products related to it.    To continue reading, click:  Katy Perry Files Trademark for “Left Shark”

Qualcomm.pngIPNews® – Qualcomm was recently fined $975 million for being in violation of China’s anti-monopoly law related to patent licensing.

As the primary producer of smartphone chips and related technology, Qualcomm allegedly abused its dominant position to receive additional terms from licensees.  Qualcomm has responded to the investigation by easing its patent licensing terms. To continue reading, click:  China Fines Qualcomm And Demands Patent Re-licensing

shark.jpgIPNews® – A legal debate over copyright ownership of the dancing “Left Shark” from the Super Bowl half time show has gone viral.   

Katy Perry’s alleged ownership over her half-time shark intellectual property has created a stir as sellers of related products are fighting back in response to the legal claims.  The debate heated up after Perry’s lawyers sent a cease and desist letter and the recipient’s response was posted to the Internet.  To continue reading, click:  Who Owns The Copyright To Left Shark?

sound-speaker.jpgIPNews® – Taylor Swift is seeking trademark protection for many of her song lyrics, including “Nice To Meet You, Where You Been?”, “This Sick Beat”, and “Party Like It’s 1989.” 

Filing trademark applications to protect song lyrics isn’t completely new.  However, it is somewhat uncommon and may start a trend among musicians seeking new revenue streams due to declining music sales.  To continue reading, click: Taylor Swift Seeks to Trademark her Song Lyrics

satellite-dish.jpgIPNews® – A scuffle between Dish Network and Fox made its way to the U.S. District court due to an alleged copyright infringement over DVR ad skipping.

Dish Network’s “Hopper” Package is great for consumers yet a headache for Fox.  The U.S. District Court ruled in favor of Dish by stating that ad-skipping alone is not a copyright violation.  To continue reading, click:  Fox Claims that Dish Network’s Ad Skipping is Copyright Infringement