The USPTO and US Federal Circuit weigh in on a trademark case involving Sazerac’s Fireball and Bullshine Distillery’s Firebull.
Intellectual Property
The Great 8 Trademark Debate
In the world of sports merchandising, branding, and trademarks, who is the great 8, and who should be able to derive economic value from the number 8?
Trade Secrets and MedTech: IP in the News
The decision in a lawsuit involving Insulet’s Omnipod insulin pumps provides a vivid reminder on the value of trade secrets and the need to protect them.
Patents and Packaging: IP in the News
When it comes to patents, be careful what you say, who you say it to and when you say it.
Nemphos Braue Named Top Winner for Best Law Firm
For the 4th year in a row, readers voted Nemphos Braue as Best Law Firm for Mergers & Acquisitions and Intellectual Property.
“Zero” Patents – IP Case Involving Coke Zero
The sweetener found in a popular soda is the subject of a recent court case.
Nemphos Braue Nominated for Best Law Firm
The voting period is open now for The Daily Record’s Reader Rankings.
US Trademark Registration: Principal or Supplemental?
Filing a trademark? Descriptive or ornamental marks may be registered on the US supplemental register.
IP and Copyright News: The Miles Davis Photograph Saga
IP Attorney Michael Antone weighs in on the court case involving a tattoo of Miles Davis.
Dwayne Johnson’s Acquisition of “The Rock” Trademarks: A Legal Analysis
While specific details of the transaction remain undisclosed, such acquisitions typically involve negotiations between the parties regarding the scope of the trademark rights, financial considerations, and ongoing usage rights.
Increased Scamming on US Trademarks
Scammers are now calling US trademark owners and either offering services that are not needed or pretending to be the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and requesting payment.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and IP – Creator, Infringer, Neither or Both?
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) continues to have an evolving impact on the intellectual property landscape.
Trade Dress Infringement Involving Old Bay
A local company produced a product to parody McCormick & Co.’s Old Bay packaging.
Get Kraken on Securing IP Rights
For the NHL Winter Classic, the Seattle Kraken decided to wear jerseys commemorating the Seattle Metropolitans – but there was a trademark problem.
A Corporate Law Firm Supporting Entrepreneurs
A legal advisor can be a strategic partner to help avoid possible minefields and set up a startup for success.
Big Tech and IP: Google, Twitter, Trademarks and Patents
Lessons abound when it comes to intellectual property cases involving big names in tech.
Copyright Infringement Insights: Ed Sheeran and Getty Images
IP in the news: Our IP attorney provides insights on copyright infringement cases involving Ed Sheeran’s music and Getty Images.
Trademark Troubles for the Washington Football Team
IP News: Likelihood of confusion over the “Commanders” name results in a refusal of the Washington team’s trademark application.
New IP Resources Added
From trademarks and trade secrets to copyrights, patents and licensing, our expert attorneys provide legal counsel and guidance on IP matters.
Nemphos Braue Once Again Named Best Law Firm for Intellectual Property and M&A
The Daily Record’s Reader Rankings for 2023 are in – and Nemphos Braue is a winner for Best Law Firm!
Jack Daniel’s and Bad Spaniels: When Parody Becomes Costly
VIP Products introduced a squeaky, chewable dog toy designed to look like a bottle of Jack Daniel’s whiskey. The Supreme Court has weighed in.
Should AI be Recognized as an Inventor on Patents?
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and intellectual property raises many legal questions – and the answers aren’t yet clearly defined.
The Unitary Patent is Coming to Europe June 1, 2023 – Are You Ready?
The UPCA affects the patent rights of ALL patent owners with patents granted by the European Patent Office (EPO) and patent applicants with pending applications in the EPO. If you are a current EP patent owner, the time to act is NOW.
What’s in a Name? The Prince Brand Lives On
In addition to trademarking his name symbol, Prince’s song “Purple Rain” was the subject of legal action.
Funds Available Through Maryland Industrial Partnerships (MIPS)
MIPS provides matching funds to Maryland-based companies to help pay for university research. Proposal deadline is May 1, 2023.
Michael Antone to Host IP Webinar
Join us for an upcoming webinar: The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Intellectual Property – Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents and More.
Intellectual Property Trivia
Think you know IP? Test your intellectual property knowledge with IP trivia and interesting tidbits about copyrights, trademarks, patents and more.
Important Notice Regarding 3-Month Response for Trademarks
US Trademark update/reminder: The 3-month response period goes into effect December 1, 2022.
Jmore 2022 Innovation in Healthcare Event
Nemphos Braue was proud to help celebrate incredible accomplishments and advancements in an area that matters to each and every one of us – healthcare.
Voted Best Law Firm
Nemphos Braue has once again been voted the Top Winner and Best Law Firm for Mergers & Acquisitions and Intellectual Property by The Daily Record’s 2022 Reader Rankings.
Michael Antone Shares IP Info for Entrepreneurs
In launching your business, imagine having all your hard work mitigated by one misstep – not protecting your intellectual property. Michael Antone’s recent article in Maryland Inno provides important info for entrepreneurs.
Some Patent Eligibility Relief May Finally Be on the Way
U.S. Registered Patent Attorney Michael Antone shares insights into the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2022, a bill recently introduced in the U.S. Senate
Nemphos Braue Named Best Law Firm in 2022 Reader Rankings
Nemphos Braue has once again been voted best law firm for Intellectual Property and Mergers and Acquisitions in The Daily Record’s Reader Rankings.
What to do BEFORE the Acquisition
Providing insights and perspective from the deal-making frontlines, Bill Lenihan, Industry Leader at Hartman Executive Advisors, and George Nemphos, Co-Founder and Managing Member of Nemphos Braue, offered up details on what they’re seeing in the red-hot acquisition marketplace.
Telehealth News Roundup – January 2022
As Nemphos Braue continues to support clients in the telehealth industry, the topic continues to make headlines — not only in the throes of a pandemic, but also as technology meets patients where they are.
Nemphos Braue Adds Intellectual Property Attorney Michael Antone
Addressing the increased demand for intellectual property (IP) services, Nemphos Braue LLC announces the newest addition to its law firm – U.S. Registered Patent Attorney Michael Antone.
Top Winner for Best Law Firm
We’re celebrating! The Daily Record has awarded Nemphos Braue as the Top Winner for its 2021 Reader Rankings in two categories for legal services.
2021 Winner for The Daily Record’s Reader Rankings Awards
Nemphos Braue has been named best lawyer in Maryland for mergers and acquisitions and intellectual property by The Daily Record’s Reader Rankings 2021.
Nemphos Braue Named Top M&A and Intellectual Property Firm
Nemphos Braue is thrilled to announce that we have been selected as the best Mergers and Acquisitions firm, as well as the best Intellectual property firm by Maryland’s The Daily Record! After a voting process among nominees across the state, we are honored to be...
Nemphos Braue Named Best Law Firm!
The votes are in and The Daily Record has announced that Nemphos Braue was selected as the Best Law Firm- Intellectual Property, and a winner in the new category Best Law Firm- Mergers & Acquisitions, in its annual Reader Rankings survey. Each year, readers of The...
Selected Best Law Firm – The Daily Record’s Reader Rankings
We are proud to announce that we have been selected as the Top Law Firm for Mergers & Acquisitions as well as Top Law Firm for Intellectual Property in the Maryland Daily Record's Reader Rankings. The Mergers & Acquisitions category is new this year. The Daily...
NB Law Wins Award at Daily Record Reader Rankings
We are so excited to announce that Nemphos Braue has won “Best Law Firm, Intellectual Property” in The Daily Record’s 2018 Reader Rankings! As a business/corporate boutique, NB Law works hand in hand with our clients to help...
Nemphos Braue Top Lawyers – Daily Record Reader Rankings
We're happy to announce that Nemphos Braue has been selected as one of the Top 3 winners in the Best Law Firm-Intellectual Property Category for the Daily Record Reader Rankings. Thank you for your support during the voting process!
