A local company produced a product to parody McCormick & Co.’s Old Bay packaging.
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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!
Welcome Corporate Associate Michelle Varkey
Bringing experience from large law firms, corporations, hospitals, and state and local organizations, Michelle Varkey joins Nemphos Braue LLC as its newest Corporate Associate.
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.
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George Nemphos Honored for Leadership in Law
A testament to his dedication to the practice of law, as well as an ongoing commitment to the community and clients, George Nemphos was recently honored by The Daily Record.
Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute Panel Features Lauren Ziegler
Lauren joined presenters for the “Purposeful Leadership” panel, which was part of the Institute’s Professional Leadership Program for Women.
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?
