In the case of Sydney Nicole vs. Alyssa Sheil, a federal district judge ruled that certain vibes and aesthetics can be protected under copyright law. Weintraub attorneys Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler break down this decision and what it means for content creators and brands in the digital age on this episode of The
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The Briefing: Copyright Troll or Rightful Enforcer? 5th Circuit’s Rules In Sports Doc Copyright Case
A motivational passage from Keith Bell’s book, Winning Isn’t Normal, sparks a legal battle after Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin shares it on Twitter. Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler dive into the lawsuit, exploring how the Fifth Circuit’s ruling raises important questions about fair use, copyright enforcement, and Bell’s “serial litigant” status.
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The Briefing: Navigating the Legal Risks for Brands in Social Media Marketing – Part 1 (Archive)
While influencer marketing has become popular in the creator space, it doesn’t come without risks. From IP infringement to FTC compliance, Scott Hervey and Jessica Marlow discuss the key issues surrounding brand endorsement deals in this archive two-part episode of The Briefing.
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The Briefing: Trademark Turbulence – Oakland vs SFO in Trademark Showdown
Oakland’s attempt to rename its airport didn’t take off. On this episode of The Briefing, Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg discuss the trademark dispute between San Francisco and Oakland over airport naming rights.Continue Reading The Briefing: Trademark Turbulence – Oakland vs SFO in Trademark Showdown
The Briefing: Turkey, Trademarks, Copyright, and Cranberry Sauce – IP and Recipes
Tune in to The Briefing’s milestone 200th episode with Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler as they dive into the world of intellectual property and recipes. Can chefs own their culinary creations? Can a recipe be copyrighted? From Turducken trademarks to creative cookbooks, they discuss the legal side of your favorite holiday dishes.Continue Reading The Briefing: Turkey, Trademarks, Copyright, and Cranberry Sauce – IP and Recipes