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Fashion Designer Accused of Unreasonably Dangerous Children’s Dress
Clothing designers and manufacturers can be liable for clothing designs that are deemed unreasonably dangerous due to design elements or …
Brand Protection with the New gTLD’s (generic top level domains)
Between 1,400 and 2,000 new gTLD’s will soon hit the internet. They include popular generic search terms like .app, .auto, …
Can Emoticons be Trademarked?
Yes, they can, provided they are used as a source-identifying image for the manufacturer or retailer. So what happens if …
TGI Fridays and Skinnygirl
TGI Fridays has partnered with Skinnygirl® Bare Naked vodka brand to offer a lineup of lower-calorie cocktails. The casual dining …
Attract the Neighborhood Business Crowd
Looking to do something different in 2014 to boost business? Here are some ideas. Connect with your local business community …
Understanding Health Inspections
In cities where health inspection ratings are required to be posted, the number awarded will undoubtedly impact your bottom line. …
Whiskey Aging during a Barrel Shortage
Great whiskey needs time to mellow in wood barrel casks. However, there is an ongoing barrel shortage as some U.S. …
2014 Tax Survival Guide
Due Dates for Businesses Due Date Extended Date Action Required 1/31 N/A Forms 1098, 1099, W-2 to be furnished to …
Ketel One v. Arcadia Dutchcraft
There is a trademark dispute between national brands Diageo NA and Arcadia Center involving vodka product packaging and claims of …