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Small batch fee exemptions
ABCL Section 107-a provides for an exemption from the fee for brand label registration for liquor, beer, and cider produced …
Beer and wine products sold in “soft pouches”
Brand labels cannot contain any statement, design, device or representation that is likely to mislead the consumer. In the view …
New Jersey school districts defending bullying case can possibly seek contribution from student accused of bullying and parents
In New Jersey, school districts defending a bullying case can seek contribution from the students accused of bullying and their …
Military trademarks are a No-No
The U.S. military has a strong trademark portfolio. A few of the trademarks owned by the Marines, Army, and Navy …
Changes in Canadian Trademark Law that may affect your brand protection
Currently, Canada is a use-based system where trademarks have to be used in Canadian commerce to be registered (or used …
Open for business: the PTO offers a fast and low-cost shot at invalidating business method patents
A new procedure called the Covered Business Method Review (CBM) was created by the America Invents Act, and it allows …
Trademark squatters beware: ITU trademark applications generally can’t be assigned
Section 10 (a) (1) of the Lanham Act, also referred to as the anti-assignment provision of the Trademark Act, prohibits …
Various changes in liquor law
Changes to required Information on Brand Labels of Alcoholic Beverage Products Sold in New York State Part One Effective March …
Negotiating a lease? How do you know what your “top number” is for monthly rent?
To be profitable, your rent cannot exceed 10% of your revenues. Rent must include the additional rent you pay such …