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Bloggers provide insight into various national, regional and international laws, regulations and court decisions that affect IP and brand protection activities. Learn how companies are dealing with litigation and other legal issues while protecting their IP and brand assets.
How Far Can Trademark Suits Go?
2008 has been a year for frivolous trademark lawsuits. This one, however, may be the most ridiculous: Jones Day is suing Blackshopper (an online real estate transaction reporter) for linking to the bio pages of two Jones Day associates in an article about their recent purchase. Eric Goldman follows this bizarre case.
Nintendo Wii Takes an IP Hit
It appears that some of the technology that powers the Wiimote of the Nintendo Wii may be patent- protected – by another company. Now that company (Motiva) thinks it's entitled to some sort of compensation. Patent Arcade follows the story.
Piracy Site Asks Canadian Government to Check Its Own Legality
A Canadian bit torrent site has asked the Canadian court system to rule on its own legality. David Canton follows this important precedent.
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