Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Our Company’s Patent is Being Infringed On—What Now?
Patents are an important form of intellectual property (IP). Discovering that another party may be infringing on your company’s patent is frustrating. Patent rights exist to protect your innovations—and unauthorized use threatens not only your intellectual property but also your competitive edge and potential revenue. It is imperative that you take a proactive approach…. Read More »
Taylor Swift Facing Copyright Lawsuit from Florida Poet
On April 11th, 2025, Yahoo reported that a poet from Florida has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against pop star Taylor Swift. Florida-based poet Kimberly Marasco is seeking tens of millions of dollars in copyright infringement damages from Taylor Swift based on allegations that the singer used elements of her work without authorization. Here,… Read More »
Restaurant Chain in Florida Sued for Trademark Infringement By Dave & Busters
On March 31st, 2025, the Tampa Bay Times reported that a Florida restaurant chain is facing an intellectual property (IP) lawsuit from the national chain Dave & Busters. Arcade Time USA—a state-based restaurant chain that is headquartered in Miami—is accused of using the trademark protected phrase “Eat Drink Play” without authorization. Here, our Florida… Read More »
Dealing With a Trademark Office Action? Four Tips You Can Use
Did you recently file for trademark registration? If so, you may have run into problems in the form of an office action. Only around half of trademark applications are initially approved—so if you or your business is struggling to get approval, you are certainly not alone. You have options available. It is crucial that… Read More »
Four Things People Get Wrong About Trademark Searches
A trademark is one of the most valuable brand protection tools. It helps companies distinguish their products/services. Before you make a major investment into a trademark, you need to confirm that the path is clear. A trademark search is a very important step to building a strong brand. At Perkins Law — Brand Protection,… Read More »
Trademark Law: What is a Non-Final Office Action?
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) explains that an office action is “an official letter sent by the USPTO. In it, an examining attorney lists any legal problems with your chosen trademark, as well as with the application itself.” Office actions are divided into two broad categories: 1) Non-final and 2) Final…. Read More »
Beware of Trademark Scams (Know the Guidance from the USPTO)
Unfortunately, in our increasingly digital world, the number of scams are not only rising, but they are also becoming more complex. Trademark applications are no exceptions. The United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) has put out official guidance to help people identify and avoid scams and other types of fraud schemes. Here, our… Read More »
Why Brand Protection Matters: Get the Book that Helps You Prevent Costly Mistakes
A brand is the perception and emotional connection that people have with a company, product, or service. It can be shaped by its identity, values, and experiences. Are you building a brand? It is crucial that you know how to develop and protect it. L.A. Perkins is a leading brand protection lawyer in Florida…. Read More »
I Just Got an Office Action from the USPTO—What Should I Do Now?
A trademark is a great way to protect a brand—but, unfortunately, getting a trademark application approved can be more challenging than many people realize. According to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), slightly more than half of initial applications are approved. The other trademark applications will receive an “office action”—which is broadly… Read More »
KFC and Church’s Chicken Settle Trademark Dispute
On December 18th, 2024, Reuters reported that KFC and Church’s Chicken have agreed to settle a trademark dispute over the term “original recipe.” The companies stated that they reached an “amicable” resolution. Within this blog post, our Boca Raton trademark infringement attorney discusses the intellectual property (IP) law controversy in more detail. Fast Food… Read More »