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OpenAI Sued for Copyright Infringement By Nielsen Over Gracenote
According to a report from Axios, OpenAI has been sued for copyright infringement by Nielsen, the large multinational corporation that owns Gracenote. Notably, Gracenote is one of the leading entertainment metadata providers in the United States. Here, our Florida copyright law attorney provides a more detailed overview of the case. Copyright Infringement Lawsuit: An… Read More »
What is a “Patent Troll”?
The term “patent troll” is a pejorative used to refer to a person or entity that acquires patent rights primarily to enforce them against others through licensing demands or litigation rather than to develop, manufacture, or commercialize any underlying technology. Notably, these persons/entities often target companies with claims of infringement, seeking settlements that are… Read More »
Four Common Mistakes that Can Undermine an IP Audit
An intellectual property audit is a systematic review and evaluation of a company’s intangible assets, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and proprietary data. The objective is to identify what is owned, what is properly protected, and where legal or commercial risks may exist. At Perkins Law – Brand Protection, we are proud to… Read More »
Top Strategies to Develop and Protect Your Brand
Branding matters. A brand is how companies can distinguish themselves and communicate their message to their target audience. Developing and protecting a brand can make a big difference. At Perkins Law — Brand Protection, we provide comprehensive legal guidance and support to companies and organizations in Florida. Here, our Florida brand protection attorney highlights… Read More »
Proposed CLEAR Act Would Create New Notification Requirements for AI Training and Copyright Protected Work
On February 11th, 2026, a bipartisan group of lawmakers in the House of Representatives introduced the Copyright Labeling and Ethical AI Reporting (CLEAR) Act. The legislation seeks to create new federal notification requirements that must be followed by generative AI companies that engage in training using copyright protected works. Here, our Florida copyright lawyer… Read More »
Internet Celebrity Mr. Beast Settles Trade Secret Dispute With Former IT Employee
On February 11th, 2026, Bloomberg Law News reported that Mr. Beast (Jimmy Donaldson) has agreed to settle a trade secret dispute with one of his former information technology (IT) workers (Leroy Nabers). The ultra-famous internet star’s company had accused the employee of misappropriating a legally protected trade secret. Here, our Boca Raton trade secret… Read More »
Supreme Court Will Hear Patent Infringement Dispute Over “Skinny Label”
In January of 2026, Reuters reported that the Supreme Court of the United States agreed to hear a patent infringement case over a so-called “skinny label.” The controversy in question is centered around the drug Vascepa. The case is Hikma v. Amarin. Within this article, our Florida patent infringement attorney provides a more comprehensive… Read More »
How a Florida IP Lawyer Can Help With a Trademark Clearance Search
You need the proper plan before you make a major investment into a new brand. Trademark rights are valuable. It is generally not a good idea to invest into a brand where the trademark rights are not available, or worse, could lead to you facing an infringement claim. A thorough trademark clearance search is… Read More »
What is the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act (PERA Act)?
Federal lawmakers are considering reform of United States patent law. The Patent Eligibility Restoration Act (PERA Act) is proposed legislation that would clarify key aspects of American patent law. It has bipartisan support, but it has not yet been signed into law. In this article, our Florida patent law litigation attorney provides an overview… Read More »
Why Are Trade Secrets So Valuable
A trade secret is information that derives independent economic value from not being generally known or readily ascertainable by others. In order to qualify for protection, the owner of a trade secret must take reasonable measures to keep the information confidential. Trade secrets can be a very valuable form of intellectual property (IP). At… Read More »