Category Archives: Trademark Copyright Infringement
Challenging a Trademark: The Difference Between an Expungement and a Reexamination
You have the right to challenge another party’s trademark on the basis of non-use. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) explains that there are two main options available for this type of trademark challenge: Expungement; and Reexamination. At Perkins Law — Brand Protection, we handle all types of trademark challenges. Within this… 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 »
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 »
Tiger Woods Owned Apparel Line Faces Another Trademark Infringement Claim
According to a report from Front Office Sports, an apparel company owned by golfer Tiger Woods is facing a second trademark infringement lawsuit from a competitor. Puma contends that the Sun Day Red logo is confusingly similar to its own “Leaping Cat” logo. Notably, the Tiger Woods owned company is already facing a trademark… Read More »
Iconic Hip Hop Duo Outkast Files Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Against Atlanta-Based Group
According to a report from Pitchfork, Outkast—the iconic hip hop duo—has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against the Atlanta-based group ATLiens. Outkast contends that the EDM’s group’s name infringes upon their trademark. Notably, the second studio album put out by Outkast was called ATLiens. Within this blog post, our Florida trademark infringement lawyer discusses… Read More »
How to Respond to a Copyright Infringement Notice
The Copyright Act of 1976 is the foundation of American copyright law. It allows people, businesses, and organizations to protect original works of authorship. When one party believes its copyright is being violated, the first step is generally to send an infringement notice. A copyright infringement notice is a type of cease-and-desist letter. Most… Read More »
What Makes a Trademark Distinctive?
A trademark is a unique word, symbol, phrase, or other mark that serves as a source identifier for goods or services. It is a form of intellectual property (IP). However, a trademark can only qualify for protection if it is sufficiently distinctive. Here, our Florida trademark registration attorney provides a more comprehensive overview of… Read More »
Apparel Company Owned By Tiger Woods Face Trademark Dispute
On September 27th, 2024, Golf Monthly reported that an apparel company that is owned by golf star Tiger Woods is facing a trademark dispute. Another business has filed a trademark opposition to challenge a petition by Sun Day Red. Within this article, our Boca Raton trademark infringement lawyer provides an overview of the dispute… Read More »
Supreme Court Rules Copyright Damages May Extend Beyond Statute of Limitations
The Supreme Court of the United States has ruled that copyright damages may extend beyond the statute of limitations. In the case of Warner Chappell Music, Inc. v. Nealy, the court upheld the decision of the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Within this article, our Boca Raton copyright law attorney provides an overview of… Read More »
Supreme Court Will Hear $40+ Million ‘Dewberry’ Trademark Case
On June 24th, 2024, Reuters reported that the Supreme Court of the United States will hear oral arguments in the $40+ million ‘Dewberry’ trademark infringement case. The Dewberry Group and Dewberry Engineers have been locked in a more than ten-year conflict over branding. Here, our Florida trademark infringement lawyer highlights the key issues at… Read More »