The Briefing by Weintraub Tobin

In The Briefing by Weintraub Tobin, intellectual property attorney Scott Hervey and his guests discuss current IP issues related to trademark, copyright, and entertainment, as well as IP litigation and intellectual property in the news.

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Beyond the Hashtag: FTC Revises Guidelines for Endorsement Use in Advertising

Posted January 19, 202400:08:07

The FTC recently made changes to its guide concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.

The Protectability of Short Phrases (Archive)

Posted January 12, 202400:06:27

While iconic catchphrases from TV and film can hold significant equity, protection of them can be spotty.

IP Rights and the “Public Good” Exemption to California’s Anti-SLAPP Law: An Update

Posted January 5, 202400:13:19

In the case of Martinez v. Zoom Info Technologies, the Ninth Circuit addressed the “Public Interest” exemption to California’s anti-SLAPP law....

Merry Litigation: All I Want for Christmas is a Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

Posted December 22, 202300:06:37

Country singer Andy Stone, A.K.A Vince Vance, has renewed his lawsuit against Mariah Carey, which claims that her holiday hit ‘All I Want for Christmas...

Jingle Brawl: The Battle for ‘Queen of Christmas’

Posted December 15, 202300:04:25

Mariah Carey has widely been referred to by fans as the ‘Queen of Christmas,’ but when she attempted to trademark the title last year, it was met...