Episodes

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April 29, 2022

The Case of the Stolen Ampersand and the (Non)Protectability of Fonts

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss an intellectual property dispute between a typeface designer and Banana Republic, over the retailer’s use of a stylized ampersand design. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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April 22, 2022

SCOTUS Issues First IP Ruling of 2022 in Unicolors, Inc. v. H&M Hennes & Maurits, LP

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss the Supreme Court’s first intellectual property ruling of 2022. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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April 15, 2022

March Madness Marketing Rebounds With a New Twist

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss how marketing practices changed for the March Madness tournament this year, and what that meant for athletes. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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April 7, 2022

Supreme Court Petitioned to Overturn 8th Circuit’s Holding on Architectural Plans that Upends “Standard Marketing Practices” in Real Estate Industry

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss the 8th Circuit’s opinion on copyright protection for architectural plans that could uphend “standard marketing practices” in Real Estate. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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March 31, 2022

Cookie Co’s Motion to Dismiss Trademark Lawsuit by Restaurant Crumbles

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a trademark dispute between a restaurant and a craft cookie maker, over the use of similar marks for cookies. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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March 25, 2022

Heirs of Evel Knievel Clearly Do Not Have a Friend in Disney

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedodiscuss a dispute between the heirs of Evel Knievel and Disney, over claims of similarities between the late daredevil and the “Toy Story 4” character Duke Caboom. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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March 17, 2022

Hermès Attempts to Bag Digital Creator Selling MetaBirkin NFTs

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a Trademark dispute between luxury retailer Hermès and a digital artist over his creation of Birkin Bag NFTs. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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March 10, 2022

Copyright Office Rejects Application for A.I. Created Art Work

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss the U.S. Copyright Office’s refusal to register a copyright for a piece of artwork created by Artificial Intelligence. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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March 3, 2022

Nike Tries to Stomp Out StockX’s Attempt to Sell NFTs of Nike Sneakers

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss Nike’s attempt to stop StockX from selling NFT’s of Nike sneakers. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Feb. 24, 2022

If a Photograph is Infringed But No One Sees it, is it Still Infringement?

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a photographer’s copyright infringement lawsuit against a travel website that stored his image on a webpage where it’s unlikely to be viewed by the public. Watch this episode on the Weintraub Youtube channel, here.
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Feb. 17, 2022

More NFT Confusion: Art Collector Files Lawsuit to Establish Right to Turn Painting into NFT

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss an art collector’s attempt to turn a painting that was purchased into a series of NFTs, and the artist’s estate’s effort to stop it. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Feb. 10, 2022

Sponsored Post Lands Beauty Influencer in Trademark Infringement Lawsuit

In this episode of The Briefing from by IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a trademark infringement lawsuit that was filed against a beauty influencer for a sponsored post she shared on social media. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Feb. 3, 2022

Federal Judge Holds Swiss Cheese Makers’ Claim to Gruyere Full of Holes

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss the exclusive right to control the use of Gruyere for cheeses in the U.S. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Feb. 1, 2022

Jack’s Lawsuit Against FTX is Back in the Box

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo provide an update on the legal dispute between fast-food chain Jack in the Box and cryptocurrency exchange FTX. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Jan. 27, 2022

Copyright Cases to Watch in 2022

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo talk about copyright cases to look out for in 2022. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Jan. 20, 2022

Miami Dolphins Coach Plays Defense Against Sports Psychologist’s Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a copyright dispute between a sports psychologist and a Miami Dolphins assistant coach. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube Channel, here.
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Jan. 12, 2022

YouTube Removes 150 Videos from Popular AniTuber’s Channel

In this episode of The Briefing from the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a copyright dispute which led to the removal of three years worth of content from a popular anime YouTuber’s channel. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Jan. 5, 2022

Supreme Court Boots Australian Boot Maker’s Appeal for Attempting to Use Ugg’s Trademark

In this episode of The Briefing from the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a trademark dispute between UGG and an Australian shoemaker who attempted to sell a boot called “UGG”. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Dec. 30, 2021

Trouble in House of Gucci: Does the Family Have a Claim Following Release of New Film?

In this episode of The Briefing from the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo say family members behind the fashion powerhouse Gucci may take legal action following the release of the film, House of Gucci. Watch this episode on the Weintraub Vimeo channel, here.
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Dec. 22, 2021

Lord of The Rings Author’s Estate Clings to its Precious Trademark, Blocking JRR Token

In this episode of The Briefing from the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a trademark dispute between the Lord of The Rings author’s estate and the cryptocurrency JRR Token. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Dec. 16, 2021

Say NFT Again – I Dare You: Miramax Sues Quentin Tarantino Over Plans to Sell “Pulp Fiction” NFT

In this episode of the Briefing from the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a legal dispute between Miramax and Quentin Tarantino, over his efforts to sell “Pulp Fiction” themed NFTs. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Dec. 10, 2021

Cleveland Now Has Two Guardians: The Baseball Team and the Roller Derby Team Settle Their Case and Agree to Joint Use

In this episode of The Briefing from the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss an update in the trademark legal battle between the Cleveland Guardians Baseball and Roller Derby teams. Watch the episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Dec. 3, 2021

Jack in the Box Pops a Spring Over Mascot Trademark Dilution

In this episode of the Briefing from the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a trademark dispute between Jack in the Box and cryptocurrency marketplace FTX. Jack in the Box claims that FTX’s new mascot is too similar to theirs. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.
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Nov. 24, 2021

DMCA: The Right to Repair and More New Exemptions

In this episode of the Briefing from the IP Law Blog, Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss the U.S. Copyright Office’s new exemptions to the DMCA. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel, here.