In this blog, Jocelyn Holtsberry explores the growing disconnect between modern branding aesthetics and current intellectual property law, the limited and often disadvantageous legal avenues available for protecting fonts, and the necessary evolution of the law to intellectual property protections for typeface designs.
Age Verification Laws: Necessary Protection or Free Speech Violation?
In this blog, Tom addresses the rise of social media age verification laws across the country. He argues that these age verification laws can survive First Amendment challenges because of the harmful potential impacts of long-term social media use on children and young adults.
The “Dupe” Dilemma
In this blog, Robby Belt explores how MCoBeauty is testing the boundaries of intellectual property law and why the legal framework surrounding trade dress and consumer confusion needs to evolve to protect innovation and creativity.
Defamed by a Machine
In this blog, Andrew Bridenstine discusses the rise in defamation produced by Artificial Intelligence. Andrew addresses the effects of these false statements on individuals. He argues that the defamation statute should be updated to hold AI companies liable for the misinformation generated by their algorithmic outputs.
Green Patents: Should Sustainability be a Bigger Priority?
In this blog, Wil explores green patent incentives and their strengths and weaknesses. He then considers the legal implications of the incentives and suggests improvements.
Hidden Threats in the Home Office
In this article, Andrew Bridenstine discusses the challenges employers face surrounding trade secrets with the rise of remote work. Andrew addresses the issues that have arisen and the steps courts and companies have taken to mitigate the risks. Andrew suggests practices that employers can implement to ensure their most coveted materials do not fall into the wrong hands.