Following through with Corporate Social Responsibility Written by Guest Author, Summer Law Clerk Kendall Mabry 61% of consumers say they would switch to a brand that is more environmentally friendly than their current brand of choice. 70% are willing to spend more...
Month: August 2019
Makaziwe Mandela Wins the Jacksonville University’s Global Citizen Award
Nelson Mandela told her, “Your ambition has to be better than that of your parents.” Today, Dr. Makaziwe Mandela is building on her father’s work of inclusion and equality. Her remarks when accepting the Jacksonville University’s Global Citizen Award were inspiring...
Banana Costume Protectable by Copyright, Preliminary Injunction Upheld on A-Peel
Written by Guest Author, Marks Gray Associate Logan McEwen On August 1, 2019, the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals issued its opinion in Silvertop Associates Inc., dba Rasta Imposta v. Kangaroo Manufacturing Inc., 2019 WL 3484240. At issue was whether the...
Court Rules Inaccuracies in a Copyright Application Invalidates the Registration
When it comes to the law, details matter. You need to ensure the accuracy of all information you provide when registering a trademark or filing for copyright. Otherwise, you could find the legal protection of your mark or creative work invalidated due to a...
Marks Gray Supports Communities in Schools Organization
Marks Gray is proud to support Communities in Schools with needed supplies for students. This non-profit organization serves thousands of struggling students in our community by providing school supplies and positive adult role models to empower students to stay in...
Four IP Tips For Expanding Your Business Globally
Are you ready to take your business to international markets? This is exciting, but it can also feel daunting. Introducing your business to markets in other countries opens the door for many potential problems — including intellectual property theft. Trademark and...
Video: How to Prepare for My Consular Processing Interview
Giselle Carson shares information about preparing for your consular processing interview. And she reminds you to relax, be yourself, and smile! Have a great interview. Watch the video.
New Rule for Foreign Trademark Applicants and Registrants Begins on August 3rd
Quick reminder: the new rule regarding representation for foreign trademark applications and registrations goes into effect on August 3rd, 2019. Recently, I shared the news that all applicants, registrants, and other parties residing outside of the United States are...