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Marks Gray P.A. Mar 19, 2020 in Announcement
Marks Gray is working diligently to provide legal services and best-in-class client relations throughout the Coronavirus situation. Our offices are currently open and our team remains available in-person, by phone or by email to help you. While the pandemic provides much uncertainty, our commitment to you has not changed. We are mindful of the needs and concerns of our employees and have taken extensive steps to provide a safe working environment in our office locations […]
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Crystal Broughan, Intellectual Property Attorney Mar 19, 2020 in Intellectual Property
I work with many small and medium-sized businesses on a regular basis. It goes without saying that the impact of the COVID-19 virus has been substantial to many small businesses in Florida and throughout the United States. Because of this, the Small Business Development Center at the University of North Florida is trying to get the following message out to as many small businesses in Florida as possible: “Florida small businesses impacted by the Coronavirus […]
Continue ReadingFlorida Courts Taking Actions to Minimize Personal Appearances in Courts Due to COVID-19
Marks Gray P.A. Mar 18, 2020 in News
Marks Gray attorneys and team members to assist clients in navigating temporary restrictions and are working hard to minimize the impact on your important legal work and issues. On Tuesday, March 17, 2020, The Supreme Court of Florida issued an Administrative Order with new instructions to help mitigate the effects of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) on the courts, court participants and the general public. While Courts will continue to hear essential proceedings, the Order suspended legal […]
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Continue ReadingState University of New York Sues Former Students for Using Trademark
Marks Gray Mar 12, 2020 in Intellectual Property
It is no secret that universities have become big brands doing even bigger business. You are also probably not surprised to hear that alumni pride for nearly every well-known university is just as big. But SUNY’s lawsuit against two former students is an illustration of when alumni pride may just cross the line. SUNY Gives Alumni Business a Crash Course on Trademark Infringement Two SUNY alums have been doing business as Triple O Entertainment for […]
Continue ReadingHow Public Pressure to Boycott Backcountry Brand Halted One Trademark Infringement Claim
Crystal Broughan, Intellectual Property Attorney Mar 6, 2020 in Intellectual Property
Last year, on advice from their legal team, Backcountry.com decided to pursue a trademark infringement claim on a small Colorado-based business named Marquette Backcountry Ski. The comparative giant of retail outdoor sports and equipment, Backcountry.com, filed suit against Marquette Backcountry Ski (and a dozen others, actually) for using the term “backcountry” in their name. What Backcountry.com did not consider was public response. Small Business Owner in Colorado Stands His Ground in Court When Backcountry.com sued […]
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