Taylor Swift’s Trademark Strategy Against Generative AI and the Future of Likeness Protection
So we all read the headlines, right? Taylor Swift’s latest trademark strategy is smart not because trademark law is a magic shield, but because…
Building an Effective Legal Operations Team in the Fashion Industry
The fashion industry, with its fast-paced evolution and global market reach, demands a dynamic and well-organized legal operations team. Effective legal operations are essential…
Fast Beauty Giants and Greenwashing: The Struggle to Get Sustainability Marketing Right
Up until a few years ago, we were informed that the world was reeling under the pressures of fast fashion. Today, it appears that…
Fashion and Cultural Appropriation : Legal and Ethical Considerations
Cultural Appropriation in Fashion: A Historical Perspective Cultural appropriation, especially in the context of Fashion, is the act of taking elements from another culture,…
Legal Trends in Fashion and Personal Injury: What Lawyers in Both Fields Need to Know
Fashion and personal injury law intersect in surprising ways, affecting both industries significantly. Lawyers specializing in these fields must be aware of emerging legal…
Th(r)ifted: Bridging the Rift in Fashion’s Evolution to Save the Earth
“Where did you get your clothes?” “I thrifted.” The term “thrifted” has gained significant popularity in fashion circles, especially among younger generations and within…
Louis Vuitton vs My Other Bag (2016) : Trademark Lawsuit
Normally, slapping another company’s trademark on your product is a no-go. But there are loopholes! One such loophole involves parody. A recent court case…
Intellectual property rights and fashion: What Cleveland State learners need to know
Understanding intellectual property (IP) rights is crucial for anyone in the fashion industry. IP rights can protect your unique designs and brand identity, ensuring…
Trademark Epiphany in Tiffany v Costco
Case Background The case involves diamond engagement rings sold at Costco using the trademarked term TIFFANY. In November 2012, a customer alerted Tiffany to…
Protecting Intellectual Capital: The Global fight Against Trademark and Patent Trolls
The Global Challenge of Trademark and Patent Trolling In today’s interconnected global marketplace, the phenomenon of trademark and patent trolling has emerged as a…
How Fashion Trends are impacted by the Economy?
It’s been no secret that ever since Covid-19 took over the world the economy has not been great. With rising costs of living, low…
Fendi Adele S.r.l. v. Ashley Reed Trading, Inc. case study
Introduction The case of Fendi Adele S. r. l. v. Ashley Reed Trading, Inc. (2010) illustrates how relevant is the issue of trademark protection…
Airing the Dirty Laundry behind Fashion Companies’ Supply Chains
Fashion, design, and production is often perceived as an attractive and glamorous industry, filled with the best creative minds. Consumers only see the bright…
NFTs and Fashion: Are they NFTreasure or NFTrojans
The fashion industry is known for its adaptiveness and capitalization on the latest trends. May it be biotechnology, activism, or sustainability. Also, art and…
IP And usage Rights For User-Generated Content (UGC)
Introduction In today’s digital age where everyone is armed with a smartphone and social media platforms and online communities thrive, creating, and sharing content…
The Rolex Trademark Case (Rolex Watch USA, Inc. v. Beckertime, LLC)
In a world where creativity converges with commerce, trademarks act as guardian of brand identity. Brands stand for not just garments and accessories but…
Copyright’s tattoo industry dilemma: Miles Davis Tattoo case through an Indian perspective
Various communities used to ink their bodies as a cultural identity. Santhals in West Bengal, Baiga Women cultural tattoos in MP and Labyrinth Ritual…