Californians who are fans of Kid Rock might be interested to learn that the singer is being sued for using the moniker "Greatest Show on Earth" for his upcoming tour. Feld Entertainment, which owns the trademark to the tagline, recently filed a lawsuit against the...
The San Diego Comic-Con currently attracts 130,000 people to its annual convention in California, and a jury decision has affirmed that the term "comic con" is a trademark that belongs to the event's organizers. Comic-Con International had filed a suit in federal...
In business news, California shows continued strength in the franchise restaurant industry. Nekter Juice Bar, a brand based in Santa Ana, set almost a decade ago to refashion the juice bar experience so that it more closely paralleled the powerful feeling generated by...
Trademark counterfeiting and infringement lead to substantial losses for businesses in California and throughout the U.S. each year. Trademark counterfeiting and infringement are especially problematic during the holidays as consumers make more purchases. Trademark...
For generations, the literary works of John Steinbeck have been appreciated by readers in California, but the rights to the author's legacy have been a source of dispute among his heirs for decades. In the most recent legal action, the author's grandchildren lost an...
California fans of the movie Frozen may be interested to learn about a legal dispute that has arisen over the hit song "Let It Go." A Spanish recording artist is suing the company, claiming its melody was taken from his song "Volar." "Volar" was a 2008 song recorded...
Starting a franchise is a great way for people to make a living. There are various steps for entrepreneurs to take to start a franchise, but it is important to remember that while a franchise owner may oversee the day-to-day operations of the business, he or she is...
California residents may play Call of Duty or have heard of the popular video game that features vehicles such as the Humvee. On Nov. 7, AM General filed suit against Activision Blizzard Inc. claiming that it used trademarks in the game without permission. AM General,...
California is known for its robust internet technology sector, and the rise of online content has created new venues where copyright infringement can take place. The case of the American Chemical Society against Sci-Hub illustrates the challenges of stopping...
The core to any business is its clients. In the investment industry, client lists are a hot commodity and most firms treat them as proprietary information, as trade secrets. Last week Morgan Stanley was found guilty of poaching a customer list when it hired a broker...