Baking a Brand? Make Sure the Name Is Yours
A popular TikTok baker recently found herself in the middle of a trademark dispute over her company name. She had…
The FCC Equal Time Rule: Why Late-Night Political Interviews Keep Triggering Controversy
This article explains how FCC political broadcasting law applies to candidate appearances on late-night television programs. FCC Rules on Candidates…
Super Bowl LX: Patriots vs. Seahawks, Halftime Hits, and Trademark Do’s and Don’ts
Super Bowl season is almost here, and with it comes big plays, big performances, and big temptation. This year, the…
The Anthropic Settlement Rejection: What Content Creators and Media Companies Need to Know
Recently, a federal judge rejected a $1.5 billion copyright settlement between Anthropic and a class of authors and publishers. The…
Why Taylor Swift Owning Her Masters Is a Big Deal for Copyright, Control, and Creative Rights
Taylor Swift’s decision to re-record her early albums was a high-profile act of defiance and a significant legal move with…
Shareholder Carrie Ward Appointed to Earp Cohn’s Executive Committee!
We are thrilled to announce that Carrie A. Ward has been appointed to Earp Cohn’s Executive Committee. This well-earned recognition…
Trademark Showdown: Lady Gaga’s “Mayhem” Meets Surf Culture in Legal Wipeout
Pop superstar Lady Gaga might be riding high on the charts with her new album “Mayhem,” but she’s now caught…
Déjà Vu in the Dome: Chiefs and Eagles Face Off Again in Super Bowl LIX
Picture the NFL’s biggest showdown, in one of the most vibrant cities in the world, inviting a Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper…
Why Bruno Won’t Be Buying Miley Flowers: A Copyright Discord
Pop music is no stranger to drama, but this latest dispute has a particularly catchy hook. In September 2024, Tempo…
What’s in a Name? Plenty, if You Are Saquon Barkley
Saquon Barkley, the Philadelphia Eagles running back who signed a three-year $37.8 million contract earlier this year, recently applied with…