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WATCH: Corporations Question: Is Our Brand Racist?
Best Lawyers
Two thought leaders join the CEO of Best Lawyers to discuss the legal considerations major brands and sports franchises are facing as pressure mounts to eliminate culturally insensitive mascots, names and brand identities.
Understanding the Benefits of Copyright Registration
Maria Crimi Speth & Aaron Haar
If you aren't registering your copyrights with the United States Copyright Office, you're missing out on additional protections.
David Ackert's Top Advice on Social Media and Client Prospecting
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The president of Ackert Inc. offers his insights on business development to Best Lawyers following the 2019 Legal Marketing Association Annual Conference.
Technology and the Changing IP Climate in Mexico
Best Lawyers
Roberto Arochi discusses Arochi & Lindner’s 2019 “Law Firm of the Year” award for Intellectual Property Law in Mexico in an interview with Best Lawyers.
The Best Lawyers Voting Process Explained
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Invited to vote? Learn how to submit your ballot and why your vote counts.
Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent
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Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.
Is That Famous Song Protected by Copyright? Maybe Not – and the Change Means Refunds for Some
Michael B. Fein
A guide to navigating copyright claims on famous songs.
New Greek Copyright Law
Kriton Metaxopoulos
The procedure applies only to infringements committed by users who make available to the public and upload content or works for which they do not own/control the copyrights. However, it does not apply to infringements committed by end users by downloading, peer to peer file sharing, streaming, or cloud computing.
Copyright in Cyberspace: Read the Fine Print
Alastair Donaldson
Copyright is an exclusive right to do things like copying, reproduction, performance or communication of subject matter that qualifies for copyright protection.
Protect Two of Your Most Valuable Business Assets: Your Company Name and Important Brand Names
Paul C. Van Slyke
Your company name and important brand names are two types of your most valuable business assets. Without your company name and brand names, consumers and trade buyers would not be able to identify easily (and choose) your goods or services over those of another.
