The Second Lives of Luxury Goods: Trademark Issues Involving Resale, Customization and Upcycling
Read on for a discussion of legal issues arising from the resale, customization, and upcycling of luxury goods.
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Nancy Mertzel
Sep 302 min read
Don’t Play My Song: Legal Issues Regarding Music in Political Campaigns
Playing music during political campaign events creates atmosphere. However, recording artists frequently object to the use of their music.
Nancy Mertzel
Jun 284 min read
Trademarks and Free Speech - “Trump Too Small” Not Registrable
Earlier this month, the US Supreme Court delivered its ruling in the case of Vidal v. Elster. Learn about the impact of this decision
Nancy Mertzel
May 303 min read
Copyright Damages and the Discovery Rule: Warner Chappell v Nealy
The Supreme Court held that there is no time limit on the period for recovery of copyright damages in a timely filed copyright case.
Nancy Mertzel
Apr 304 min read
Fair Use and Generative AI
A refresher on fair use and key precedents likely to be influential in the pending cases.
Nancy Mertzel
Feb 294 min read
Is “Trump Too Small” … Registrable? Understanding Trademarks and Free Speech
Read on for an explanation of what you should know about the Court’s anticipated ruling in Vidal v Elste
Nancy Mertzel
Jan 303 min read
Generative AI and Copyright
Explanation of the key cases and underlying concepts at issue, as well some steps you can take to request that your content be excluded.
Nancy Mertzel
Dec 4, 20231 min read
Nancy to speak at Women in Intellectual Property Law
Nancy will be speaking on a CLE panel about her professional journey and insights into the practice of IP law. Join us on December 6,...
Nancy Mertzel
Sep 27, 20233 min read
Trademarks and Band Names
Musicians who collaborate and form a band may not be aware of business issues like taking steps to protect their intellectual property
Nancy Mertzel
May 26, 20233 min read
What Every Business Owner Should Know About Intellectual Property
Intellectual property, or “IP,” can be one of the most valuable assets of a business. Identifying and protecting your IP is essential.
Nancy Mertzel
Feb 2, 20231 min read
Nancy Spoke at PLI on Trademark and Copyright Licensing
On January 4, Nancy spoke on an interactive panel concerning “Negotiating Critical License Terms: A Clause-by-Clause Review.” The panel...
Nancy Mertzel
Jan 27, 20233 min read
Artificial Intelligence and Copyright Law: From Monkey Selfies to ChatGPT
discussion of how artificial intelligence is testing the bounds of intellectual property law.
Nancy Mertzel
Nov 11, 20221 min read
Super Lawyer, Nancy Mertzel
Nancy has been selected once again for inclusion in Super Lawyers as a "top rated intellectual property litigation attorney in New York,...
Nancy Mertzel
Sep 23, 20221 min read
Nancy to Speak on Social Media Influencers at AIPLA Annual Meeting
On October 27, Nancy will be presenting on “Recent Law and Trends on Social Media and Influencers, including Potential Liability for...
Nancy Mertzel
Sep 23, 20223 min read
Social Media Influencers and Intellectual Property Rights & Risks
Staying Safe in the Sphere of Influencers Social media influencer marketing is a growing field; one source estimates that the market grew...
Nancy Mertzel
May 5, 20221 min read
Super Lawyers 2022: Nancy Named Top Lawyer in Intellectual Property Litigation
Super Lawyers 2022: Nancy Named Top Lawyer in Intellectual Property Litigation
Nancy Mertzel
Nov 17, 20213 min read
Are You Considering A New Cannabis Brand?
The legalization of cannabis across the country creates both new opportunities for business and new risks. Read on for tips on name selecti
Nancy Mertzel
Apr 26, 20214 min read
Two Important Changes to Trademark and Copyright Laws:
Two recently enacted statutes, the Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 (TMA) and the Copyright Alternative in Small-Claims Enforcement (CASE
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