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Nancy Mertzel
Jun 22, 20213 min read
Introduction to Typefaces, Fonts and Font Licensing
What’s the Difference Between a Font and a Typeface?
Many people confuse fonts and typefaces. Read this article to learn the difference.

Nancy Mertzel
Jun 8, 20211 min read
Nancy Mertzel is Recognized in Crain's NY Business 2021 Notables.
I am honored to be recognized as one of Crain’s 2021 Notable LGBTQ Leaders and Exec

Nancy Mertzel
Jun 4, 20211 min read
The New York Times Quotes Nancy Mertzel
As more states legalize recreational cannabis, Wrigley and other companies are suing over look-alike THC treats. They're protecting their...

Nancy Mertzel
May 26, 20215 min read
Fair Use Implications from the Supreme Court's
After more than a decade of litigation, the epic battle over the Java API has come to an end with an April 2021 ruling by the United States

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

Nancy Mertzel
Mar 6, 20213 min read
3 Things Every Website Owner Should Know About the GDPR and CCPA
If your website collects or can collect information from users, you may be subject to the GDPR and the CCPA.

Nancy Mertzel
Jan 5, 20211 min read
USPTO Increases Trademark and TTAB Fees
Effective January 2, 2021, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) increased fees in trademark matters and changed some of...

Nancy Mertzel
Oct 29, 20201 min read
Superlawyers Selects Nancy Mertzel for the 12th Year in a Row
For the 12th consecutive year in a row, Nancy Mertzel, firm Founder and Managing Partner, was selected for intellectual property...

Nancy Mertzel
Sep 24, 20201 min read
National LGBT Chamber of Commerce selects Nancy Mertzel to Co-Chair its Legal Industry Council
We're thrilled to announce that Nancy Mertzel was selected to serve as Co-Chair of the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Legal...

Nancy Mertzel
May 14, 20201 min read
Strategies for Avoiding and Responding to Copyright Troll Litigation
The New York Law Journal published my article, Strategies for Avoiding and Responding to Copyright Troll Litigation. (This is an expanded...

Nancy Mertzel
Jan 30, 20202 min read
Copyright Troll Litigation: How to Avoid It and What to Do if You Get Sued
An important development in copyright litigation over the past few years is the dramatic increase in so-called “troll” cases. For...

Nancy Mertzel
Jan 12, 20201 min read
Nancy Gives “Star” Presentation at Mock Pitch for New York Life Insurance
Nancy gave one of the best presentations during a mock pitch to New York Life Insurance organized by the National LGBT Chamber of...

Nancy Mertzel
Dec 10, 20191 min read
Nancy’s First Video Lecture on Copyright
At the request of professor and author Barry Alan Perlus, Nancy recorded a video lecture on copyright for an eCornell Digital Photography...

Nancy Mertzel
Nov 7, 20191 min read
Nancy to Speak at Symposium on Women’s Entrepreneurship in the Law
Nancy will be speaking at Women Owned Law’s inaugural Symposium on Women’s Entrepreneurship in the Law on March 11, 2020 at Drexel...
Nancy Mertzel
Oct 30, 20191 min read
Public WiFi Risks
It’s tempting to squeeze in some work at a coffee shop or airport while you’re on the go. Unfortunately, doing so can be risky - for...


Nancy Mertzel
Oct 22, 20192 min read
“Click Here”: Are Your EULA and TOS Enforceable?
It’s commonplace for websites to have terms of service (“TOS”) and privacy policies available via links at the bottom of the homepage or...

Nancy Mertzel
Oct 4, 20191 min read
Beyond the Docket Interview
Check out a fun interview I did with Alt Legal on starting a firm, getting involved with Women Owned Law, and testifying before Congress....

Nancy Mertzel
Jul 10, 20192 min read
Summer Reading Prime: How to Avoid Buying Counterfeit Books on Amazon
As you prepare for your summer vacation, you may be stocking up on sunscreen, electronics and books for summer reading, both professional...

Nancy Mertzel
Jun 19, 20192 min read
DYKES ON BIKES, THE SLANTS and FUCT: Reclaiming Disparaging, Immoral and Scandalous Trademarks
June is Pride Month, which celebrates the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. This year also commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the...
Nancy J. Mertzel
May 14, 20194 min read
Why Should You Register Copyright? Lessons Learned From the Supreme Court Fourth Estate Decision
In March, the United States Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in that has important implications for copyright ownersThe case...
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