Intellectual Property

When it comes to damages recovery, design patents trump utility patents

Determination of reasonable royalty is often difficult to prove and can leave a large portion of the profits with the infringer. Lost profits, on the other hand, corresponds to the sales the patent owner would have made if it had not been for the infringement. Design patents are not as popular as their better-known sibling,…

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French Montana’s Legal Triumph: ADLI Law Group’s Victory in Copyright Dispute

ADLI Law Group is pleased to announce a significant legal triumph on behalf of our esteemed client, the renowned rapper French Montana. The victory comes in the context of a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by artist Eddie Lee Richardson, known professionally as Hotwire the Producer. In a meticulously considered decision, U.S. District Judge Nancy L….

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Subject matter eligibility for obtaining patent protection

The U.S. Supreme Court has strongly indicated that it intends to grant a writ of certiorari to review a ruling by the Federal Circuit court of appeal, dealing with subject matter eligibility for obtaining patent protection. Patent subject matter eligibility is covered under 35 U.S.C. § 101, which provides that “[w]hoever invents or discovers any…

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Trademark Infringement in Cannabis

Cannabis and Hemp CBD companies should be increasingly vigilant regarding the risks of potential trademark infringements of non-cannabis and hemp-related marks. There has been a long history of cannabis products in the unlicensed markets with similar or near-identical names, logos, or identifying artwork to well-known brands, products, companies, and in some instances, well-known persons. These…

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Client Spotlight: ADLI Successfully Secures Patent for the Inventor of a Narcotic Tamper-Proof Evidence Bag

ADLI was successful in facilitating the approval and issuance of a patent for a narcotic tamper-proof evidence bag for Blaster Communications Incorporated. The bags are specifically designed to assist Emergency Medical Services (EMS) organizations in tracking the use and movement of controlled substances. These customized bags are designed for EMS agencies, Fire Departments, and Hospitals…

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Dr. Dariush Adli Reviews Copyright Small Claims Court Law in an Article for the Daily Journal

In an article for the Daily Journal, Dr. Dariush Adli examines the key provisions of the Copyright Alternative in the Small Claims Enforcement Act. Additionally, he discusses the Act’s criticisms and suggests how copyright attorneys can optimize their clients’ position. To learn more about ADLI’s Copyright practice, click here. To read the article, click here…

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Dr. Adli Covers LA Lawyer Magazine Reviewing the SCOTUS Decision to Modify the Lanham Act

Dr. Dariush Adli, ADLI Law Group’s founder, president, and intellectual property leader is featured on the cover of the November issue of Los Angeles Lawyer. In the publication, he discusses the long-awaited SCOTUS decision in the First Amendment challenge to the Immoral or Scandalous Clause of the Lanham Act. The article aptly titled, “No OFFENSE Intended?”…

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In a Second Article on the the Recent “Kimono” Trademark Controversy, Dr. Dariush Adli Discusses Recent Developments and Legal Remedies for Affected Groups

In an article for Law360, Dr. Dariush Adli discusses new developments around the recent controversy surrounding Kim Kardashian’s efforts to trademark the name “Kimono” for her new line of undergarment shapewear. While not perfect, trademark laws can be used to appropriate indicia traditionally associated with certain cultures or traditions. Groups seeking to counter potential appropriators based on…

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Register Your Copyright Before You Register Your (Infringement) Complaint

There have been several high-profile copyright infringement lawsuits filed in the last few years. Two high profile ones were Marvin Gaye’s estate sued Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams, for allegedly appropriating some of Gaye’s famous song “Got to Give It Up”, into their big hit, “Blurred Lines”. Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson were sued twice,…

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Kylie and Kendall Jenner Don’t Know Wrong from Rights

Earlier this year, Kylie Jenner tried to register a U.S. trademark for “Kylie” as a brand for her celebrity and her branded goods.  For some reason, she or her legal counsel neglected to first find out if that name/brand was available for trademark registration in the trademark classes Kylie sought.  It wasn’t. As early as…

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