The Trademark Modernization Act: New Procedures and Deadlines The Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 (TMA), passed on December 27, 2020, has made significant changes to the federal trademark law. The act was enacted as one of the parts of the coronavirus relief bill. According to the TMA, there have been the creation of several new...Read More
A utility patent comprises a new, improved, and helpful product or process. “An invention patent is another name for a utility patent, and it forbids individuals or companies from using, selling, or making the new invention without authorization.” This is in accordance with Title 35, Part II, Chapter 10, Subsection 101 of the United States...Read More
What is the Role of IP in the Media and Entertainment Industry? Intellectual Property refers to the ownership of any idea or design that is created by an individual. Once an individual creates an idea, whether by writing a book, or creating a design or a piece of music, the ownership of the idea is...Read More
What Is Copyright Infringement In The Entertainment Industry? Two popular forms in the entertainment industry, music and movies experience severe copyright infringement. Copyright infringement is defined as the re-production or use of any material that is protected by copyright without the consent of the copyright owner. Under copyright law, the owner of the copyright has...Read More
Filmmaking is one of the most creative industries in the entertainment industry. It is regulated by federal laws. Filmmakers are given greater liberty as a result of the amendment of the rules, allowing them to express their artistic concepts more freely. Certain federal laws are stricter if we think about censorship. The music and theatre...Read More
