Posted by Larry Mae Uson | Jan 03, 2025 |
Trademark attorney impersonation scams are becoming a troubling reality in the realm of intellectual property. As regulatory bodies implement stricter measures to counter fraudulent filings, these scams exploit the resulting complexities, targeting unsuspecting businesses and individuals. A recen...
Posted by Larry Mae Uson | Dec 17, 2024 |
In recent years, the legal profession has faced an unsettling trend: the theft and misuse of attorney credentials, particularly in intellectual property (IP) law. Bad actors, often operating from overseas, have found ways to exploit security vulnerabilities, bypassing safeguards to commit fraud t...
Posted by Larry Mae Uson | Nov 08, 2024 |
Intellectual Property (IP) laws are in place to safeguard creators' rights by giving them authority over their creations, such as works of art and designs as well as their own image and identity. A recent dispute arose concerning drag queen Pattie Gonia when her image was featured in a campaign a...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | Aug 02, 2024 |
Trademarks are vital assets for any business. If someone is infringing on your trademarked property, enforcing your rights in a timely and strategic manner is critical.
Ford Banister LLC has successfully represented clients in litigation cases involving a range of trademark infringement issues, i...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | Jul 25, 2024 |
Under the Lanham Act, the importation, exportation, and sale of counterfeit goods are prohibited, and such goods can be seized by the government. Legal action can result in significant statutory damages aimed at deterring counterfeiting. Damages for trademark counterfeiting can be as high as $2...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | Jul 21, 2024 |
You can legally use the “® ” symbol after successfully registering with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
The “®” symbol is a critical indicator in trademark law, denoting that a trademark is registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). You may use t...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | Jun 07, 2024 |
Trademarks:
Trademarks are protected under the Federal Lanham Act. They consist of source identifiers and can include elements like logos, word marks, jingles, or even unique scents
Copyrights:
Copyrights protect creative works, which encompass a wide range of artistic expressions such as songs...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | May 30, 2024 |
Taking legal action against an Amazon Seller who is producing and/or selling counterfeit versions of a product containing intellectual property you own may be the quickest and most effective way to ensure they stop while also fighting for you to be appropriately compensated.
Discovering your prod...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | May 15, 2024 |
Request for the filings and proceedings to be sealed.
The destruction of evidence is a real problem faced in a counterfeiting litigation case. By requesting filings and proceedings to be sealed, your intellectual property rights attorney can proceed in a stealthy manner. This aids in the collect...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | May 06, 2024 |
Two of the most common reasons for an Amazon Seller to want to sue Amazon are:
Undeposited funds due to an account suspension
A denied claim for lost or damaged inventory
For either of these reasons, you may need to seek legal counsel from an Amazon Lawyer to seek justice and receive the ...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | May 01, 2024 |
A black hat seller, or someone engaging in black hat tactics, is an entity on Amazon that purposefully acts against third-party sellers in an attempt to hurt the business of those they target.
Establishing and enforcing your intellectual property rights can protect you against black hat tactics....
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | Apr 30, 2024 |
A question we often get from Amazon Sellers is, “Can I sue Amazon”?
Yes, you can sue Amazon. However, more than likely, you're going to have to go through arbitration rather than actual litigation.
Taking legal action against Amazon is a serious step that requires careful consideration. Don't he...
Posted by L. Ford Banister, II | Apr 25, 2024 |
If Amazon has frozen your account and is keeping your money, you should contact an attorney as quickly as possible.
Amazon will likely try to negotiate with you directly. Any communication you have with Amazon can be used as evidence against you later. Securing legal counsel from the beginning c...