Nike files trademark infringement suit against the maker of Lil Nas X ‘Satan Shoes’

Posted on March 31, 2021March 31, 2021 by mchattie

In Nike’s most recent swooshing controversy, Nike filed a trademark infringement and dilution, false designation of origin, and unfair competition lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on Monday against a Brooklyn artist collective, MSCHF Product Studio, Inc. Without Nike’s approval or authorization, MCSHF, in collaboration with singer Lil Nas X, Read more about Nike files trademark infringement suit against the maker of Lil Nas X ‘Satan Shoes’[…]

NFL’s Trademark Defense for the Big Game

Posted on February 5, 2021February 2, 2023 by mchattie

It’s been said that defense wins games, especially in THE big game and that proves true when it comes to protecting trademark rights as well. For most people, the game on Sunday between the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams is the Super Bowl®. But for many business owners, it simply has to be called Read more about NFL’s Trademark Defense for the Big Game[…]

COVID-19 Update: Business Interruption Insurance Coverage and Force Majeure Clauses – A Year Later

Posted on January 28, 2021January 28, 2021 by mchattie

Written collaboratively by Christopher McHattie, Courtney Allen, Michael Gattoni and Natalie Keller Way back in March 2020 … when the “pandemic” and “shut downs” were getting into full swing, we wrote a couple of articles Business Interruption Insurance – What Does it Cover? (directed to the impact COVID-19 on those types of claims) and Coronavirus, Read more about COVID-19 Update: Business Interruption Insurance Coverage and Force Majeure Clauses – A Year Later[…]

Social Media Censorship – Is Big Tech Taking Away Your Rights?

Posted on January 15, 2021January 18, 2021 by mchattie

Written collaboratively by Christopher McHattie and anonymous (for fear of retribution) The recent unfortunate events in Washington DC, culminating in protests that turned violent, have elicited unprecedented reactions from all corners of our society and around the world. Among the most extraordinary responses is the decision by social media outlets, hosting services, technology platform providers – Read more about Social Media Censorship – Is Big Tech Taking Away Your Rights?[…]

Governor Murphy Signs Historic New Jersey Economic Recovery Act

Posted on January 11, 2021January 12, 2021 by mchattie

On January 7, 2021, Governor Murphy signed the landmark New Jersey Economic Recovery Act of 2020. This long-awaited package of incentive programs is intended to encourage New Jersey job growth, property development and redevelopment, community partnerships, and numerous other policies. The 250 page piece of legislation marks the most significant action taken by the state’s government to Read more about Governor Murphy Signs Historic New Jersey Economic Recovery Act[…]

PPP – The Sequel

Posted on January 8, 2021January 19, 2021 by mchattie

The Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (the “Act”) – the New PPP The long awaited $900 billion pandemic relief bill, the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (the “Act”), has now been signed into law. In addition to another round of stimulus checks for Americans earning Read more about PPP – The Sequel[…]

Substantial Increase In US Trademark Fees Effective January 2, 2021

Posted on December 18, 2020December 29, 2020 by mchattie

To all current trademark owners who have a maintenance filing due within the year and those currently considering filing any new trademark applications…get your filing done before 2021! The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will be increasing its fees for filing trademark applications, post-registration maintenance filings, and certain filings with the Trademark Trial Read more about Substantial Increase In US Trademark Fees Effective January 2, 2021[…]

Why you need to file a Trademark Application

Posted on November 24, 2020December 1, 2020 by mchattie

Why we think you’re nuts if you haven’t registered your trademark yet … You’ve spent countless hours and dollars coming up with the perfect business name and logo and made it an integral part of your business. You’ve spent countless hours on social media, LinkedIn® and Facebook® making sure your name and brand are “out there” Read more about Why you need to file a Trademark Application[…]

New Jersey Votes to Legalize Marijuana, Now What?

Posted on November 10, 2020November 12, 2020 by mchattie

So, “MarijuWANNA” start smoking weed? Not just yet NJ. Although the votes are in and New Jersey voters passed the legalization of recreational marijuana, it will still be a while until it is actually legal. When implemented, legalization will be for those 21 years and older and will include a 6.625% state tax on any Read more about New Jersey Votes to Legalize Marijuana, Now What?[…]

Covid-19 Update: New Jersey’s New Workplace Order

Posted on November 9, 2020November 9, 2020 by mchattie

As COVID-19 numbers have unfortunately began to rise again across New Jersey, Governor Murphy has signed an Executive Order 192 that requires employers to follow specific requirements during the pandemic.