The Conclusion of the Monkey Selfie Saga: Animals Can’t File Intellectual Property Lawsuits

Posted on April 25, 2018April 25, 2018 by mchattie

Update from our previous blog post Monkeying Around with Copyright Law On Monday, April 23, the 9thU.S Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the District Court’s ruling that copyright protection does not extend to selfies taken by a monkey. In 2011, during one of photographer David Slater’s trip to Sulawesi, Indonesia, a crested macaque, “Naruto”, took photos of Read more about The Conclusion of the Monkey Selfie Saga: Animals Can’t File Intellectual Property Lawsuits[…]

New IP Law to Protect Employee Ownership & Usage Rights to Inventions Developed on Their Own Time

Posted on February 5, 2018February 20, 2018 by mchattie

We recently posted a blog explaining three laws that had potential to shake up New Jersey Employment Law. One of them, the new law regarding the matter of protecting employee ownership & usage rights (A-492) which is sponsored by Assembly Speaker-elect Craig Coughlin & Assemblyman Herb Conaway, Jr., M.D. was signed into law recently. It will be effective Read more about New IP Law to Protect Employee Ownership & Usage Rights to Inventions Developed on Their Own Time[…]

Patent and Literature Searches — In Context

Posted on October 20, 2017October 23, 2017 by mchattie

By Christopher McHattie “Is my idea worth pursuing?” That question can be more complex than it may first appear. For example, many ideas are great, but are they feasible, viable, protectable and non-infringing of existing rights? So, while “I have a great idea that will help people” is a great start, it’s just that, a Read more about Patent and Literature Searches — In Context[…]

Fair Use, Foul Use, Use Use Use

Posted on September 28, 2017 by mchattie

By Aidan Murray Would you like to see my New York play? It’s a parody, won’t you stay? I do not like your play, not one bit! It’s just not right, it doesn’t fit. It’s not fair use, you make me ill. I will take you to court and stop you I will! Fair use, Read more about Fair Use, Foul Use, Use Use Use[…]

Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’ Delivers Creative Cease-and-Desist Letter

Posted on September 21, 2017September 22, 2017 by mchattie

A Chicago venue decided to temporarily transform their event space into a ‘Stranger Things’ themed pop-up bar. According to their website, “The Upside Down bar concept will be the end of Summer 80’s dance party of your dreams, filled with curious Things inspired by & paying homage to the instant-classic television show. It brings you Read more about Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’ Delivers Creative Cease-and-Desist Letter[…]

6 Must-Haves for Every Fourth of July Celebration

Posted on June 29, 2017July 1, 2017 by mchattie

Since 1941, the Fourth of July has been a federal holiday in the United States, but the festive traditions for Independence Day go back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence and two days later the Declaration of Independence was drafted by Read more about 6 Must-Haves for Every Fourth of July Celebration[…]

Skull Crushing Victory for Dan Aykroyd’s Spirits

Posted on March 30, 2017March 30, 2017 by mchattie

Who knew that comedian/actor Dan Aykroyd was co-founder of a vodka brand? And that not only is this vodka award-winning, but that it is delivered in a skull-shaped bottle? Interestingly too, Dan Aykroyd is dead serious about making sure to enforce his rights of this very distinctive registered trade dress of his. Aykroyd and his brand, Read more about Skull Crushing Victory for Dan Aykroyd’s Spirits[…]

What can you learn from Disney’s “Zootopia” copyright lawsuit?

Posted on March 23, 2017March 24, 2017 by mchattie

Longtime movie producer and screenwriter, Gary Goldman, whose notable credits include writing Total Recall and producing Minority Report, filed a federal lawsuit for copyright infringement this week against the Walt Disney Company. The “Zootopia” copyright lawsuit accuses Disney of stealing his idea for ‘Zootopia,’ the award-winning best animated picture for both the Golden Globes and Oscars. Goldman claims that Read more about What can you learn from Disney’s “Zootopia” copyright lawsuit?[…]

12 Days of Intellectual Property Christmas

Posted on December 14, 2016December 17, 2019 by mchattielaw

The McHattie Law Firm is uniquely equipped to deal with modern businesses’ most valuable asset — its intellectual property — and to manage it with a strategic legal approach in the US. From creation to licensing to sale, we stand ready, willing and able to serve your needs, developing strategies for your opportunities and solutions Read more about 12 Days of Intellectual Property Christmas[…]

Welcome Joseph J. DiDonato to the McHattie Law Team

Posted on December 1, 2016January 3, 2017 by mchattielaw

The McHattie Law Firm is extremely pleased to announce that Joseph J. DiDonato has joined the firm as Of Counsel. Mr. DiDonato, a licensed patent attorney, concentrates on matters related to intellectual property and business, providing practical legal advice that considers both business plans and the protection of products or services. Mr. DiDonato’s experience extends Read more about Welcome Joseph J. DiDonato to the McHattie Law Team[…]