Superstition and sports go hand in hand. Not talking about a no-hitter or a shutout when they are happening, the Madden NFL cover athlete curse, or the “playoff beard” have…
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Wine From … Israel?
Is it the responsibility of a producer of a product to convey to the consumer a clear label, even when the government provides conflicting stances on the subject? Without directly…
Can a Trademark Refusal Still be a Win? What Athletes are Teaching us About Trademark Refusals
Anyone who has ever played sports knows that there is just as much to learn from losing as there is from winning. The same could be said about a string…
Saying Goodbye to (not so) Forever 21
On September 29, fast fashion retailer Forever 21 filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, pursuant to the US bankruptcy code, closing 350 stores worldwide and all of its 44 stores in…
In Too Deep: Exclusive Rights of Game Producers in the Esports Industry
In a previous article, I discussed the rise of esports, in this article I will explore the proprietary nature of esports, the deep control afforded to game producers over their…
Just Trademark It: Athletes Turning to Trademarks to Gain Competitive Edge
With the Kawhi Leonard saga officially coming to a close on July 10th after his signing with the Los Angeles Clippers, the city of Toronto, along with the rest of…