Somewhat unusual use of the in rem provisions of ACPA. Chinese plaintiff alleges that a John Doe who also resides in China, has converted multiple domain names for (their) own use. Alleges cyber-squatting, tortious interference and conversion.
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Crafting a proper TM injunction in MD Florida
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This is gonna blow 8 minute abs right outta the water
(8 hour energy v 5 hour energy)
http://t.co/DYUYHf0oPN
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'DEEP THROAT' v 'LINDA LOVELACE'
About as fair use as a theatrical film v theatrical film case is gonna get
http://t.co/V5QJs4w45d
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Here is a motion to dismiss to trim the affirmative defenses and counterclaims. Read the end: the motion was made without filing the required SDNY pre-motion letter. I think moving party got off light with just a tsk-tsk.
She's got BETTE DAVIS EYES, some affirmative defenses, and some counterclaims
SDNY
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Plaintiff prevails on GALLO v EL GALLO but not v EL GALLITO. Satisfies HERB REED standard for irreparable harm at SJ.
Discussion of when and when not to apply doctrine of foreign equivalents (doctrine not necessary when marks are similar without translation).
GALLO for wine v EL GALLO and EL GALLITO for energy drinks
ED Cal,
WEBSTERS CHALK PAINT POWDER v. ANNIE SLOAN,
ND Georgia
Plt. acquired distinctiveness in CHALK PAINT
http://t.co/pESejb9AOX
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Cross Commerce v Collective, SDNY
What-Not-To-Do List for Surveys;
Also, COLLECTIVE is Descriptive
http://t.co/rzPXYORqKU
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It’s not possible to ‘briefly’ summarize the dispute regarding ownership of the STOLI marks.
The STOLI Mark Dispute:
Decade 3
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