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Overview of Trademark Law

Trademark law gives companies the exclusive right to use a given name or design, called a “mark,” for the purpose of identifying the source the of that company’s goods or services. Trademark law is an incentive-based system. Because it gives co...

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The Essence of the Patent Law

As a general rule, patents are associated with things and processes which are vital to the world the only exception though are innovative designs. Patents also allow the creator of some inventions to preclude others from making use of it commercially...

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Busted for a DUI?

Article written based on California LawEvery year approximately 250,000 people in California get arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). The arrest is usually terrifying, bewildering, humiliating and obnoxious. But it is just the b...

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How to File a Claim for Celebrex Injury

There is mounting evidence to suggest that Celebrex (aka celecoxib) is linked to an increased risk of blood clots, heart attacks and strokes. Celebrex is one of the newer anti arthritic drugs called COX-2 inhibitors that were launched in the 1990s, a...

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Child Support Enforcement and Federal Criminal Law

Child Support Enforcement and Federal Criminal Law by: Jean Mahserjian Child support enforcement is a growing area of family law. Once child support has been ordered by a Court, or agreed upon by two parents, it is not always smooth sailing. Alt...

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Child Custody in Oklahoma

Child Custody in Oklahoma by: T.Going The laws in Oklahoma define temporary custody of a child as a decision made by the parents at the time of separation. Sometimes what could be in the best interest of the child at the time of separation might...

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California Cruise Ship Attorney: Injured On A Cruise Ship? The Cruise Industry's Dirty Secret

When planning for a vacation at sea, few people consider what will happen to them if they are seriously injured on the cruise or if they become ill during the cruise. The cruise ship companies want their customers to focus on fun, good times and exci...

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Can A Photographer Take A Picture Of A Trademark?

A trademark, which is sometimes called a service mark, a trade name, a trade dress, etc, is a distinctive mark that a manufacturer uses to both distinguish their goods from others' as well and to symbolize its authenticity. A trademark can inclu...

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Use an IP Lawyer to Ensure Your Patent is Correctly Filed

If you have come up with a new invention, or a technical development that you wish to protect from being copied by others, then a patent may well be the best route to take. But there are a number of key steps that need to be followed, in order to en...

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DOJ Ruling on Disabled Rights in Cruise Ships

DOJ Ruling on Disabled Rights in Cruise Ships by: Lala C. Ballatan It is interesting to note that many disabled persons, instead of slinking away and being embarrassed by their conditions, are asserting their rights. They already educate themsel...

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