Monthly Archives: June 2012

Copyright Law – Village People songwriter terminates copyright deal for ‘Y.M.C.A.’ and other hits

The cop from the Village People, Victor Willis, successfully terminated rights to the song, “Y.M.C.A.,” by the companies that administered publishing rights to this crowd-pleasing song, among others. Willis, a co-composer of the Village People’s songs, sought to terminate the … Continue reading

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Trademark Law – Kevin Durant accused of ripping off the “Durantula” nickname

In an unsuprising development, Oklahoma Thunder forward Kevin Durant becomes known to the general public with his appearance in the NBA Finals, only to be greeted with a trademark infringement lawsuit (click here for the lawsuit).  Durant is accused by … Continue reading

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Patent Law – The Patent Troll Update: News and Strategy – Summer 2012

Here’s the latest on news and views on the patent troll front (for our last update, see this): A Boston University study finds that patent trolls cost American companies $29 billion in 2011 (for the actual study, see this). The Electronic … Continue reading

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Employment Law – Attorney fees not recoverable in California rest break and meal break cases

The California Supreme Court continued the winning streak for employers with its decision in the case of Kirby v. Immoos Fire Protection that attorney fees are not recoverable for prevailing parties in meal break and rest break cases. Before the … Continue reading

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