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Connecting the dot-coms in a trademark dispute
February / March 2010
Newsletter: Ideas on Intellectual Property Law
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Abstract: It’s well established that generic terms aren’t eligible for protection as trademarks or service marks. Some marketers, however, might try to bypass that problem by adding the suffix “.com” to an otherwise generic term in hopes of transforming it into a protectable brand name. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit squared off with such a party in a case involving use of the word “hotels” in a name. In re HOTELS.COM, No. 08-1429, 2009 (Fed. Cir.)
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Shortcuts can be embarrassing — and costly
September / October 2009
Newsletter: Viewpoint on Value
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Abstract: This brief article warns that novice valuators who sidestep valuation procedures to save money — as well as clients who misrepresent the facts to skew valuation results — may be in for a rude awakening. Courts are becoming increasingly sophisticated in appraisal matters. When a valuator skips steps or fails to understand a company’s operations, the court is likely to discount — or even reject — the expert’s opinion. The article uses the recent case Burr v. Burr to illustrate this point. Case citation: Burr v. Burr (2008 WL 4906271, Mass. App. Nov. 18, 2008).
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5 post-year-end tax strategies to reduce your 2007 tax bill
January / February 2008
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: Now that you’ve “closed the books” on the 2007 tax year, you may think you’re finished tax planning for it. But there’s still time for you to implement these five post-year-end strategies that can reduce your 2007 tax bill. This article suggests making an IRA contribution, checking receipts, simplifying your retirement plan, reviewing losses and taking the expensing election.