Lawsuit Dismissed
Last week, I obtained a significant victory for my clients in a Schedule A matter. My clients, Japanese online retailers, were sued for trademark/copyright infringement in the Northern District of Illinois. The case is Sega Corporation et al. v. The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associations identified on...
Can New Evidence Be Introduced During a Criminal Appeal?
As a general rule, new evidence cannot be introduced during a criminal appeal. The appellate court must weigh whatever evidence is already in the record on appeal and decide accordingly. However, there are exceptions, and new evidence can influence the outcome of your appeal. Understanding how this happens will help you better...
Utilizing Expert Witnesses in Intellectual Property Appeals
Appealing an intellectual property case is a delicate process that takes time and attention to detail. Presenting the best case on appeal, regardless of whether you are the appellant or appellee, begins at the trial level. It is at this stage that a party needs to focus on making the strongest...
Seventh Circuit Win in RICO Conspiracy Appeal
This week, an appellate opinion was issued by the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals in United States v. Watkins, et al., Case No. 20-2048. I represented the Appellant Lloyd Dotson in this appeal of a jury trial finding of guilt against Mr. Dotson and a dozen other defendants for RICO violations. One of...
Trademark Protection: Safeguarding Your Brand in IP Litigation
- Trademark rights begin with use, but federal registration provides stronger, nationwide protection and enforcement power.
- Unregistered brands are far more vulnerable to infringement, counterfeiting, and copycat competitors.
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What to Expect From the Appellate Process in Intellectual Property Disputes
Parties who believe that a legal, factual, or procedural error took place during their intellectual property trials have the right to appeal. These cases are usually federal in nature and must follow a series of steps while meeting the requirements necessary for an appeal. Regardless of whether you are the...
The Importance of Intellectual Property Rights for Amazon Sellers
Amazon offers a platform for millions of sellers across the globe to offer products to enormous numbers of consumers. Even though this is true, many people who launch their first online business with Amazon fail to recognize the critical importance of intellectual property rights when selling products online. These rights can help...
Navigating the Appellate Process in Civil Rights Cases
The appellate process in civil rights cases is critical for ensuring justice is upheld when trial court decisions are in question. By working with an experienced appellate attorney, individuals can challenge outcomes that may have infringed upon their guaranteed rights.
Civil Rights Violations and Grounds for Appeal
Trademark vs. Copyright: Understanding the Differences in IP Litigation
In the complex landscape of the intellectual property, or “IP”, law, there are two key pillars allowing people to protect ideas as property: trademarks and copyrights. Both are vital tools to protect innovation, creativity, and brand identity, but they operate in distinct ways. Trademarks and copyrights come with their own set...
Publication in Catholic University Law Review
I had the honor of being published in the latest volume of The Catholic University Law Review. The article explores the dynamic issues of prior restraint of social media platforms during COVID, most notably the Supreme Court decision of Murthy v. Missouri. The BlueBook citation is: Christopher Keleher, The Antidote of Free Speech: Censorship During the Pandemic, 73 Cath....