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Articles 41 results

7.17.23

Do Large Language Models Violate Copyright Law?

Comedian Sarah Silverman is suing the maker of ChatGPT over alleged copyright infringement. How strong is her case? And what does it mean for the future of AI? Eric Fingerhut of Dykema’s Intellectual…

5.20.22

Trends in Patenting Vehicle Motive Technology

Tom Moga authored the Bloomberg Law article, "Trends in Patenting Vehicle Motive Technology." The article points out how conventional engine technology has given way to technologies aligned with…

2.09.22

It’s Not Just COVID: Understanding the Drop in U.S. Patent Application Filings

Michael Gzybowski authored the IP Watchdog article, “It's Not Just COVID: Understanding the Drop in U.S. Patent Application Filings.” In the article, Gzybowski discusses possible reasons for the drop…

Dykema Drives Auto Webinars 4 results

6.26.25

If Not China, Where? The State of IP in Asia's Alternatives

As companies reevaluate their global strategies, many are looking beyond China for R&D, manufacturing, and market expansion. While China has long offered low costs and a skilled workforce, rising…

5.09.24

Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Cybersecurity (Part I) and Intellectual Property (Part II)

During this webinar we will discuss legal challenges and strategies related to ransomware and extortion tactics, data ownership and IP protection, emerging regulations impacting data privacy and…

2.23.23

Dykema’s 2023 Automotive Trends Report Webinar Series: E/AV, IP, Government Regulations

Many respondents expressed an industry-wide focus on legal benefits and risks tied to new electric and autonomous vehicle technologies, including increased government regulation and incentives and…

Dykema Litigation Institute Webinars 2 results

8.24.21

What to Expect When Expecting Nuisance Patent Litigation

Please join us for this complimentary webinar which will survey tactics used in nuisance patent litigation and provide guidance on steps that companies can take in fighting back and gaining leverage…

7.23.19

Litigating Trade Secrets and Patents: When, Where, Who, Why and Other Questions You Were Afraid to Ask

The Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) resulted in an increase in trade secret claims in the last three years. Separately, while there had been a slowdown in patent litigation claims during that same…

Legal Alerts 25 results

2.17.25

Delaware District Court Ruling Raises Critical Fair Use Challenges for AI Companies: Implications for Copyright Compliance and Competitive Practices

The fair use defense may have narrowed for AI companies after a Delaware federal court ruled that ROSS Intelligence infringed upon 2,243 of Thomson Reuters’ copyrighted headnotes. This decision has…

1.30.25

The Future of Creativity: U.S. Copyright Office Clarifies Copyrightability of AI-Generated Works

As generative AI continues to reshape creative industries, the Copyright Office’s findings provide crucial guidance on how existing copyright law applies to AI-assisted and AI-generated works.

11.18.24

Upcoming Changes to Trademark Filing Fees: A Guide to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s New Regulations

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office will roll out significant changes to trademark filing fees starting January 18, 2025. With the introduction of surcharges aimed at promoting complete and timely…

One Minute Matters Video Series 10 results

3.24.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: How Do You Structure AI-Automaker Deals for Long-Term Success? (with Mark Malven)

How do you build AI-automaker partnerships that stand the test of time? Defining the right deal structure is critical. From IP ownership to post-termination competition, the details can make or break…

2.25.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: What Happens When  AI Uses Copyrighted Material To Train Its Model (with Mike Word)

Can AI training data be considered fair use? In Thomson Reuters v. ROSS Intelligence, the court ruled that using Westlaw’s headnotes to train AI wasn’t fair use—it was commercial and non…

1.16.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Is Registering Your Trademark About To Get More Expensive? (with Shannon McKeon)

Filing a U.S. trademark application in 2025? Don’t get sticker shock when the price tag goes up. After new USPTO fee increases went into effect on January 18, 2025, understanding the impact they could…

Podcasts 2 results

8.20.24

How challenging is it to secure a trademark for your cannabis brand?

Picture this: Your cannabis business is thriving, sales are through the roof, and you’ve developed a loyal, passionate following for your brand. And yet… you still haven’t been able to register a…

7.30.24

Collaboration or contamination? Here‘s how to protect your cannabis trade secrets.

Cultivating a competitive edge in the cannabis industry hinges on innovation. But protecting those game-changing ideas is a hazy process that poses a lot of questions: Can you collaborate with other…

Press Mentions 151 results

3.14.25

“Squires’ Breadth Sets Him Apart From Recent USPTO Leaders”

Tom Moga was quoted in the Law360 article, “Squires’ Breadth Sets Him Apart From Recent USPTO Leaders.”

2.19.25

“Will the US Copyright Office’s AI stance create more problems than it solves?”

Mike Word was quoted in the World Intellectual Property Review article “Will the US Copyright Office’s AI stance create more problems than it solves?”. 

2.13.25

“4 Takeaways From 1st Opinion On AI Training And Fair Use”

Mike Word was quoted in the Law360 article, “4 Takeaways From 1st Opinion On AI Training And Fair Use.”

Press Releases 146 results

6.12.25

Jennifer Fraser Included in World Trademark Review (WTR) Global Leaders 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that Jennifer Fraser was included on the World Trademark Review (WTR) Global Leaders 2025 listing. According to the organization, “WTR Global…

5.29.25

Six Dykema Attorneys Listed as Washington, D.C., Super Lawyers and Rising Stars for 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that six attorneys from the firm’s Washington, D.C., office, and from multiple practice areas, were named to the 2025 Super Lawyers and Rising…

4.17.25

Trademark Attorney Jason Blair Joins Dykema in Austin

Dykema announced that Jason Paul Blair has joined the firm as a Member in the Trademark Practice Group resident in the firm’s Austin office. He comes to Dykema after more than three years of…

Publications 9 results

2.18.25

Dykema Releases 2025 Automotive Trends Report: Navigating Industry Transformation Amidst Regulatory Shifts, Tech Advances, and Supply Chain Strain

Dykema’s Automotive Industry Group, a four-time recipient of Law360’s Practice Group of the Year for Transportation, is pleased to announce the release of its 3rd Annual Automotive Trends Report. This…

12.20.24

Intellectual Property Update and Year in Review | December 2024

In this newsletter, we offer insights into key developments from the past year and explore factors that may influence 2025.

2.14.24

2024 Automotive Trends

Dykema’s 2nd Annual Automotive Trends Report has taken the pulse of industry leaders—from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers to seasoned executives and key decision-makers—to…

Speaking Engagements 30 results

5.21.25

The Use of Surveys When Registering, Enforcing, and Litigating Non-Traditional Marks

Jason Blair will serve as a featured presenter at the International Trademark Association (INTA) 2025 Annual Meeting, which takes place May 17-21 in San Diego.

4.25.25

Music and IP

Eric was a panelist on the “Music and IP” panel at the International Trademark Association (INTA) Pre-Annual Meeting Reception, where he discussed the role of music in brand building and intellectual…

3.06.25

“Hazy Hodgepodge: Navigate the Cannabis Trademark Landscape”

John Fraser and Marsha Gentner will be co-presenters for the Intellectual Property Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and Institute of Continuing Legal Education’s Intellectual Property Law…

Webinars 26 results

5.02.24

Inter Partes Review

Tom Moga served as a featured presenter for the Mich Bio webinar, "Inter Partes Review," on Thursday, May 2, 2024.

11.21.23

Transparency and Intellectual Property in China: Problems and Prospects

Tom Moga will serve as a featured presenter for the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) webinar, "Transparency and Intellectual Property in China: Problems and Prospects," on November…

2.14.23

Tom Moga to Serve as Featured Speaker for MichBio I.P. & Legal Advice Virtual Coffee Break

Tom Moga will serve as a featured speaker for Mich Bio’s virtual coffee break program, “I.P. & Legal Advice,” on February 14, 2023. The program is an open half-hour chat discussing the basics of…