I am about to launch into a foolish endeavor: writing an article about tax law. I hate tax law. I hate doing my taxes every April. I’m not a tax lawyer and never will be. I admire tax lawyers — their creativity, their ingenuity, their ability to master the plethora of ever-changing tax code provisions…
Monthly Archives: September 2011
Staying Away While You Get Away: Strategies for Enjoying Vacation
Did you take the time to get away on vacation this summer? If so, did you disconnect from the office while you were on vacation? Like many of my colleagues, I recently took a summer vacation. My vacation was planned several months in advance, and I took proactive steps to ensure my absence was seamless…
The IP Legacy of Judge Terence Evans
Judge Terence Evans of the Seventh Circuit died last month at age 71. He became a federal district court judge in Milwaukee in 1979, and was elevated to the court of appeals in 1995. His opinions are known for their clarity and plain language; he once told the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin “we should try…
Register for Copyright Basics IP Webinar
The next Davis McGrath IP Webinar will be on October 5, 2011 on the topic of Copyright Basics, from 12:00 to 12:30 CDT. There are many myths about copyright law and what it protects. Come and learn: – What is a copyright? – What does it protect? – How long does it last? – Why…
Webinar – Why You Should Register Your Trademarks In Other Countries
Here is the recording of the September 7, 2011 webinar presented by Kevin Thompson entitled “Why You Should Register Your Trademarks In Other Countries.” Topics covered include: – Trademark Basics – Trademark Rights are Territorial – Offensive and Defensive Purposes for Registrations – Rights obtained by registration and use – Paris Convention Priority – Direct…