International music publisher Warner/Chappell is being sued by filmmakers that claim to have found proof that the Happy Birthday song is not protected by copyright.
Longer prison sentences could be given to those guilty of online copyright infringement
Following a consultation launched by the Intellectual Property Office and the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills, anyone found to be infringing on online content owned by another party could soon face a longer jail sentence than allowed at present.
Skechers sues Steve Madden for infringing its ‘Go Walk’ product line patents
Skechers, the international shoe brand based in California, has sued Steve Madden Limited for infringing on its patented ‘Go Walk’ product line.
Poldark author’s descendants attempt to trademark the famous name
Following the success of the BBC’s recent Poldark television series, which is based on the novel series by Winston Graham, the author’s descendants are attempting to trademark the name in order to prevent sales of unofficial merchandise.
DFS wins court battle that could see Sofaworks change its name
Following a recent ruling by the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court, a Wigan-based company – Sofaworks – has a name that infringes on the Sofa Workshop brand owned by DFS.