U.S. Trademark Law (LAW-609-001)
Farley
Meets: 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM (TTH) - Room 402
Enrolled: 50 / Limit: 75
Notices
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Description
Develops an understanding of the competing theoretical rationales for protection of trade symbols. Explores the historical development of trademark and unfair competition law as well as issues of current interest, such as protection of nontraditional subject matter; conflicts between trademark protection and the copyright or patent laws; the protection against dilution; conflicts with free expression; the right of publicity; and domain name disputes. It will also offer a practical approach to substantive issues facing modern practitioners, including acquisition or loss of rights and trademark litigation.
Textbooks and Other Materials
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Ginsburg, Litman, & Kevlin, Trademark and Unfair Competition Law: Cases and Materials (Foundation Press 4th ed. 2007) ISBN 978-1-59941-048-7 The associated Trademark and Unfair Competition Law: 2009 Case Supplement and Statutory Appendix is optional. If you opt not to purchase the Supplement, you must obtain a copy of the "Lanham Act."
First Class Readings
1st Reading Assignment: Read pages 13-22 and 29-42 of Ginsburg, Litman & Kelvin, Trademarks and Unfair Competition: Cases and Materials (Foundation Press 4th ed. 2007).