Monthly Archives: August 2011

The Triple X Threat that the .XXX Domain Poses to Brand Owners

Posted on August 17, 2011 by admin

As a user of the Internet, you’re used to typing the name of a website into your browser with a .com or a .net at the end.  Maybe even .info, .biz, .org, .gov, or .edu.  These are all “top level” … Continue reading →

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Pacquiao Seeks TKO of Mayweather

Posted on August 5, 2011 by admin

As any true Manny Pacquiao fan knows, Manny filed a defamation lawsuit against Floyd Mayweather, Jr., and Floyd’s uncle, Roger, for alleging that Manny used performance enhancing drugs.  Manny denied these claims and sued the Mayweather camp for harm caused … Continue reading →

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Pusser’s Rum Kills Painkiller Bar

Posted on August 4, 2011 by admin

Pusser’s Rum, purveyor of a moderately-priced rum under the same name, has successfully forced the name change of Painkiller, a Lower East Side bar in New York.  How?  It turns out that Pusser’s secured two trademarks in the name PAINKILLER, … Continue reading →

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Mattel Sued Over ‘Beverly Hillbillies’ Barbie Doll

Posted on August 4, 2011 by admin

Come and listen to a story about Miss Elly May A television icon even to this day She made the role famous all on her own, When Mattel stole it, without throwing her a bone.   Misappropriation that is, false … Continue reading →

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Rihanna Slapped with Lawsuit Over “S&M” Video

Posted on August 4, 2011 by admin

Artist David LaChappelle has filed suit against musician Rihanna, her record label, the producer, and the director of Rihanna’s music video for her newest single, “S&M.” The lawsuit, filed February 14, 2011, is merely the latest layer of controversy for … Continue reading →

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