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Protected ThoughtsEpisode 9 - New Developments in Copyright, Dupes, and Goodbye to Justice SouterMari-Elise and Bruce discuss recent copyright and legal developments such as the loss of Justice David Souter, the firing of the head of the Copyright Office, new AI guidance from the Copyright Office, and IP issues involving "dupes."
2025-05-1336 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 8 - IP Drama in Hospital Dramas, A Day for the Public Domain, and Deep-sixing DeepfakesHospital dramas turn into IP soap operas behind the scenes, new works enter the public domain to be immediately turned into cheap horror knockoffs, and Congress takes action on deepfakes and more.
2025-05-0935 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 7 - Happy Belated IP HolidaysEven though the holidays are long over, we still turn our attention to interesting intellectual property tidbits about some of your favorite holiday viewings. It's okay to get just a little more holiday season in...in January.
2025-01-3018 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 6 - Of Turkeys, Trots, and TrademarksWhat do intellectual property and Thanksgiving have in common? More than you might think! IP Duo Mari-Elise and Bruce Paul explore how Turkey Trots, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and the Rockettes can kick up trademark issues. Plus, they delve into their cherished Thanksgiving traditions.
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2024-11-2637 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 5 - Right of Publicity in Galaxies Near and Far, Far AwayOur intrepid trio of IP attorneys tackles a recent trend in movies of using the likenesses of non-living actors reproduced with CG and what that means for right of publicity and other intellectual property rights in tentpole staples such as the Star Wars and Alien franchises. Lessons are learned, such as whether Alien is a scary movie and the value in pressing "record" on your track when doing a podcast episode.
2024-10-3141 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 5 - Right of Publicity in Galaxies Near and Far, Far AwayOur intrepid trio of IP attorneys tackles a recent trend in movies of using the likenesses of non-living actors reproduced with CG and what that means for right of publicity and other intellectual property rights in tentpole staples such as the Star Wars and Alien franchises. Lessons are learned, such as whether Alien is a scary movie and the value in pressing "record" on your track when doing a podcast episode.
2024-10-3029 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 4 - Somebody Else's NameThe Supreme Court handed down a decision in Vidal v. Elster that "Trump Too Small" could not be registered for a trademark because of a prohibition on trademarking the name of a living person without their consent. Our dynamic IP duo discusses what this means for trademarks and famous names.
2024-10-0122 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 3 - Brand Value, Influencers, and Electric CarsIn the modern world, brands gain value in new and unusual ways, but they can lose value through similar means. How do you create agreements that utilize these new methods of boosting your brand that forestall the lurking downside of internet infamy?
2024-09-2520 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 2 - The Supreme Court Discovers the Discovery Rule in Warner Chappell Music v. NealyHot off the presses - in early May 2024, the United States Supreme Court handed down Warner Chappell Music v. Nealy, which debates the usage of the discovery rule in copyright claims, ultimately handing a win to those seeking damages for infringements that occurred beyond the three-year statute of limitations, albeit with a feisty dissent.
2024-05-1528 minProtected ThoughtsEpisode 1 - Spicy Enforcement Letters End on Bland NoteWelcome to the inaugural episode of Protected Thoughts, where the McBrayer Intellectual Property team examines recent tales of when trademark enforcement actually hurts a brand. A hot take on a spicy product, but it ends on a cooler note. This is commentary on legal issues and not intended to be legal advice or the practice of law. Services may be provided by others.
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Kentucky TonightPolitical Analysts Forecast the 2023 General ElectionRenee Shaw and guests discuss the 2023 election with three weeks remaining. Guests: Amy Wickliffe, Republican strategist and partner with McCarthy Strategic Solutions; Sherman Brown, Democratic strategist and partner with McCarthy Strategic Solutions; Anne-Tyler Morgan, an attorney, Republican, and member in the McBrayer PLLC; and Stuart Perelmuter, founder and CEO of atAdvocacy.2023-10-1856 minKentucky TonightPreviewing Kentucky's 2022 Primary ElectionsRenee Shaw previews Kentucky's 2022 primary election with guests Colmon Elridge, chair of the Kentucky Democratic Party; Tres Watson, Republican strategist and founder of Capitol Reins PR; Morgan Eaves, former member of the Beshear administration and government relations professional and strategist; and Anne-Tyler Morgan, attorney and member of McBrayer PLLC.2022-05-1756 min
DevelopLex10. Brittany Roethemeier, J.D. on Fayette Alliance, the Future of Lexington, and the Urban Service BoundaryBrittany M. Roethemeier, J.D., joined Fayette Alliance as Executive Director in March 2019 after practicing real estate law at McBrayer PLLC since 2011, where she was named a “Super Lawyer-Rising Star in Real Estate” in 2017, 2018 and 2019. A passion for her community and a desire to ensure that Lexington continues to be an extraordinary place to live, work, and play for all its community members brought her to Fayette Alliance, where she is committed to its vital mission to sustainably and equitably grow our city and promote our farms.
On this episode, Brittany discusses and defines one of the seem...2022-04-2853 minKentucky TonightPublic Assistance and Jobless BenefitsRenee Shaw and guests discuss legislation concerning public assistance and jobless benefits. Guests: Dustin Pugel, senior policy analyst at the Kentucky Center for Economic Policy; Bryan Sunderland, state government affairs director for the Foundation for Government Accountability; Bill Londrigan, president of the Kentucky State AFL-CIO; and Anne-Tyler Morgan, attorney and McBrayer PLLC member.2022-03-2956 min