Monthly Archives: January 2023

FTC Proposes Rule Banning and Invalidating Non-compete Clauses in Labor Contracts Nationally

Written By: Joe Schuler The Proposed FTC Rule:On January 5th the Federal Trade Commission released a notice proposing a new rule banning the use of covenants not to compete, colloquially… Read more »

“This is Your Pilot Speaking . . . Please Fasten Your Seatbelts and Prepare for Litigation”

Written By: Michael J. Cimino Southwest Airlines (“Southwest”) has come under intense scrutiny following their series of canceled and severely delayed flights during the holiday season. Southwest was initially able… Read more »

A Dog Toy and Jack Daniel’s: Is “Humor” an Escape to Trademark Infringement Claims?

Written By: Jessica Summers A dog toy closely resembling the iconic Jack Daniel’s whiskey bottle has led to a dispute revolving around whether a product based on humorous parody deserves… Read more »