Traditionally, designs for articles of fashion, including sneakers, have not had much intellectual property (IP) protection available. However, today these articles can be eligible for protection under copyright, trademark and patent law. Whether you’re a designer or reseller of fashion goods, you need to know the types of protection (and common defenses) available. Copyright Protection…
Trade Dress Explained for Sellers: Trade dress is a form of intellectual property that is protected under the Lanham Act and has been defined by the Supreme Court as the “total image and overall appearance” of a good. Under the traditional view, trade dress only protected the way a product was “dressed up” and solid…
