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Federal patent law allows a patentee to devise its own definition for a claim term — or act as its own “lexicographer” — rather than settling for the “plain and ordinary” meaning. At first glance, this may seem like an advantage for patent holders. Sometimes, though, a patentee can become a lexicographer inadvertently, with disastrous consequences. Read the article, "Patentee’s claim term definition comes back to haunt it," from the Cantor Colburn LLP June/July 2024 IP newsletter. Sign up for our IP newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eUn5Dy_7. #intellectualproperty #patents #PTAB #interpartes

Happy Juneteenth! Cantor Colburn LLP is remembering and celebrating this important occasion by observing a firm-wide holiday on June 19, 2024. "The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth" from the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture provides background on why "Juneteenth marks our country’s second independence day." Click here: https://lnkd.in/g4EX_uUD #juneteenth

The Cove Center for Grieving Children provides hope and healing for grieving children/teens and their families as they work with their unresolved grief due to the death of someone significant in their lives. Cantor Colburn LLP congratulates Cove on its successful golf tournament! We are proud to support Cove's programs, which make a real difference to children and their families and thank partner Michelle Ciotola who her service on the board.

Congratulations to all young inventors at RTX Invention Convention Worldwide! You inspire us with your creativity, grit, problem-solving skills, and excitement about your inventions. Cantor Colburn LLP is proud to sponsor invention education with wonderful partners, sponsors, educators, and most of all kids! #inventitforward #intellectualproperty #inventionconvention #inventioneducation

June is Pride Month, and #TeamCantorColburn is proud to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be their true selves. #pridemonth

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 In finding a likelihood of confusion between the parody Wavy Baby and the trademarked Old Skool in 𝘝𝘢𝘯𝘴, 𝘐𝘯𝘤. 𝘷. 𝘔𝘚𝘊𝘏𝘍 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘰, 𝘐𝘯𝘤., the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit acknowledged that the Wavy Baby was a parody — just not one entitled to the Rogers test. And a parodic expressive message can figure in the assessment of the likelihood of confusion. Citing the U.S. Supreme Court, the appellate court explained that a “successful” parody must create contrasts with its target so the message of ridicule or pointed humor comes through. It must convey that it’s not the original but a parody. If it does so, a parody is unlikely to create confusion. If a parodic use of protected marks leaves confusion about the source of a product, though, it hasn’t succeeded for purposes of trademark law and the infringement is unlawful. Read Cantor Colburn LLP's article, 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙮 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣’𝙩 𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙣 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠 𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙢, in our June 2024 IP Newsletter. Link in comment to join our mailing list. #intellectualproperty #trademark #trademarkinfringement

#TeamCantorColburn at #INTA2024 brought us together with friends from around the world and we are thankful! International Trademark Association (INTA) #intellectualproperty #trademarks

"Innovation in Connecticut" is a feature documentary project delving into the rich tapestry of Connecticut's history of innovation, showcasing both established pioneers in various fields as well as emerging young innovators. Watch the trailer to see the wonderfully diverse and fascinating interviewees - among them is Cantor Colburn LLP Co-Managing Partner Michael Cantor. The forthcoming documentary from the University of Connecticut will intricately weave together narratives of successful innovators, highlighting their contributions and the impact of their work on the local and global stage. #intellectualproperty #innovation #entrepreneurship #TeamCantorColburn

Remembering and honoring our nation's heroes on Memorial Day.