It has long been the principle that trademark law aims to prevent consumer confusion about the origin of goods.[1] The first sale doctrine in Trademark Law allows a purchaser to resell a trademarked product without incurring liability for trademark…
Intellectual property (“IP”) law serves as the protective cornerstone for the creative industries—an especially important one at a time when unprecedented global connectivity links so many and in the process, so greatly heightens the potential for improper takings. Yet,…
The Cardozo AELJ Author Interview Series seeks to give our readers further insight into the Articles and Notes published in the Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal. In this interview, Professor Aman K. Gebru discusses his Article, The Piracy…
When one thinks of art, one generally thinks of something physical. That isn’t the case anymore as non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, are breaking down such notions. NFTs are completely digital, “you can’t touch it, but you can own it.” For…
On March 29, 2021, the famous rapper, Montero Lamar Hill, more commonly known as Lil Nas X, released a highly anticipated limited-edition sneaker collaboration with the Brooklyn-based company, MSCHF Product Studio Inc. (“MSCHF”). Coming in at $1,018 a pair, the…
The Chinese government developed what it calls a “poverty alleviation program”—initially reported to target individuals living in poor, rural regions such as Xinjiang. The program would “compel” those living in poverty in Xinjiang to work for significantly reduced wages in…
“All that for a drop of blood.” Easter season would not truly be complete without a controversial story involving Satan. But how exactly does a tendentious music video involving a lap dance with the devil ultimately lead to a lawsuit…
Americans are proud of their domestic incorporations, sourcing, and/or production and want to market as such. The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) is a federal agency charged with the authority to regulate unfair and deceptive advertising in the marketplace. If a…
It is safe to say that Chinese consumers, whether purchasing in China, online, or abroad, are an ever-important part of the fashion industry. Specifically, Chinese consumers spend billions of dollars on luxury goods. In 2018, Chinese consumers were responsible for…
Increased simplicity of sharing information and rapid dissemination of user-generated content in the digital era has introduced challenges and uncertainty around many aspects of intellectual property law. Just last year, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) updated its guidelines outlining how…
Introduction In the year 2015 alone, the United States fashion industry generated over $343 billion in revenue.[1] Fashion is not just a business—it is also a respected art form in the United States.[2] Despite the economic and artistic significance of…
Lord and Taylor, Warner Brothers, and L’Oreal all have something in common. Each of these companies have employed “social media influencers” to advertise their products and brands to consumers on social media.[1] Social media influencers (“influencers”) tend to be described…
