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Using a Service Mark In Commerce

Judith L. Grubner

The Federal Circuit has now ruled that advertising a service that the applicant intends to provide in the future, but is not actually providing on the date of the application, is not "use in commerce." Thus, advertising submitted to the USPTO with a use-based application as a specimen of use of the mark in commerce, must relate to existing services already being provided to customers.

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Chapter 9 Cases with Debtors Other Than Cities, Counties and Towns

Jay R. Bender

Over the past several years, Chapter 9 has been the subject of unprecedented attention, both within the bankruptcy bar and among the public at large. This surge in interest is attributable to a number of high-profile Chapter 9 cases filed recently by cities, counties, and towns throughout the country.

Navigating the Minefield of U.S. Export Control

Robert Appleton

While the export control regulatory framework can present a dizzying array of requirements for exporters, companies also risk being held responsible for the activities of others, including those abroad who trans-ship their products to destinations embargoed by the United States, or in violation of U.S. licensing or regulatory requirements.

Columns & Departments

Drug & Device News

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Items about marijuana laws and choice of law

IP News

Brent T. Hagen

Federal Circuit to Decide On First Amendment Constitutionality of Barring Disparaging Trademark Registration<br>Federal Circuit: The PTO's Refusal to Terminate IPR Proceedings Is Not a 'Final Agency Action'

Columns & Departments

In the Courts

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

In-depth analysis of a recent case in which the government paid $45M to Northrop to settle trade secrets litigation.

Co-op Sale Contracts: Allocating the Risk of Potential Co-op Board Interference

Stewart E. Sterk

When may a coop buyer escape from a sale contract based on erroneous statements made by the coop board that would, if accurate, interfere with the buyer's right to occupy space associated with the coop shares the buyer has contracted to purchase? The First Department recently faced that issue.

Columns & Departments

Development

ALM Staff & Law Journal Newsletters

Cases involving vested rights, and area variance denial.

Features

Small, Midsize Firms Adapt to Increased Scrutiny

Max Mitchell

Like their larger counterparts, small and midsize law firms are facing escalating scrutiny from clients over their efficiency, project management and costs. But not all small and midsize firms are reacting in the same way.

'I Demand a Refund'

Vivian M. Quinn & Lynnette Nogueras-Trummer

Numerous class action complaints have been filed recently, challenging labels' claims that the products are "all natural." One of the many roadblocks for plaintiffs in establishing class certification in these cases has been finding a reliable damages methodology that can withstand scrutiny. This article summarizes several proposed models, and how the courts have dealt with them.

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