I. Priority A. Who used the mark first??? · Senior user has the right to sue junior users for infringement. · Mark must be “used” in commerce to have priority….
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I. Introduction. Often given short shrift in contract negotiations, force majeure clauses surged to the forefront of many attorneys’ discussions with their clients regarding their legal rights and…
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I. Small Business Reorganization Act (SBRA) A. Signed into law by President Trump on August 23, 2019 B. Enjoyed broad bi-partisan support 1. H.R. 3311 2. S. 1091 3. Pub….
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