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Articles 41 results
7.17.23
Do Large Language Models Violate Copyright Law?
Comedian Sarah Silverman is suing the maker of ChatGPT over alleged copyright infringement. How strong is her case? And what does it mean for the future of AI? Eric Fingerhut of Dykema’s Intellectual…
5.20.22
Trends in Patenting Vehicle Motive Technology
Tom Moga authored the Bloomberg Law article, "Trends in Patenting Vehicle Motive Technology." The article points out how conventional engine technology has given way to technologies aligned with…
2.09.22
It’s Not Just COVID: Understanding the Drop in U.S. Patent Application Filings
Michael Gzybowski authored the IP Watchdog article, “It's Not Just COVID: Understanding the Drop in U.S. Patent Application Filings.” In the article, Gzybowski discusses possible reasons for the drop…
Dykema Drives Auto Webinars 3 results
5.09.24
During this webinar we will discuss legal challenges and strategies related to ransomware and extortion tactics, data ownership and IP protection, emerging regulations impacting data privacy and…
2.23.23
Dykema’s 2023 Automotive Trends Report Webinar Series: E/AV, IP, Government Regulations
Many respondents expressed an industry-wide focus on legal benefits and risks tied to new electric and autonomous vehicle technologies, including increased government regulation and incentives and…
9.29.22
Candidly Speaking: US and China Patent Examiners Compare and Contrast Roles
Join Dykema attorneys and former US and China patent examiners Thomas Moga, Mike Gzybowski, and Ruiwei Wu for a lively discussion comparing and contrasting their respective roles, including topics…
Dykema Litigation Institute Webinars 2 results
8.24.21
What to Expect When Expecting Nuisance Patent Litigation
Please join us for this complimentary webinar which will survey tactics used in nuisance patent litigation and provide guidance on steps that companies can take in fighting back and gaining leverage…
7.23.19
The Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) resulted in an increase in trade secret claims in the last three years. Separately, while there had been a slowdown in patent litigation claims during that same…
Legal Alerts 25 results
2.17.25
The fair use defense may have narrowed for AI companies after a Delaware federal court ruled that ROSS Intelligence infringed upon 2,243 of Thomson Reuters’ copyrighted headnotes. This decision has…
1.30.25
The Future of Creativity: U.S. Copyright Office Clarifies Copyrightability of AI-Generated Works
As generative AI continues to reshape creative industries, the Copyright Office’s findings provide crucial guidance on how existing copyright law applies to AI-assisted and AI-generated works.
11.18.24
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office will roll out significant changes to trademark filing fees starting January 18, 2025. With the introduction of surcharges aimed at promoting complete and timely…
One Minute Matters Video Series 9 results
2.25.25
Can AI training data be considered fair use? In Thomson Reuters v. ROSS Intelligence, the court ruled that using Westlaw’s headnotes to train AI wasn’t fair use—it was commercial and non…
1.16.25
Filing a U.S. trademark application in 2025? Don’t get sticker shock when the price tag goes up. After new USPTO fee increases went into effect on January 18, 2025, understanding the impact they could…
12.12.24
One Minute Matters [Video]: How Do You Make Sure Your Patent Is Protected Overseas? (with Tom Moga)
What do you do when the patent meant to safeguard your invention is invalidated? If that patent is in China, this risk is becoming increasingly common. Tom Moga breaks down the factors driving this…
Podcasts 2 results
8.20.24
How challenging is it to secure a trademark for your cannabis brand?
Picture this: Your cannabis business is thriving, sales are through the roof, and you’ve developed a loyal, passionate following for your brand. And yet… you still haven’t been able to register a…
7.30.24
Collaboration or contamination? Here‘s how to protect your cannabis trade secrets.
Cultivating a competitive edge in the cannabis industry hinges on innovation. But protecting those game-changing ideas is a hazy process that poses a lot of questions: Can you collaborate with other…
Press Mentions 151 results
3.14.25
“Squires’ Breadth Sets Him Apart From Recent USPTO Leaders”
Tom Moga was quoted in the Law360 article, “Squires’ Breadth Sets Him Apart From Recent USPTO Leaders.”
2.19.25
“Will the US Copyright Office’s AI stance create more problems than it solves?”
Mike Word was quoted in the World Intellectual Property Review article “Will the US Copyright Office’s AI stance create more problems than it solves?”.
2.13.25
“4 Takeaways From 1st Opinion On AI Training And Fair Use”
Mike Word was quoted in the Law360 article, “4 Takeaways From 1st Opinion On AI Training And Fair Use.”
Press Releases 142 results
8.15.24
216 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 216 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 guide and the Best…
8.12.24
47 Dykema Attorneys Named to 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 26 of its attorneys from the firm’s Michigan offices—and from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2024 Super Lawyers list by Michigan…
5.27.24
Abirami Gnanadesigan Listed as a 2024 Woman of Influence by Los Angeles Business Journal
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Abirami (Abi) Gnanadesigan was selected to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2024 “Women of Influence: Attorneys” list. The special…
Publications 9 results
2.18.25
Dykema’s Automotive Industry Group, a four-time recipient of Law360’s Practice Group of the Year for Transportation, is pleased to announce the release of its 3rd Annual Automotive Trends Report. This…
12.20.24
Intellectual Property Update and Year in Review | December 2024
In this newsletter, we offer insights into key developments from the past year and explore factors that may influence 2025.
2.14.24
Dykema’s 2nd Annual Automotive Trends Report has taken the pulse of industry leaders—from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers to seasoned executives and key decision-makers—to…
Speaking Engagements 28 results
3.06.25
“Hazy Hodgepodge: Navigate the Cannabis Trademark Landscape”
John Fraser and Marsha Gentner will be co-presenters for the Intellectual Property Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and Institute of Continuing Legal Education’s Intellectual Property Law…
3.03.25
If Not China, Where? The State of IP in Asia's Alternatives
Tom Moga will serve as moderator for the education session, “If Not China, Where? The State of IP in Asia’s Alternatives,” which is part of the Intellectual Property Track of the 2025 AUTM Annual…
9.25.24
Tom Moga will serve as a featured presenter at the USTPO's China IP Road Show presentation, “Strategies for protecting and enforcing intellectual property in the PRC: What Utah businesses need to…
Webinars 26 results
5.02.24
Tom Moga served as a featured presenter for the Mich Bio webinar, "Inter Partes Review," on Thursday, May 2, 2024.
11.21.23
Transparency and Intellectual Property in China: Problems and Prospects
Tom Moga will serve as a featured presenter for the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) webinar, "Transparency and Intellectual Property in China: Problems and Prospects," on November…
2.14.23
Tom Moga to Serve as Featured Speaker for MichBio I.P. & Legal Advice Virtual Coffee Break
Tom Moga will serve as a featured speaker for Mich Bio’s virtual coffee break program, “I.P. & Legal Advice,” on February 14, 2023. The program is an open half-hour chat discussing the basics of…
