Why Attend?
- Explore the latest developments in trademark law, including the Trademark Modernization Act
- For trademark novices, the discussion of each new development covers the background on that area of trademark law
- For more experienced trademark practitioners, important facets of the latest developments will be discussed along with the best practices for handling them
- BONUS: For no extra charge, an assortment of box lunches will be provided to those attending in person at the Bobzien-Gaither Education Center on October 21!
The Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 amends the Lanham Act and has made significant changes to practice protocols at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), especially in regard to the kinds of applications that will be permitted. This program will provide an update on the most important recent developments in trademark and will examine the significant details and best practices while providing practice pointers for handling these changes in the law.
Join us for this essential program taught by John Farmer, an intellectual property attorney with over 30 years of experience in trademark law. Mr. Farmer has taught an annual update on recent developments in trademark law for Virginia CLE® for over 15 years.
Topics will include recent administrative developments at the USPTO that will affect your practice and expert evaluation of the Trademark Modernization Act and other trending topics, including answers to the following questions:
- Do mark-infringement settlements that limit online advertising violate antitrust law?
- Does the First Amendment protect referencing public figures in trademark registrations?
- When are trademark rights overridden by First Amendment free-speech protection?
- Are social media influencers liable for mark infringement if they promote infringing products or services?
ATTENDING IN PERSON ON OCTOBER 21?
The Bobzien-Gaither Education Center in Richmond/Innsbrook is our new state-of-the-art facility designed with your safety in mind. It features a Centurion air filtration system, which quickly and effectively eliminates viruses and bacteria. Additionally, the facility is thoroughly cleaned before each seminar, and face masks and hand sanitizer will be available.
COVID-19 POLICY FOR LIVE-ON-SITE ATTENDANCE
By attending a live-on-site Virginia CLE® seminar, you acknowledge the health risks associated with COVID-19 and that you MUST follow all Virginia CLE® COVID-19 policies. You may NOT attend a live-on-site program if you have tested positive for COVID-19, if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, or if you are under any self-quarantine orders per CDC guidelines.
Click here for details about the Virginia CLE® COVID-19 policy. Please revisit the webpage routinely for updates as we are monitoring the evolving COVID-19 situation. All updates to this policy will be emailed to registrants.
(Last updated March 2, 2022)
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