I thought it would be fun to do an “IP Blog Round-Up” featuring some interesting legal issues with a bit of twist when it comes to the subject matter.  Click out to each blog for more details.  Enjoy!

Counterfeit Chic Blog:  Take a look at the legal disclaimers Neiman Marcus included in their holiday gift book regarding the life-size figures constructed out of Lego’s.

Likelihood of Confusion Blog:  You can’t leave your hat on … But make sure you have those cuffs and bowtie if you want to secure a trademark for the Chippendale’s dancer classic look.

Above The Law Blog:  Are Dr. Seuss’ lawyers really the Grinch that Stole Christmas or are they doing their job of protecting their client’s intellectual property?

The Trademark Blog:  Go! Fight! Win! Your school colors are protected by trademark law.

IPADR Blog:  Virtual world strip club entitled to First Amendment protection.

Patently O Blog:  Crocs and Sketchers settle their design patent lawsuit.

IP Biz Blog:  You can’t always get what you want, but you get what you need.  Justice Alito on Vice President Elect Joe Biden and plagiarism.

Firemark Entertainment and IP Blog:  Catch those trademark infringers via “Google Alert.”

Seattle Trademark Lawyer Blog:  How to become the James Rockford of IP investigations to find out about new product launches.

Las Vegas Trademark Attorney Blog:  Using EBay to raise money to defend a trademark lawsuit?  Really.

Law Of The Game Blog:  The question is generally what laws prevent a game developer from using actual car/gun names in their titles?