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April 10, 2026By Leyda Mujica
Everywhere you look lately, there’s a shiny ring on someone’s finger—and it’s not the kind that comes with a white dress, vows and a lifetime of commitment. The newest phenomenon are smart rings, wearable technology that quietly tracks everything from movement and health metrics to sleep.[i] Its small sleek design with built-in sensors promises users […]
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March 3, 2026By Alexia Betancourt
Mickey Mouse’s iconic ears are nearly inescapable: on license plates, souvenir keychains, and Florida Disney annual pass decals. Given how deeply embedded Disney’s symbols are in American culture, it is difficult to imagine a legal landscape where Disney no longer holds exclusive rights to those symbols. As of January 1, 2026, the original cartoons of […]
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February 24, 2026By Gianelle Cabrera
If a shopper has ever walked into two different stores and felt as though they were seeing double, the same product under a different label, that resemblance was likely intentional. Fast-retail brands thrive on the fine line between imitation and competition, but when does lawful competition become unlawful imitation? Putting that question to the […]
Copyright LawFeaturedIntellectual PropertyReal Estate Law
February 13, 2026By Frances Lissabet
Real estate law has always been about land, boundaries, and ownership. Modern real estate practice, however, increasingly turns on something less tangible—digital content. Floor plans, architectural renderings, and listing photography now drive buyer interest, shape pricing, and determine whether a property gets attention in a crowded market. Yet despite their commercial value, these materials are […]
