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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Will you be drinking Guinness today? You’ll be contributing to the 13 million pints sold worldwide on St Patrick’ Day. It’s a good thing that the Guinness mark has been registered in the US since 1935. There’s more than luck to protecting a...
Black History Month: Black Inventor Spotlight Thomas L. Jennings
On the first week of Black History Month, we are sharing the story of Thomas L. Jennings, the first African American to receive a US patent. In 1821, the tailor received a patent for “dry-scouring”, a new process for dry-cleaning delicate clothing. With the earnings...
National Girl Scouts Day
Did you know not all the girl scout cookie names are owned by the Girl Scouts of the United States of America? Samoas and Do-Si-Dos trademarks are owned by Ferrero Group. Always a good reminder to protect your IP before someone else comes along.
Florida Bar Presidential Elections
I voted. ✔ Have you? Florida Bar voting is open February 27 – March 15. Log into your Florida Bar Portal and cast your ballot for Paige Greenlee for President-Elect
National Barbie Day
Barbie isn’t just a fashion icon, she’s an IP powerhouse. She has trademark, copyright, and patent protections. In 1959, the trademark Barbie was registered for dolls. Between that & her 1961 patent, plus a mountain of copyrights, she’s a masterclass in brand...
International Women’s Day at Maxey-Fisher
This International Women’s Day, we are proud to celebrate the incredible women who drive our firm forward. From our leadership to our rising stars, the women on our team bring a unique blend of expertise, dedication, and vision to everything we do. We believe that a...