UNIVERSITY OF AKRON SCHOOL OF LAW

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3/21/2011
Live from the IP Symposium: Trademark Law Developments
Trademark Law Developments Professor David Welkowitz (Whittier Law School) discussed 5 different issues involving trademark law (dilution, adwords, contributory liability, aesthetic functionality, and rights of publicity).
3/21/2011
Live from the IP Symposium: Copyright Law Developments
Copyright Law Developments Robert W. Clarida, Cowan Liebowitz & Latman Mr. Clarida began with a discussion on Viacom v. YouTube (currently on appeal to Second Circuit).  YouTube argues the § 512(c) safe harbor protects it and unless Viacom gives a takedown notice, YouTube is protected.  Viacom argues that § 512(c) doesn't apply because YouTube was "aware of facts or circumstances from which infringing activity is apparent."   Judge Stanton (SDNY) says just knowing that there is some general infringement going on is not enough - a red flag is needed.  The court based its decision on the "no monitoring rule" of the DMCA which says there's no obligation to monitor the site and check the content that's coming in (§ 512(m)).  Mr. Clarida says the red flag standard by Judge Stanton is too high and hopefully the Second Circuit will clear it up on appeal.
3/19/2011
Book Signing to be Held March 30 For "Feminist Legal History: Essays on Women and the Law"
The University of Akron School of Law will be hosting a book signing and reception for “Feminist Legal History: Essays on Women and Law,” by Tracy A. Thomas, professor of law and Dr. Tracey Jean Boisseau, professor of history. Join the authors in the law school atrium from 4:30 – 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30 for a discussion about the book, followed by a reception and book signing.
3/17/2011
UA inventor receives Ohio Patent Legacy Award
Dr. Joseph Kennedy, UA distinguished professor of polymer science and chemistry, is the honoree.
3/15/2011
March 15
Professor Jack Sahl is quoted in a Columbus Dispatch story on attorney-client privilege and Jim Tressel. Text is available here .
3/11/2011
March 11
A front-page story in the Akron Legal News highlights the achievements of the Akron Law Law and Leadership Moot Court students. Electronic text is not available.
3/10/2011
March 10
A preview story on the Richard C. Sughrue Symposium on Intellectual Property Law and Policy ran in the Akron Legal News. Electronic text is not available.
3/8/2011
Intellectual property law symposium on March 21
The latest developments in intellectual property law will be the focus of the 13th annual Richard C. Sughrue Symposium on Intellectual Property Law and Policy on Monday, March 21 at the John S. Knight Center in Akron.
3/5/2011
Akron Law and Sughrue Mion PLLC Law Firm Sponsor 13th Annual Intellectual Property Law Symposium on March 21
The University of Akron School of Law and Sughrue Mion PLLC law firm will sponsor the 13th annual Richard C. Sughrue Symposium on Intellectual Property Law and Policy on Monday, March 21 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the John S. Knight Center in Akron.
2/28/2011
Feb. 28
Professor Ann Schiavone is noted in a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette story about employee time devoted to political work for Pennsylvania State Sen. Jane Orie. The story is available here.


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