Interview with Artist Andy Russell
We sat down with LoTempio Law displaying artist Andy Russell to ask him about his background, the inspiration for his work, and his advice for other artists. What are you trying to accomplish as an artist? My artwork is meant to portray perfect worlds of well-being in this hectic world that we live in. They […]
Interview with Lori Miller of Developing Professionals
We asked LoTempio Law client Lori E. Miller, owner and creator of Developing Professionals, to speak to us about her business, and the skills that are needed for any successful entrepreneur. What is your background and how long have you been involved with this industry? I worked in media as a journalist, higher education as […]
16th Annual Music is Art Festival September 8, 2018
The 16th annual Music is Art Festival is happening tomorrow! On Saturday, September 8th, hundreds of bands, dancers, and artists will once again take over the Riverworks complex for a celebration of Buffalo’s creativity. Erin Gormley, an attorney at Kloss, Stenger, & LoTempio, a board member of Music is Art, and Vice Chair of the Music […]
Patent Attorney Vincent LoTempio Featured on 97Rock’s Morning Bull
This week, LoTempio Law’s own Vincent LoTempio was interviewed by 97Rock’s Morning Bull. Vincent spoke about his history and experience with the patent process, new start-ups and inventions, and of course, selfie sticks. He shared some advice for new inventors who want to move forward in the process of protecting their ideas, and provided some […]
Trademark Registrations and the Amazon Brand Registry
In the modern product marketplace, a dynamic and comprehensive online presence is crucial to the continued success of most brands. Consumers have moved away from the traditional notion that goods must be purchased at brick and mortar retail stores. As a result, the rate at which goods are bought and sold online continues to skyrocket. […]
ARTPARTNERING Program Brings New Exhibit to LoTempio Law
A few months ago, we sat down with our clients Mary Ouimette-Kinney and Larry Kinney of the University Heights Arts Association to learn more about their programs and their experience as an arts organization trying to expand their reach within the community, while also protecting their intellectual property interests. The University Heights Arts Association (UHAA) […]
Interview with Maddie Drew, Creator of Crzy Lvrs
We sat down with our client Maddie Drew, a startup entrepreneur and creator of Crzy Lvrs, a community of creatives that work collectively to make a positive impact in society. Tell us a little about your background. Where are you from? I was born in Berlin and raised in New York. What are you trying to […]
Interview with Software Developer and Expert Witness David Horowitz
David Horowitz is the lead software developer and co-founder with his wife Bonnie Laszlo Horowitz of Soundside, Inc., located in New York City. David was educated at the University of Pennsylvania, began his career at Microsoft. Soundside’s clients are leaders in their industries, including pharmaceutical, scientific, manufacturing, technical, and legal. David is an expert witness […]
Interview with LoTempio Copyright Client Solomon Schmidt
Solomon Schmidt was only 12 years old when he wrote his first book, U.S. History Bites. Then, at age 13, he wrote the second book in his “History Bites” series called, US. Presidential History Bites. Now at age 14, he has written the third book in the series called, J.R.R. Tolkien History Bites. We asked Solomon to tell […]
“SERIAL” Trademark Appeals Show High Bar for Proving Acquired Distinctiveness
This week, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) affirmed the refusal by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) of the trademark application for the word “SERIAL.” Both the USPTO and the TTAB agreed that the mark is “generic” for the proposed services of “entertainment in the nature of an ongoing audio program […]
