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Gruyere a Common Name for a Cheese or a Trademark?

Say Cheese! Is Gruyere a Common Name for a Cheese or a Trademark?

This unsettled question has been in dispute since 2015 when two European dairy consortiums – one from Switzerland and one from France – filed an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office seeking registration of GRUYERE as a “certification mark” for cheese. This filing did not sit well with the International Dairy Foods Association (among others), so they

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What Constitutes Felony DWI in Texas

What Constitutes Felony DWI in Texas

A DWI can turn into a felony easily. It is important to know what makes a DWI rise to a felony. It is even more important to hire a lawyer if you’re facing a felony DWI. A felony DWI comes with a lot harsher punishments and is a serious charge. Hiring an experienced DWI lawyer should be your first priority.

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2023-2024 Tennessee Traffic Accident Statistics Released by TDOT

According to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), accidents are the fourth leading cause of death among Tennessee residents. It’s ranked third in the U.S. for traffic fatalities. Car accidents can happen in an instant and drastically change (or end) your life. One of the main ways the state of Tennessee tries to reduce

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Wernicke's Encephalopathy

Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Medical Malpractice

A brain disorder that can be caused due to vitamin deficiency, Wernicke’s Encephalopathy can have a devastating impact on your health. It is important for a doctor to diagnose Wernicke’s disease in its early stages; failing to do so can have long-lasting implications on one’s health and could lead to permanent brain damage.  What are Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Korsakoff Syndrome?

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Trademark Registration Perks

Trademark Registration Perks

“With great [brands] comes great responsibility.” — Uncle Ben Parker When it comes to proactive brand protection, the absolute best thing a company can do is to obtain a U.S. trademark registration. Obvious Trademark Registration Benefits Legal presumptions about the mark’s ownership and the owner’s right to use the mark. “Constructive notice” of the mark owner’s rights in that mark

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burn injury

Defense Base Act Claims for Burn Injuries

The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a compensation program that covers any medical treatment needed by a civilian who has been an employee of any defense contractors while working for the U.S. military, whether in the country or overseas. If you have a friend, loved one, or relative who has suffered burns while serving their country as a civilian contractor,

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Hospital Negligent Brain Damage from Vitamin B1 Deficiency

Vitamin B1 Deficiency in Hospitals: A Hidden Cause of Permanent Brain Injury In as little as 2-3 weeks, a hospitalized patient can develop permanent, devastating brain damage from a condition that costs mere dollars to prevent. When hospitals fail to monitor and treat Vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency, patients can rapidly develop Wernicke’s encephalopathy – a severe neurological condition that can

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Gruyere a Common Name for a Cheese or a Trademark?

Say Cheese! Is Gruyere a Common Name for a Cheese or a Trademark?

This unsettled question has been in dispute since 2015 when two European dairy consortiums – one from Switzerland and one from France – filed an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office seeking registration of GRUYERE as a “certification mark” for cheese. This filing did not sit well with the International Dairy Foods Association (among others), so they

Read More »
What Constitutes Felony DWI in Texas

What Constitutes Felony DWI in Texas

A DWI can turn into a felony easily. It is important to know what makes a DWI rise to a felony. It is even more important to hire a lawyer if you’re facing a felony DWI. A felony DWI comes with a lot harsher punishments and is a serious charge. Hiring an experienced DWI lawyer should be your first priority.

Read More »

2023-2024 Tennessee Traffic Accident Statistics Released by TDOT

According to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), accidents are the fourth leading cause of death among Tennessee residents. It’s ranked third in the U.S. for traffic fatalities. Car accidents can happen in an instant and drastically change (or end) your life. One of the main ways the state of Tennessee tries to reduce

Read More »
Wernicke's Encephalopathy

Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Medical Malpractice

A brain disorder that can be caused due to vitamin deficiency, Wernicke’s Encephalopathy can have a devastating impact on your health. It is important for a doctor to diagnose Wernicke’s disease in its early stages; failing to do so can have long-lasting implications on one’s health and could lead to permanent brain damage.  What are Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Korsakoff Syndrome?

Read More »
Trademark Registration Perks

Trademark Registration Perks

“With great [brands] comes great responsibility.” — Uncle Ben Parker When it comes to proactive brand protection, the absolute best thing a company can do is to obtain a U.S. trademark registration. Obvious Trademark Registration Benefits Legal presumptions about the mark’s ownership and the owner’s right to use the mark. “Constructive notice” of the mark owner’s rights in that mark

Read More »
burn injury

Defense Base Act Claims for Burn Injuries

The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a compensation program that covers any medical treatment needed by a civilian who has been an employee of any defense contractors while working for the U.S. military, whether in the country or overseas. If you have a friend, loved one, or relative who has suffered burns while serving their country as a civilian contractor,

Read More »

Hospital Negligent Brain Damage from Vitamin B1 Deficiency

Vitamin B1 Deficiency in Hospitals: A Hidden Cause of Permanent Brain Injury In as little as 2-3 weeks, a hospitalized patient can develop permanent, devastating brain damage from a condition that costs mere dollars to prevent. When hospitals fail to monitor and treat Vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency, patients can rapidly develop Wernicke’s encephalopathy – a severe neurological condition that can

Read More »

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