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??? Fish Tank Newsletter Intellectual Property Insights from Fishman Stewart Fish Tank? is our periodic newsletter providing information on current intellectual property trends. Finny says "JOIN Our Newsletter" ????? #intellectualproperty #propertylaw #iplaw #trademarks #copyrights

?? #APAExpo2025 Session Spotlight | Making the Most of AI Curious about how artificial intelligence is shaping the personalization industry? Fishman Stewart’s very own Michael Stewart will join a panel of experts who will share their real-world applications of AI, exploring its impact on strategic planning, design, marketing, communications, and legal aspects specific to personalization. ?? Meet the Panelists: ?? Justin Varn, Awards4U (Moderator) ?? Michael Mullins, Sonoma Laser Engraving/Laser Engraving 911 ?? Michael B. Stewart - Patent Attorney / IP Specialist, Fishman Stewart PLLC ?? Dan Bencsick, Bux-Mont Awards ?? Mike Westbrook, Mile High Laser Engraving Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your AI knowledge! #APAExpo25 #LightBurn #Design #Workshop #Personalization #DesignSoftware #LaserCutting #ProjectTips #LightBurnCommunity #AI

In the US, ???Thanksgiving?is quickly approaching. For many, Thanksgiving and?(American) ?? football?go hand-in-hand, with the?Detroit Lions’?game as much a staple of the holiday as turkey and ?? pie.? Since 1934, the Lions have been a Thanksgiving Day fixture, creating a tradition beloved by fans nationwide. However,?this year’s game?arrives amid controversy: ?? Lions’ legendary?Hall of Famer Barry Sanders?is facing a lawsuit alleging ?? copyright infringement. By Kristyn Webb ...READ Newsletter???? #Football #Patents #CopyrightInfringement #DetroitLions #IPLawyers

?? #APAExpo2025 Session Spotlight | Making the Most of AI Curious about how artificial intelligence is shaping the personalization industry? Fishman Stewart’s very own Michael Stewart will join a panel of experts who will share their real-world applications of AI, exploring its impact on strategic planning, design, marketing, communications, and legal aspects specific to personalization. ?? Meet the Panelists: ?? Justin Varn, Awards4U (Moderator) ?? Michael Mullins, Sonoma Laser Engraving/Laser Engraving 911 ?? Michael B. Stewart - Patent Attorney / IP Specialist, Fishman Stewart PLLC ?? Dan Bencsick, Bux-Mont Awards ?? Mike Westbrook, Mile High Laser Engraving Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your AI knowledge! #APAExpo25 #LightBurn #Design #Workshop #Personalization #DesignSoftware #LaserCutting #ProjectTips #LightBurnCommunity #AI

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Fishman Stewart PLLC has once again achieved recognition as a tier-ranked firm in the 15th edition of Best Lawyers? United States Best Law Firms report! We’re honored to be awarded Tier 1 rankings in the metropolitan area for: Litigation – Intellectual Property Trademark Law This recognition reflects the respect Fishman Stewart has earned among peers and clients alike, highlighting our commitment to excellence, integrity, and depth of expertise. Thank you to our clients and colleagues for your trust and support! #BestLawFirms #IntellectualProperty #TrademarkLaw #FishmanStewart

As the weather cools and we approach ??Thanksgiving, many of us look forward to quality time with family and friends. Our gatherings at this time of year often feature pumpkin decorations and pumpkin culinary creations. But gourds are more than just pretty carved faces or foundations for tasty dishes. ??Pumpkin related patents can provide insights into agricultural innovation, food technology, and decorative products. According to U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) patent records, the earliest pumpkin related U.S. patent issued in 1903 for a machine used to divide pumpkins (US0740119 A). From there, the US Patent Office has issued over 100 patents to protect a variety of pumpkin related technology. Patents have issued for everything from ???tools to processing machines, food products, lights, toys, decorations, and plant hybrids, to name a few.? By Cecily O'Regan ...READ Newsletter???? #Trademark #Patents #Thanksgiving #Pumpkin

Exciting News at Fishman Stewart! We’re thrilled to welcome John McGrath to our team as the Supervising Relationship Manager! With a rich background in organizational development, marketing and branding, sales strategy, and workplace culture, John’s diverse experience perfectly complements our firm’s mission of growth and client engagement. In this role, John will collaborate closely with our talented attorneys on business development initiatives that support firm expansion while deepening relationships with our valued clients. Additionally, he’ll oversee select internal operations to optimize our resources, enhance recruiting efforts, and streamline communications across the firm. John also brings a strong commitment to community service, holding board positions with Macomb County Habitat for Humanity and Advancing Macomb, where he serves as treasurer. His leadership and dedication make him a wonderful fit for Fishman Stewart! Welcome to the Fishman Stewart family, John! We’re excited for all we’ll accomplish together. #WelcomeToTheTeam #FishmanStewart #GrowthAndInnovation #IntellectualProperty #RelationshipManagement #CommunityLeadership

After three years of litigation, a court has held that the “beat that goes on” for Cher’s right to continue receiving royalties on ??songs created during her marriage to Sonny Bono, despite attempts by Sonny’s widow, Mary Bono, to invoke federal copyright termination rights to end those payments. Cher brought the lawsuit against Mary in 2021 after Mary ??stopped paying Cher royalties for songs that Sonny and Cher had recorded during the late 1960’s to mid 1970’s as a married performing duo. Sonny and Cher divorced in 1975 and had a divorce agreement drawn up in 1978, which split the royalties from certain songs. Sonny remarried in 1986, and served in Congress from 1995 until he?passed away in 1998 in a skiing accident. During his Congressional tenure, he was instrumental in drafting and?championing legislation that reformed US copyright law.?? By Kristyn Webb ...READ Newsletter???? #Trademarks #IPLaw #Cher #Sonnybono