On
the Lighter Side: It’s about spice.
Maybe it’s time to spice up your life. After all, NASA
astronauts are growing chile
peppers in space, and Wendy’s is experiencing a backlash after swapping
in a spicy new ghost
pepper sauce in place of a customer favorite. Use good bread to help
absorb the heat.
Photo by Timothy L. Brock at Unsplash.
IP Disputes
Often Require Time and Patience
In a matter of months, the City of
Pasadena won the first round in its dispute with the Tournament
of Roses over rights to the Rose Bowl name. Only time will tell
whether or not this early win ends the matter. Two other cases, one involving Walking Dead IP and the
other between Tiffany
and Costco, each took about eight years to settle.
Because the time it takes to resolve disputes varies
widely, a clear understanding of the financial implications in an IP matter are
critical to effective management of this type of litigation. Asterion can
provide the analysis your matter needs to reach a successful conclusion.
We are always amazed at the number of Ponzi Schemes. If it sounds too good to be true, contact Asterion.
FYI
Reports suggest Johnson & Johnson is considering bankruptcy as a response to the talc liabilities the company faces.
Trends We’re Watching
Two recent class actions filed by shareholders challenge mortgage company disclosures.
Amazon may be forced to recall hazardous products if a new CPSC suit succeeds.
What’s Puzzling Us
Time and money was spent on developing Mac n’ Cheese flavored ice cream. Was the publicity worth it?
What
Doesn’t Surprise Us At All
Cockatoos
in Australia have learned from each other how to dumpster dive.
The uses of DNA are many: you can track timber thieves, find
descendants of Leonard
DaVinci, or identify which dog is pooping on
your lawn.
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Watch List
Enjoy these movies with great
diner scenes.
A rare glass octopus has been
filmed.
Spotlight on IP Damages & Economic Consulting
Asterion, Inc. has extensive experience providing expert and
consulting advice related to the financial and economic issues of evaluating
intellectual property