As the NCAA men’s basketball tournament tips off this week, it’s a good time to remember that phrases like March Madness, Final Four and The Big Dance are protected by federal trademark law - and unauthorized use could subject you to legal liability.
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Read MoreTwo of college football's most storied powers claim rights in the phrase "Play Like a Champion Today" going back decades, but only one has the legal right to use it today.
Read MoreA recent dispute between two Ohio barbecue restaurants offers four important trademark lessons for any business.
Read MorePlay ball! As Major League Baseball opens its 2021 season this week, team mascots will once again be returning to the ballparks - and perhaps to the courtroom.
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