Intellectual Property Blog

Doug Bania testifies at trial and helps defendants prove $0 in damages

Doug Bania testifies at trial and helps defendants prove $0 in damages

The Plaintiffs sought damages against the Defendants of “at least $1,900,000, constituting lost profits in the amount of $1,154,385, out-of-pocket mitigation expenses of $299,600, and statutory interest of $477,863. In addition, Plaintiffs claimed additional damages of “$400,000-$500,000” that they claimed would be necessary for them to hire an outside digital... Read more

Nevium Founding Principal Selected to Multiple INTA Committees

Doug Bania was appointed to the INTA 2022 – 2023 Right of Publicity (ROP) Committee. The ROP Committee develops and advocates policy on the right of publicity. The Committee monitors and analyzes developments in treaties, case law, legislation, and implementation in various jurisdictions, and proposes policy recommendations to the Board.... Read more

Defamation Investigations: A Big Leap in Fighting Back – Doug Bania Authors Article for The Intellectual Property Strategist

Sticks and stones may break bones, but defamatory words on the internet can break a brand. However, as internet tools become more sophisticated, businesses are more equipped to fight back and prove defamatory statements. In an article for The Intellectual Property Strategist, “Defamation Investigations: A Big Leap in Fighting Back,” Founding Principal Doug Bania explained... Read more