Can a Trademark Really Take Away a Drag Performer’s Name? The Lexi Love Case Update Explained
The Lexi Love trademark dispute is now in federal court, and the latest ruling is an important reminder that stage names can carry serious legal, financial, and personal weight. This June 2026 update explains the court’s denial of Selena Scola’s preliminary-injunction request, what it does and does not mean, and what drag performers, adult entertainers, artists, and other creatives should know about protecting a public-facing name.
Can I Use a Big Brand’s Name as a Joke or Parody for My Nebraska Business? Lessons from Patagonia v. Pattie Gonia
A clever pun or parody name may seem harmless, but trademark law can create significant risks when that name becomes part of a business, merchandise line, or brand identity. Using the ongoing Patagonia v. Pattie Gonia lawsuit as a real-world example, this article explores how federal trademark law analyzes parody, consumer confusion, dilution, and brand protection. Nebraska entrepreneurs, creators, and small business owners will learn why changing a few letters in a famous brand name is not always enough to avoid legal trouble and what steps they should take before launching a new brand.
Who owns your ugly Christmas sweater?
Ugly Christmas sweaters are fun to wear, but the artwork and branding printed on them are often protected under copyright, trademark, and Nebraska’s Right of Publicity laws. Whether you’re buying one or planning to sell holiday merch online, it’s important to understand who owns the design and when a license is required. This guide explains how IP law applies to holiday apparel and what you need to know before turning a festive idea into a business.
Lizzo’s 2025 Copyright Lawsuit: Can You Be Sued for Sampling an Unreleased Song?
When Lizzo was sued in 2025 over her unreleased demo Good Jeans, it raised a surprising legal question: can you be sued for sampling a song that hasn’t even been released? The lawsuit highlights how U.S. copyright law protects recordings the moment they’re created—not when they hit streaming platforms. This post breaks down what the Lizzo case means for creators, influencers, and brands using music online, and why “just a clip” on TikTok can still lead to serious legal consequences.
Can a Trademark Really Take Away a Drag Performer’s Name? The Lexi Love Case Explained
When RuPaul’s Drag Race finalist Lexi Love lost bookings and digital platforms over a trademark battle, it showed how fragile a performer’s name can be without legal protection. As an attorney practicing lifestyle law for adult entertainers and creatives, I break down how trademark disputes work, what “common law rights” really mean, and why securing your stage name is essential for your career and identity.
Is Labubu Just a Toy—or a Legal Case Study in Modern Consumer Law?
From counterfeit plushies to blind box controversy, Pop Mart’s viral character Labubu is at the center of major legal issues. Learn how intellectual property, consumer protection, and influencer law all collide in one wildly popular toy—and what collectors and creators need to know to stay protected.
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