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At Heitner Legal, we are committed to advocating for athletes who face unforeseen challenges that impact their collegiate careers. We are pleased to announce the successful securing of a medical hardship waiver for Gage Hensey, a talented men’s track and field athlete at the University of Oklahoma. This waiver restores an additional year of eligibility […]
Heitner Legal is proud to announce a decisive victory on behalf of our client, Mac Jones, quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers. On December 2, 2025, the U.S. Copyright Claims Board dismissed with prejudice all claims brought against Jones by psychologist Keith Bell, finding that Jones’s use of Bell’s copyrighted material constituted fair use under […]
At Heitner Legal, we are proud to announce a significant victory for our client, Caleb Van De Griend, a talented men’s basketball player at Idaho State University. On November 4, 2025, the District Court of Bannock County, Idaho, granted an ex parte temporary restraining order in our favor, enjoining the National Collegiate Athletic Association from […]
We’re thrilled to announce that Heitner Legal has successfully secured the federal trademark registration for ANGEL REESE (Reg. No. 8,004,000) for Chicago Sky star Angel Reese. Registered on October 28, 2025, for use in International Class 28 covering basketballs, this latest trademark victory represents another strategic move in building one of the WNBA’s most robust […]
The prediction market industry has experienced explosive growth in 2025, with platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi processing billions of dollars in trading volume and attracting unprecedented mainstream attention. As these markets mature from niche curiosities into significant financial platforms, they operate in an increasingly complex regulatory landscape that presents both opportunities and challenges for startups […]
This week, we’re excited to highlight four recently registered federal trademarks that exemplify how smart brand strategy protects growing businesses. Just registered on October 14, 2025, two companies have secured valuable intellectual property assets that position them for long-term success. Beau Monde Builders: A Tale of Two Marks Florida-based Beau Monde Builders, Inc. has secured […]
In a landmark decision that will reverberate throughout the entertainment industry, Judge Jeannette A. Vargas of the Southern District of New York dismissed Drake’s defamation lawsuit against UMG Recordings over Kendrick Lamar’s explosive diss track “Not Like Us.” The October 9, 2025 ruling provides critical guidance for artists, entertainers, and public figures navigating the intersection […]
As a creator in today’s digital landscape, you’ve likely heard that your work is automatically protected by copyright the moment you create it. While this is technically true, it’s only half the story, and relying on this incomplete understanding could leave you defenseless when it matters most. The Automatic Copyright Myth Yes, copyright protection begins […]
At Heitner Legal, P.L.L.C., we are thrilled to announce a significant win for our client, Aaron Turner, in a high-stakes arbitration proceeding under the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) Regulations Governing Player Agents. On September 10, 2025, Arbitrator Jeffrey Mishkin issued a Final Award in favor of Mr. Turner, granting him full entitlement to his […]
Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick’s recent foray into trademark applications has hit some significant roadblocks, providing a valuable case study in why proper trademark due diligence and experienced legal counsel are essential for successful brand protection. The Applications That Didn’t Make the Cut Belichick, through his company TCE Rights Management LLC, filed […]
Welcome to this week’s Trademark Tuesday! We’re excited to highlight our clients’ latest trademark registrations that demonstrate the diverse range of businesses securing their intellectual property rights. From cutting-edge digital entertainment to essential services, this week’s featured registrations show how trademark protection serves businesses across every sector. Featured New Trademark Registrations SUPERPHASED – Reg. No. […]
If you’ve recently filed a trademark application, you may have received what appears to be an official notice requesting payment for “publication fees” or similar services. Stop before you pay. These documents are likely scams designed to exploit trademark applicants who are unfamiliar with the legitimate USPTO process. The Reality of Trademark Scams Trademark scams […]