Fire of Genius

On this episode, associates discuss how wearable and neurotracking technologies—from WHOOP bands to BrainCo headsets—are transforming athlete performance while creating major legal, privacy, and national‑security risks that current U.S. laws, lawsuits, and regulatory efforts are only beginning to confront. This episode was recorded in Spring 2026. 

On this episode, associates discuss the complex legal tension between celebrity fame and trademark ownership. Through high-profile cases involving icons like Taylor Swift, Lizzo, and Usain Bolt, the group examines whether these legal protections truly prevent consumer confusion or simply grant stars exclusive control over the culture they help create. This episode was recorded in Spring 2026. 

On this episode, associates discuss the recent LEGO lawsuit against a competitor on copyright and trademark grounds because of similarities between LEGO minifigures and action figures produced by the competitor. Associates also overview some other legal battles of toy and gaming companies around their intellectual property rights, including Pokemon, Labubu, and NERF. This episode was recorded in S...

Appellate review of patent cases gets complicated, especially when legal conclusions rest on disputed facts. In this episode, Adrienne Dellinger, IP Litigation Associate at Caldwell Cassady & Curry PC, joins associates to walk us through how courts handle appellate review of claim construction and obviousness determinations, and why the mixed question of law and fact makes all the difference.

When can an internet provider be held liable for what its users do online? On this episode, associates break down the Supreme Court's decision in Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment and what it means for the future of copyright enforcement in the digital age.

On this episode, audio editors follow Maurer alum Dan Amin's journey from law school to Lucasfilm. Join us for a conversation about following your intuition, the controversial thumbs up emoji, and quintessential Star Wars lore.

On this episode, associates consider the impacts of Artificial Intelligence on the work of different creative industries. The discussion revolves around the Human Artistry Campaign's "Stealing Isn't Innovation" campaign, the ongoing  New York Times v. OpenAI  case, and how the training of LLMs can involve multiple potential copyright concerns along the process.

On this episode, associates explore the "Squires era" at the USPTO, examining how Director John Squires has leveraged the Arthrex decision to centralize power and drastically lower PTAB institution rates. From the procedural shock of the Blackhawk ruling to the rise of summary denials, the group analyzes whether this shift brings necessary accountability or introduces a new era of unrevi...

On this episode, associates discuss what it means to be an "Author" under the Copyright Act. The episode dives into Authorship of animals, the divine, and AI in the modern age.

On this episode, associates discuss Amazon's Ring technology which occupies a contested space in modern life, embodying a central conflict between personal security and collective privacy. On one hand, it is marketed and widely adopted as a consumer-friendly home security tool, empowering individuals to protect their property and communities. On the other, it is sharply criticized for its expa...

On this episode, associates explore how U.S. patent law might handle a real-world Jurassic Park. From Chakrabarty to Myriad, they dig into whether resurrected species, hybrid genomes, and dino-based pharmaceuticals could ever be patented—or if nature still owns the rights to its oldest creations.

On this episode, associates explore the intricate relationship between Generative AI, the data centers that power it, and the resulting environmental impact.

On this episode, associates discuss recent IP entering the public domain, including an overview of the history of copyright law, how companies use trademark protection, and certain media recently entering or about to enter the public domain– including Disney’s Steamboat Willie.

On this episode, audio editors sit down with David Joyal: musician, scientist, attorney, and the VP of Legal, Patents at one of the world's largest beauty companies.

On this episode, associates discuss the intense patent showdown between Optis and Apple.

On this episode, associates discuss the latest chapter of Erik Brunetti's fight with the USPTO.

On this episode, associates are joined by Professor Robert Meitus to discuss sampling in the music industry.

On this episode, our audio editors sit down with Chris Reed, the EVP and General Counsel of Fox TV, to discuss IP law, his work, and legal journey.

On this episode, associates discuss recent whistleblower allegations against META, the limitations of COPPA, and other similar controversies.

On this episode, associates continue discuss the AlgoRhythms Symposium, a conference centered on copyright, music, and artificial intelligence, including a discussion on the keynote speaker and his address, Bill Patry.

On this episode, associates recap the panels and discussions held during the AlgoRhythms Symposium, a conference centered on copyright, music, and artificial intelligence.

On this episode, associates are joined by Professor Jennifer Oliva to discuss the world of regulatory exclusivities and how they interact with patents.

On this episode, associates are joined by Professor Jennifer Oliva to discuss her work and the intersection of intellectual property and health law.

On this episode, associates are joined by Chad Main to discuss his legal journey, his opinions on legal automation and practical business considerations for users, and more on the intersection between the legal tech industry and IP rights.

On this episode, associates discuss the latest IP disputes, specifically about foreign copyrights, inspired by the lawsuit filed by Superman co-creator Joe Shuster against DC Comics and its parent company - Warner Bros.