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Events September 2023

Legal Podcast Pod Curiam Interviews Kirk Sigmon re Nerds v Nintendo

Kirk Sigmon sat down with the Cardozo Law Review Podcast, “Pod Curiam,” to discuss how recent developments in video game emulation and so-called “decompilations” affect copyright law. Kirk’s talk relates to his upcoming law review article, “Nerds v. Nintendo: Video Game Decompilations versus Rights-Holder Interests,” which will be published in Volume 45 of the Cardozo […]

Copyright Intellectual Property

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Publication September 2023

Nerds v. Nintendo: Video Game Decompilations versus Rights-Holder Interests

This Cardozo law review article, part of Kirk's Edison fellowship with George Mason Law, examines video game decompilations and the balance between fan activity and rights-holder interests.

Intellectual Property Legal Analysis

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Publication September 2023

Bottle Battles: Lawsuits in the World of Alcohol Bottling

In an article published in Santé Magazine, Kirk Sigmon explores the alcohol industry’s legal battles over bottle designs, labels, bags, wax seals the word “handmade.” The piece explores the battle over a skull-shaped bottle, Crown Royal’s famous drawstring bag, Tito’s use of “handmade,” and more. You can read more about the alcohol industry’s most fascinating […]

Intellectual Property Legal Analysis

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Publication May 2023

Patent Protection for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Kirk Sigmon authored a LexisNexis practice note on patent protection for artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Artificial Intelligence Intellectual Property

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News April 2023

Kirk Sigmon Recognized by Super Lawyers in 2023

Kirk Sigmon was recognized by Super Lawyers in 2023 for intellectual property work.

Industry News Intellectual Property

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Events March 2023

Kirk Sigmon Joins Lex Machina Patent Litigation Panel Discussion

Kirk Sigmon was part of a Lex Machina Patent Litigation panel in March of 2023. The panel discussed the trends in U.S. Patent Litigation, including: You can learn more about this event by clicking here.

Intellectual Property Litigation

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Events February 2023

Kirk Sigmon on at Temple Spine Symposium Ortho Grand Rounds: Innovations in Spine Surgery

Kirk Sigmon presented at the Temple Spine Symposium Ortho Grand Rounds: Innovations in Spine Surgery on Saturday, February 11 at 9:20am CT. The symposium explores the innovations and developments taking place in the spinal surgery practice. Kirk’s presentation, titled “Intellectual Property Law for Spine Surgeons,” explored the opportunities and importance of intellectual property protection for […]

Intellectual Property Speaking Engagements

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Events January 2023

Kirk Sigmon at Motor & Drive Systems Conference

Kirk Sigmon spoke at the Motor & Drive Systems conference in Orlando, Florida, on February 1 and 2, 2023. Kirk’s presentation, titled Leveraging Patents for Competitive Advantage of IoT and AI in your Powertrain Systems, focused on key aspects of IP as it applied to motors, magnetics, powertrain systems, and more.

Intellectual Property Speaking Engagements

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Events November 2022

Kirk Sigmon to Present on Prior Art Searches at IP Service

Kirk Sigmon presented at IP Service World in Munich, Germany on Monday, November 21. Kirk’ presentation, titled “Getting the Most Out of Your Prior Art Searches,” explored the best practices of conducting a productive art search. Kirk and his co-presenter, Joni Sayeler, CEO of Uppdragshuset Sverige AB, provided attendees with an outline of how to […]

Intellectual Property Patent Prosecution

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Events October 2022

Kirk Sigmon to Present on Patenting Artificial Intelligence at World IP Forum in Bangkok

Kirk Sigmon spoke at the World IP Forum (WIPF) on October 11th in Bangkok, Thailand. Kirk’s presentation, titled “Tips and Tricks for Patenting Artificial Intelligence in 2022,” explored the best practices in working with the ever-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Kirk’s presentation focused on difficulties in patenting artificial intelligence-related inventions, strategies for […]

Artificial Intelligence Intellectual Property

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