Fox Chicago Interviews Daliah Saper about Revenge Porn
Saper Law regularly handles cases involving revenge porn and various alternate forms of online sabotage. Fox News reporter Craig Wall interviewed Daliah Saper about the pros and cons of a new law being proposed by Illinois Senator Michael Hastings to address this problem. Watch the video here: Chicago News and Weather | FOX 32 News CHICAGO (FOX 32 News) - Other states already have laws making revenge porn a crime, and now Illinois is poised to crack down as well on, what experts say, is a growing problem. The problem, revenge porn, is people who try and get back at Continue Reading
RSVP for the 6th Annual Designer Roundtable at Saper Law
Continuing its tradition of supporting designers and entrepreneurs, Saper Law Offices will hold its Sixth Annual Designer Roudtable event on Thursday, December 19. Attendees are invited to bring their unique pieces, their pocketbooks, or just themselves, to “shop, sell, and share.” You can read about the first roundtable event here. The roundtable discussion format focuses on a variety of business issues, both legal and operational. Daliah Saper, Principal Attorney at Saper Law and a Chicago Fashion Foundation Board Member, will serve as the moderator and discussion leader for a number of key subjects, answering questions about: business incorporation, the hiring of Continue Reading
Saper Law Attorneys Discuss Fashion Law at Chicago-Kent
Chicago-Kent College of Law's Intellectual Property Law Society hosted Saper Law attorneys Shyla Jones and Aaron Midler for a discussion on Fashion and Law. Shyla and Aaron shared with Kent students the basics of protecting fashion with intellectual property law. Aaron began the presentation with an overview of the classic trademark case Qualitex Co. v. Jacobson Products Co.,where the Supreme Court of the United States determined that color per se is eligible for trademark protection if it is non-functional and serves as a source identifier. Shyla continued the discussion with a review and analysis of both the District Court and 2nd Circuit's competing interpretations of Qualitex and each Continue Reading
Saper Law Attorney Aaron Midler to Speak at Chicago Songwriters Workshop
Songsalive!, the largest international non-profit organization supporting, promoting and educating songwriters and composers worldwide since 1997 brings you another songwriting critique workshop at the Beat Kitchen with guest speaker, entertainment lawyer Aaron Midler, discussing "Copyrights, Contracts and Music Licensing"! Aaron will discuss a variety of legal issues related to the music industry and provide support for the songwriting community in Chicago. For more information check-out Songsalive! information on this event and contact Saper Law for assistance on your music law questions and concerns.
Daliah Saper Lectures for MBA Students at Chicago Booth
On October 30, 2013, Daliah Saper, principal attorney of Saper Law Offices, was a guest lecturer for MBA students at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Daliah presented a thorough lecture to the students on Copyright 101. Copyright law comes into play in a variety of business models and at various stages in business development. If you have questions about copyright or business law contact Saper Law Offices today.
Saper Law Panel Recap: “Print Design & Fabric Sourcing for your Apparel Business”
Saper Law hosted a panel of fashion industry experts to discuss various issues affecting the apparel entrepreneur in sourcing fabric and trim. Topics included best practices when sourcing, as well as copyrights, trademarks, and other legalities that arise when conducting business in the apparel industry. The event began with a discussion led by Xochil Scheer, of the Apparel Agency, about the differences between importing materials and sourcing domestically. The Apparel Agency provides both niche fashion startups and large corporations with preparation, management, and support throughout the development process. Xochil discussed some of the complications that may arise when working with Continue Reading
Social Media Week Chicago 2013 Success!
This year, Daliah spoke on FIVE panels at Social Media Week Chicago. The week was a huge success! At her first panel, Daliah discussed the relationship between social media, online defamation and managing your online reputation. The second panel focused on how social media impacts higher education. The turnout was fantastic and people loved the discussion! Daliah presented information about the new FTC disclosure rules as they relate to social media for her third panel, and gave a general overview of law and social media on her fourth panel. Daliah wrapped it up on the panel for Social Media Week's Board of Directors Continue Reading
Saper Law Attorneys to Speak at Design Cloud
If you're a designer or small business, you come up with valuable ideas everyday. But do you have the the knowledge and resources to protect them? You and your work have rights. On October 8th, attorneys from Saper Law and Nick Stocking from Design Cloud, will participate in a panel discussion about intellectual property and your rights. This unique panel talk will focus not only on the business side of IP, but also the design side. We'll cover the basics, then open the floor up to your questions and clarifications. This event is perfect for small businesses and start ups, along Continue Reading
Daliah Saper lectures on the legal issues surrounding setting up a website
Daliah Saper will be participating as a panel member at an upcoming webinar hosted by Financial Poise about the legal issues faced when creating a website for your business. Click on the link below for more information: IP Issues In Setting Up A Website Series: Intellectual Property 101 Negotiating with a web designer; selecting a domain name and how that meshes with trademark law; understanding fair use: these are just some of the concepts explored in this webinar. Principal Audience: Attorneys and Advisors Partner: West LegalEdcenter Price: $175.00 Timing: Starts: 07/31/2013 10:00am Ends: 07/31/2013 11:00am *All times are Central Standard Time(CST/GMT - 6:00)
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and Saper Law Offices partner for business legal basics Seminar
On July 24, Saper Law Offices and the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce will partner to present a Business Legal Basics seminar. Information below: Need to consult with a lawyer about the legal steps necessary to start a new business, get a trademark, or negotiate a contract, but you're not sure how much it will cost or what the process is? Maybe you just want a second opinion? Saper Law attorneys will provide answers to these questions and more in this fun, free seminar that is sure to be worth your time. To register for the seminar https://www.chicagolandchamber.org/wdk_cc/events/eventDetails.jsp?cc_event_id=c585c41f-c0ac-46d0-a4bd-704d5875955d For more info https://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/Go-to-There-Chicago-Legal-Business-Basics-214601201.html Quick Details Continue Reading