Our law firm is a leader in intellectual property law. We have handled more software audits and torrent defense lawsuits than most other firms to our knowledge. We have a niche speciality practice in copyright infringement law and handle the following types of cases:
1. Software Audits (Business Software Alliance, BSA, SIIA, Vero, Siemens, Solidworks, Autodesk, Adobe and Microsoft)
2. Torrent Defense (ex. Malibu Media pornography and Strike 3 Holdings, LLC BitTorrent litigation cases in California Federal Court in the Southern, Central, Eastern and Northern District)
3. TV Signal Piracy cases (boxing match PPV infringement). Joe Hand Promotions, G&G Closed Circuit Events, Zuffa and J&J Sports Productions
4. Direct TV cases / Dish-Nagrstar piracy and IPTV defense
5. Copyright infringement litigation (jewelry, photo infringement, DMCA anti-circumvention of software access control, p2p file-sharing defense)
6. Trademark infringement & registration
7. California Right of Publicity Law / celebrity endorsement
8. First Amendment, Anti-SLAPP and social media disputes
We offer low flat rate legal fees in most non-litigation cases (ex. responding to ISP subpoena, or cease and desist or demand letters).
- California St Univ Fullerton
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- Whittier Coll School of Law
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- The Law Offices of Steven C. Vondan, P.C
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- Business & Real Esate & IP & Entertainment Law.
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- Copyright Policy Institute
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- Oversee a Washington D.C. based copyright policy and advocacy non-profit organization and think tank. Focused on fair copyright policy and fair use rights.
- Inside tips of handling GoDaddy and Domains by Proxy subpoenas
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- The MOST IMPORTANT thing to know if you receive a subpoena from your ISP
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- Understanding Vero software "phone-home" IP protection technology
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- Copyright "Fair use
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- Copyright "Fair use" tips for video producers
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- What every Doctor needs to know about Photo Infringement, Medical Liability, Internet Seminar
- MedicalJustice.com
- One hour podcast directed toward 50,000 medical professionals designed to highlight the key risk areas of photo infringement and provide practical tips to avoid costly infringement matters. Discussed Higbee & Associates and Pic Rights demand process, infringement rights and remedies, and other key aspects of responding to disputes over websites used on a medical professionals social media and corporate websites.
- How to obtain a trademark WITHOUT hiring a law firm!, InventRight Training Seminar, California
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- This was a free webinar presentation that featured Steve Vondran, Esq. ("Attorney Steve®"" as guest speaker teaching patent licensing candidates how they can seek federal trademark protection on the USPTO principal register without having to pay for costly attorney fees.
- Top 25 Copyright Infringement Law Firm in United States
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- Our firm has appeared in over 200 federal court cases (mainly dealing with copyright infringement defense and Strike 3 Holdings, LLC torrent lawsuit litigation. We are now moving close to top 20 in the United States and will update this when that happens, as it will. This is judged per cases handled.
- Recognized as #1 Copyright Infringement defense law firm in U.S.
- Unicourt
- Unicourt identified Vondran Legal® as the top copyright infringement defense law firm in 2020. We have handled many cases including photo, software, movie, video and jewelry infringement. This came as quite an honor.
- CALI award for excellence in the study of Intellectual property law
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- Top Grade Entertainment Law
- CALI award for Excellence in Legal Study
- American Jurisprudence Award in Torts
- Whittier Coll School of Law
- California State Bar # 232337
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- Activities: Discuss and analyzed issues such as trademark, parody, copyright, and patent trolling.
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We offer low flat rate legal fees for most non-litigation cases. We offer tenacious legal representation and great customer support and responsiveness.
- Intellectual Property
- Communications & Internet Law
- Internet Law, Media & Advertising, Telecommunications Law
- Entertainment & Sports Law
- Trademarks
- Trademark Litigation, Trademark Registration
- BSA Audits
- Torrent Defense
- Copyright Infringement
- Fair Use
- Defamation & SLAPP
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- Q. Using a person's name in a screenplay without asking for permission?
- A: How were the answers you got lost time? You always have to be careful using a persons name, image, or likeness without their consent. Many states have "right of publicity laws" (for example, California where I practice). There are some exceptions to the rule (in California I am speaking about), such as: 1. Statute of limitations 2. First amendment (privilege for matters in the public interest) 3. Waiver 4. Parody 5. Copyright pre-emotion 6. Incidential use (see Aliso v. Time Life books) But before you just "flip a coin" and take your chances (it's always best to seek permission from the person), its always good to discuss all the facts of your case with entertainment counsel. I know its redundant, but if you want an answer you can rely on, you need to pony up and get the advice. best of luck!!
- Q. Can I use the cowgirl photos of this game without copyright infringement
- A: I am not exactly sure what your question is, but are you referring to using the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders for commercial products? If that is the question, I would be very careful, you can run into potential problems including with "right of publicity" claims from the individual cheerleaders and potential trademark issues with the Dallas Cowboys depending on what in particular you are wanting to do. More facts are needed. Good luck. Attorney Steve®
- Q. I am writing a parody of Elsa and Anna I have a disclaimer stating it is a parody
- A: Parody protection can always be a tricky thing. A true parody is a work that makes fun (or "pokes fun") of the original. If you are doing that, you are in a much better position as section 107 does allow fair use protection for things like this, and for things such as "comment and criticism." It is important, however, to ask make sure you know the difference between parody (which is NOT copyright infringement) and using another's work for "satire" purposes (i.e. using Elsa and Anna to make fun of something else). In these types of cases, the courts will apply the four factor "fair use" test. You can google to find out more about that. If you plan on making a substantial investment, you might want to seek a fair use opinion letter, can be worth it to make sure you are protected in advance. Good luck. Attorney Steve®
Youtube Fair Use Tips by Attorney Steve
Copyright and YouTube Fair Use Tips by Attorney Steve the Video Lawyer.
Siemens PLM software piracy lawsuits overview
Attorney Steve provides an overview of Siemens PLM lawsuits.
Busted for stealing the PPV boxing fight?
Attorney Steve explains boxing match piracy claims (stealing Pay Per View signals) without having the proper commercial license.
Understanding Autodesk Software Audits - what you need to know.
Our law firm is most likely the #1 leader in the United States. We have handled hundreds of these software audits.
Copyright infringement damages
Attorney Steve discusses possible penalties and damages in a copyright infringement case such as video, software and photos.
Business Software Alliance (BSA) Audits by Attorney Steve
Attorney Steve explains what a BSA software audit is.
Attorney Steve Social Media Marketing Law Copyright Nightmares
Copyright nightmares for real estate brokers
How to win a small claims court lawsuit
Attorney Steve;s top ten tips to help you have a better chance to win your small claims case.
How to pick a great slogan for your business by Attorney Steve
How to pick a great trademark slogan for your company part 1
Penalties for pirating a PPV boxing fight by Attorney Steve®
Potential damages a bar, restaurant, lounge or night club owner may face for pirating a boxing, UFC, martial arts or PPV soccer match. Key players (Plaintiffs in this area include Joe Hand Promotions, G&G Closed Circuit Events, Zuffa, Integrated Sports and J&J Sports. In these cases you can face damages up to $100,000 or more (enhanced damages plus attorney fees). This is enough to put many small businesses out of business. We have helped many companies get these cases settled.
Strike 3 Holdings hit with HUGE Attorney Fee in non-infringement case
Strike 3 Holdings, LLC hit with attorney fee award following loss on appeal in a torrent lawsuit case in Washington State. Important case in BitTorrent litigation. In this case, there was no copyright infringement found and the Defendant was able to recover its attorney fees which was affirmed on appeal.