Ian Block Featured in Sports Litigation Alert‘s Article

Ian Block, a partner in our Intellectual Property practice group, was featured in Sports Litigation Alert‘s article, “Attorney Offers Insights on NCAA’s Approach to Trademark Enforcement During March Madness.” In the article, Ian explains how the NCAA enforces its trademarks during its annual basketball tournament, often treating any use without a formal partnership as unauthorized. He notes that while cease-and-desist letters are common, courts may still uphold defenses such as nominative fair use, underscoring the importance of careful brand positioning.

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