Now this *has* to Qualify for Dilution by Tarnishment Reuters is reporting that "Google, Booble Battle Over Trademarks."

More Search Engine Keyword Suits C-Net reports that "Google faces trademark suit over keyword ads."

This is a New One Reuters is reporting that "Sex Site Sues Credit Cards Over Pirated Erotica."

And a Sigh of Relief is Heard... Law.com reports that "Judge Torpedoes Dead Inventor's Patent Claims."

Time for More Constructive Ways to Address the Legacy of Slavery? The AP is reporting that a federal court has dismissed the slavery reparations case against R.J. Reynolds, Aetna, and others. While I do agree that racial discrimination remains a problem in this country, I've always questioned both the wisdom and the effectiveness of slavery reparations cases, which, like many class actions, promise to enrich a few named plaintiffs and many lawyers, while doing nothing to alleviate the real problems the cases seek to address. (Full disclosure: I worked on a brief seeking dismissal of this case for another defendant at my previous law firm.)

It's a Step in the Right Direction The AP is reporting that "Part of Patriot Act ruled unconstitutional."

It's Spreading... Reuters is reporting that "France Joins U.S., Britain Against Song Swappers."

The Grey Lady Takes An In-depth Look at Copyright The New York Times has a six page article entitled "The Tyranny of Copyright?"

Follow Up to EFF Story The AP has this report.

Chalk One Up for EFF Cory reports on a recent victory for EFF.

Mike Rowe Case Denouement Reuters is reporting that "Microsoft Settles with Teen Over Web Site."

Turning the Tables Reuters is reporting that "Kazaa Owner Gets OK to Sue Movie, Record Companies."

How to Become a Star: Get Sued by the RIAA USA Today is reporting that "Pepsi ads wink at music downloading."

Playboy Follow-up C-Net reports that "Netscape, Playboy settle search trademark case."

Here it Comes... CNN reports "Execs vow global crackdown on music file sharing."

Guess Gates Won't Be Naming His Kids Mike... ZD Net UK reports that "Mikerosoft.ca magnifies Microsoft's PR nightmare."

Follow-up to Latest RIAA Suits Wired has this report.

Who Owns Golf Scores? Law.com reports that "11th Circuit Takes Swing at Real-Time Golf Score Dispute."

Here We Go Again... The AP is reporting that "Record Industry Files 532 Suits Against Music Downloaders."

How Many Ways Can You Dream Up to Demonstrate "Use in Commerce"? Check out Sunday's "The 5th Wave" comic.