Verizon & Red Bull Violate Olympic Rules by Tweeting

The Olympic Rules strictly state that if you are not one of the official sponsors, then they may not associate themselves with the Games. Apparently, Verizon, Red Bull, or any other like company would have to pay tens of millions of dollars to show their support for the Games on twitter.

Although the penalties are vague I'm sure the U.S Olympic Committee will put an end to what they call "ambush marketing."


Read Article At: http://blogs.wsj.com/digits/2010/02/22/red-bull-verizon-tweets-run-afoul-of-olympics-rules/

In Need of a Real Estate Agent?

I have found that when you deal with a real estate agent some are just looking out for their take. Not this time. I have worked with Nazila Pace twice now and she has been a great agent and friend throughout the process. She is professional, approachable, and responsive.

If you are looking to buy or lease I definitely suggest contacting her at (714) 904-8302 or check out her website at www.exclusivepropertiesca.com

Fight Against Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease, without a cure, that affects approximately 400,000 people in the US alone.

Law Students for Safe Access is throwing a benefit concert at Whittier Law School to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society on Thursday, March 4th. The night will be filled with Music, Food and Drinks, Games, and we will be raffling off 2-three day passes for the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, with the winner getting both sets of tickets!

I will be attending and donating bottles of wine for the event. If you would like to help out please contact Arge Vasilakos at ismenet@gmail.com.

Opening Reception was a Success

The Opening Reception for Atlas Law Group was a great success. Thank you all for coming and showing your support. The food was great and I had a great time talking with everyone.

Privacy Concerns with Google "Buzz"

Google is now reacting to the poor privacy settings on Google "Buzz." So not only is Google Buzz very similar to Twitter/Facebook but it's not protecting it's users. Why exactly do we need this?

For more information on the privacy settings and what Google is doing to improve them see the link below.

http://news.cnet.com/8301-30684_3-10452412-265.html

WWW.ATLASLAWGROUP.COM

Atlas Law Group is now on the web. Please check out my site and the full screen feature. I hope you enjoy it. www.atlaslawgroup.com

Publishers Fight to Raise E-Book Prices

After Apple's iPad was unveiled, Amazon.com was given an ultimatum by Macmillan Publishers to raise the prices on their electronic books or to wait six months after Macmillan had made new titles available to other outlets such as the iPad.

I assume that Macmillan has a contract with Amazon.com regarding the prices on their electronic books. Is it really fair or good business to strong arm someone because they didn't plan for new technologies?

Super Bowl Attracts Counterfeiters

Super Bowl XLIV not only provided a victory for the New Orleans Saints but it also provided counterfeiters with the opportunity to take advantage of loyal NFL fans. Consumers should protect themselves by shopping in established stores, researching the item before purchasing, and checking the quality of the merchandise. Remember, if it's too good to be true, it probably is.

Intellectual Property WebCast

One thing I love about the internet is all of the free information you can access. I found a great website called BrightTalk: Webcasts. There are different channels in a multitude of industries that you can subscribe to. I personally subscribe to three different channels:

Intellectual Property
Managing IP: trademarks & internet
Global Compliance Channel