Category Archives: UMBLR Insights

Sweet Victory: Ferrara, Owner of Nerds Trademark, Prevails Over Cannabis Candy Maker

Emma Johnson – On January 28, 2022, Ferrara Candy Co., the maker of Nerds, successfully obtained a permanent injunction against Higharchy LLC for trademark infringement. The injunction arose out of a lawsuit filed by Ferrara in Illinois against Higharchy, a cannabis retailer and manufacturer, for selling “Bud Bites” and “Bud Clusters,” THC-infused candies whose packaging […]

Into the Spider-Verse: Untangling the Web of a Decades-long Custody Battle Over the Iconic Superhero

Megan Norris – Originally debuting in the pages of Marvel Comics in 1962, Spider-Man has become one of the most popular superheroes in the world. The ingenious story of a relatable and awkward teenager who obtained spider-like powers from a radioactive spider bite captured the hearts of fans across the globe and the attention of […]

Online Sports Betting Loses Big In Florida…For Now

Matthew Benedict – Betting on sports is ingrained in human culture with roots dating back to the gladiators of Roman times. Sports and betting have since evolved, offering gamblers the opportunity to bet on Super Bowls and hotdog eating contests alike. Until recently, the majority of sports gambling was conducted via illegal or offshore bookmakers […]