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Amazon Just Agreed to Pay $2.5 Billion: Here’s Why That Matters
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Amazon Just Agreed to Pay $2.5 Billion: Here’s Why That Matters

Amazon will pay a record $2.5B to settle FTC claims it tricked users into Prime and made cancellation a maze. $1.5B goes to consumer refunds, $1B as penalty. The case spotlights “dark patterns” in tech — proving design can deceive. A warning to Big Tech: confusing clicks now come with billion-dollar consequences.

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The Sound of Injustice: AI, Music, and the Battle for Creative Rights
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

The Sound of Injustice: AI, Music, and the Battle for Creative Rights

AI is reshaping music, but at what cost? Publishers warn that tech giants are copying voices, lyrics, and melodies without consent, threatening artists’ livelihoods. Innovation should not come at the expense of originality. Protecting human creativity is not just legal—it’s essential to our culture.

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Constitution Day: A Living Promise to Justice, Liberty, and Equality
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Constitution Day: A Living Promise to Justice, Liberty, and Equality

Constitution Day is a reminder that the freedoms and rights we often take for granted are sacred gifts entrusted to us. More than a historical milestone, it is a living promise of liberty, justice, and equality—calling each of us to honor, protect, and carry forward the foundation of our nation.

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The Remarkable Robert Redford: A Life in Light and Shadow
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

The Remarkable Robert Redford: A Life in Light and Shadow

Robert Redford was more than a Hollywood star—he was an artist, activist, and visionary who reshaped cinema and championed independent voices. His passing at 89 marks the end of an era, but his legacy of beauty, depth, and conviction ensures his light will never fade.

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What the Hyundai Raid Teaches Us About Protecting Intellectual Property
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

What the Hyundai Raid Teaches Us About Protecting Intellectual Property

The Hyundai raid is a reminder that global events can put your most valuable asset — your intellectual property — at risk. Securing trademarks, patents, and copyrights is not just paperwork; it is the shield that protects your brand and innovation when the unexpected happens.

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The Antitrust Ruling That Cracked the Google Search Monopoly
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

The Antitrust Ruling That Cracked the Google Search Monopoly

A federal judge ruled Google’s search monopoly illegal but stopped short of a breakup. Chrome and Android stay, yet Google can’t lock up default deals and must share search data with rivals. The decision cracks Google’s dominance and marks a turning point in how Big Tech is regulated.

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Baylor Sues Boston University as the “BU” Trademark Feud Reignites
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Baylor Sues Boston University as the “BU” Trademark Feud Reignites

Baylor University has sued Boston University over use of an interlocking “BU” logo, reigniting a decades-old feud. At stake: trademark rights, licensing revenue, and brand identity in college athletics. With both schools claiming “BU,” the case highlights how trademarks shape higher education’s competitive landscape.

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Taylor Swift’s Trademark Strategy: A Masterclass in IP Protection
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Taylor Swift’s Trademark Strategy: A Masterclass in IP Protection

Taylor Swift has built more than a music empire—she’s built a brand protected by 400+ trademarks worldwide. From album titles to lyrics, even her cats, every detail is safeguarded. Her strategy shows creators and businesses alike that protecting your name, ideas, and identity is not optional—it’s essential.

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When Play Isn’t Safe: A Mom, a Legal Professional, and the Roblox Reality
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

When Play Isn’t Safe: A Mom, a Legal Professional, and the Roblox Reality

Roblox is a creative playground for millions of kids—including mine—but lawsuits reveal it’s also a hunting ground for predators. As both a mom and a legal professional, I see urgent gaps in safety. Parents must stay vigilant, and Roblox must put protection over profit—our children’s safety depends on it.

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The Ugly Truth: How Cosmetic Surgery Chains Are Killing Patients for Profit
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

The Ugly Truth: How Cosmetic Surgery Chains Are Killing Patients for Profit

Major cosmetic surgery chains are facing lawsuits over 12 deaths and countless disfiguring injuries tied to unqualified doctors, risky bonus incentives, and high-pressure sales tactics. Before signing up, patients must know the red flags, ask the right questions, and protect their lives—not just their looks.

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Building More Than Homes: Behind Beacon Homes of Oklahoma
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Building More Than Homes: Behind Beacon Homes of Oklahoma

Beacon Homes of Oklahoma, led by Andy Crum and Eric Thornhill, is building more than houses—they’re strengthening communities. At Ed White Law, we are proud to protect the brand behind their mission and deeply value clients who invest in people, place, and purpose. Their vision reflects exactly the kind of impact we’re honored to support.

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Loving Day: A Powerful Reminder That We’ve Come Too Far to Turn Back
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Loving Day: A Powerful Reminder That We’ve Come Too Far to Turn Back

Loving Day honors the 1967 Supreme Court case that struck down bans on interracial marriage — a victory for love, dignity, and civil rights. In today’s climate of rising hate and division, it reminds us that we’ve come too far to turn back. Love is not just personal — it’s powerful, and it’s worth defending.

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Eight Mile Style vs. Meta: The $109 Million Copyright Battle Over Eminem’s Hits
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Eight Mile Style vs. Meta: The $109 Million Copyright Battle Over Eminem’s Hits

Eminem’s music publisher, Eight Mile Style, is suing Meta for $109M, alleging the tech giant used his songs without a license across Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit claims Meta profited from widespread, unauthorized use of Eminem’s music to boost engagement—highlighting growing tension between artists and Big Tech.

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