Flying Dog Sues Michigan Liquor Control Over Rejected Label

Every once in a while I find a dispute between a brewer and a regulatory agency that goes public. Rarely is this dispute over one of my favorite beers. So, this one has a bit more relevance. Flying Dog Brewing Co. is a prominent Baltimore brewer that started in Aspen, Colorado over 20 years ago. [...]

Black Raven Brewing Loses Trademark Battle Against Wine Producer

This is somewhat of a travesty – but truly the way that trademark law works. Yesterday, June 21, 2010, Black Raven Brewing Co. lost a trademark battle over its “Black Raven Brewing Company” name and mark design.  The story was first reported over at Seattle Beer News. The challenge was brought by Franciscan Vineyards, who [...]