By: Michael Chesal Counsel for the Applicant, Michael Chesal and Peretz Chesal & Herrmann, P.L. It’s rare to have a client willing to appeal a refusal to register a mark at the USPTO.  It’s even more rare to prevail on appeal, as the TTAB historically affirms about 90% of refusals based on likelihood of confusion. Therefore,...Read More

The Business Law Section 2023 Annual Labor Day Retreat included a fundraiser for Laces of Love. Members collected 45 pairs of shoes as well as generous monetary donations.  September 11, 2023 Dear Mike and all the wonderful members of the Fl Bar Association Retreat Day! It is with great appreciation that I address this letter...Read More

Congratulations to BLS Members who earned Board Certification BUSINESS LITIGATION Shyamie Dixit, Tampa Przemyslaw Lukasz Dominko, Sarasota Joey M. Lampert, Fort Lauderdale Aaron Stenzler Weiss, Miami INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW Peter Andrew Koziol, Boca Raton William Rafael Trueba, Miami REAL ESTATE Giacomo Bossa, Coral Gables For a complete list, click here.Read More