Matt Akiba Moderates Panel At Inaugural IP X Influence Conference At FIU Law!
Matt Akiba was invited back to his alma mater, the FIU College of Law, as a moderator at the Inaugural…
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Outkast and “ATLiens”: Why Common Law Trademark Rights Matter
Federal trademark registration is important. But it is not the whole story. In the United States, trademark rights can arise…
If a Room is Repainted, Has the Artwork Inside Been Altered Too? That Is the Question in This New Lawsuit.
Most artists and art businesses think of VARA claims as cases about destruction, mutilation, or direct physical changes to an…
Cardi B, Paparazzi Photos, and a Basic Copyright Rule: Being in the Photo Is Not Owning the Photo
A recently filed copyright lawsuit against Cardi B is a useful reminder of a rule that surprises a lot of…
When Expert Opinions Move the Art Market: Authentication, Authority, and Legal Risk
In the art market, expert opinions are not just academic. A statement about authenticity, attribution, condition, provenance, or catalogue raisonné…
AI Can Create But Under U.S. Copyright Law, It Still Cannot Be the Author
Artificial intelligence keeps forcing copyright law into harder and harder questions. But at least for now, one rule remains firmly…
Matt Akiba Awarded Miami Dade Bar’s 40 Under 40 Award!
Akiba Law Founder, Matt Akiba, was awarded the prestigious 40 Under 40 Award by the Miami Dade Bar’s Young Lawyers…
Brand It Right, Trademark It Early, Avoid Paying Later
A lot of businesses treat trademarks like an afterthought. They focus on the exciting parts first. The name. The logo….
Bad Deal, Broken Promise, or Fraud? The Difference Matters Under Florida Law
People often use the word “fraud” when a deal goes badly. But under Florida law, a bad deal, a broken…
Matt Akiba Moderates Art Basel Panel On “Art At The Intersection Of Law And Technology!”
Matt Akiba recently moderated a panel put on by the Miami Dade Bar’s Intellectual Property and Law & Technology Committees…
A Consignment Agreement Is Not Just Paperwork
Consignment arrangements often look simple on the surface. An artist, collector, or owner delivers artwork to a gallery, dealer, or…
Always Learning, Always Contributing: Reflections from Two Recent Speaking Engagements
One of the core values at Akiba Law is simple: Always Learning, Always Contributing. This principle guides how I serve…
The Florida Bar International Law Section Spotlights Matthew Akiba
I’m grateful to share that The Florida Bar International Law Section (ILS) recently featured me on their LinkedIn page. As…
Mystery Boxes, Brand Names & Legal Risk — A Closer Look at RillaBox
Mystery-box platforms like RillaBox are gaining popularity. For consumers they promise thrill and surprise. For brands and the law? There…
Hermès Beats Birkin “Tying” Case in N.D. Cal.—Key Takeaways for Scarcity-Driven Brands
A California federal judge dismissed—with prejudice—the proposed class action claiming Hermès illegally conditioned access to Birkin (and Kelly) bags on…
Florida’s Museum Loan Law: What Lenders, Estates, and Museums Need to Know (F.S. §267.0723).
Florida has legislated clear rules for property loaned to museums—and what happens when lenders go quiet. Museums must keep written…
Florida’s Chapter 686: The Fine Print That Can Rewrite Your Art Deals
If you are an art dealer or an art lawyer representing art dealers in Florida, it is imperative you have…
Akiba Law Founder Matthew Akiba Attends ILS End of Summer Happy Hour
Akiba Law Founder Matthew Akiba attends the End of Summer Happy Hour hosted by International Law Section of the Florida…
Sampling the Legends—Or Stealing? Three Six Mafia Sues $uicideboy$ Again
Three Six Mafia sues rap duo $uicideboy$ a second time for copyright infringement. With one quick listen of any song…
The Battle Over ‘Gang Starr’: Solar’s Second Strike Against DJ Premier
For a second time, the “Most Evil Man in Hip-Hop” strikes again, coming after the late Guru and DJ Premier,…
The Price of Nothing: How a Blank Canvas Sparked a Legal Battle
As an art lawyer, I find the case of Jens Haaning’s “Take the Money and Run” both fascinating and thought-provoking,…
Matthew Discusses Recent Developments in Art Law at FIU Law 2025 SEFA Annual Symposium
Akiba Law Founder, Matthew Akiba, participated in the 2025 SEFA Annual Symposium at the FIU College of Law where he…