Comparing Name and Portrait Rights: China vs. U.S. IP Law

This coursework explores a pivotal IP dispute in China involving the use of 'Qiaodan,' linked to Michael Jordan. It analyzes legal issues such as name protectability, evidentiary claims, and rejected defenses, alongside evolving IP laws. Key outcomes include trademark invalidation and insights into China's legal approach compared to U.S. standards. The case underscores economic, moral, and public perception factors shaping IP frameworks in a global context.