Decades Of Experience In Science, Business And Intellectual Property Law
A business should actively manage its intellectual property (IP) portfolio, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. IP portfolio management is an essential strategic practice for businesses, yet not all do it. Here is what to know about this...
If you own a trademark, your job isn’t over once it’s registered. In fact, that’s when the real work begins. You must continuously monitor and enforce your trademark rights. This is what trademark policing is all about. It’s a legal duty, and if you ignore it, your...
You’ve built your brand, the name, the logo and the look. So when someone else starts using something suspiciously similar, you want answers fast. But what does trademark infringement really mean under the law? Trademark law isn’t just about identical copies. It’s...
The decision to litigate against someone for using your trademark is not one to make lightly. Nonetheless, it is sometimes necessary to do so. The following three things can increase your chances of a successful resolution. 1. Ensure that there was trademark...
Being accused of intellectual property (IP) infringement is going to make your life more complicated than it needs to be. While there is always the chance that someone could accuse you of an infringement even if you’ve done everything correctly, many claims occur...
Business owners, executives and successful professionals may want to establish trademarks as part of a broader branding effort. Trademarks are visual representations of a company or a specific brand that may feature prominently on signage and packaging or in...
Choosing a business name can feel exciting, especially when it reflects your vision and the brand you’ve been wanting to build. For many business owners, that name quickly becomes one of the most valuable parts of the company itself. But a name that sounds clever,...