Decades Of Experience In Science, Business And Intellectual Property Law
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,...
If you discover someone has been using your intellectual property (IP) without your consent, you might feel understandably angry. This is even more true if that other party has been doing so for their own financial gain. You might encounter people who tell you it is...
Coming up with an invention or a solution to a problem that you think could be highly profitable is always exciting, especially if you believe you are the first one to come up with it. One thing you might want to do is patent it before someone else comes up with the...
Patent prosecution is typically a lengthy process. Unless the applicant qualifies for expedited processing under a special program, it could take a year or longer to obtain a patent. Significant research into existing patents and pending applications is necessary to...
The term “disgorgement” (sometimes referred to as “disgorgement of ill-gotten gains”) is used when a party is required by the court or a regulatory authority to repay those from whom they’ve illegally profited. It’s often used in fraud cases involving embezzlement,...
Businesses that have registered intellectual property (IP) have control over original creations, trademarks and patented products. Those that hold IP rights can maintain exclusive control or may license those rights to outside parties. Maybe a competitor...
Many businesses have an interest in acquiring copyrighted works. Copyright protections limit who can distribute, monetize and publish original creations. Both publication and formal registration can ensure sole control over copyrighted works for decades. Businesses...
Every day, businesses develop unique ways of doing things, from how they manufacture products to how they deliver services or manage internal operations. Yet, many organizations overlook one key area of intellectual property protection: process patents. Patenting a...
A company’s intellectual property can be very valuable. It can provide a source of income or contribute to the company’s unique brand. Intellectual property can include copyrighted original works, trademarks that represent a brand, patented products and even trade...