Decades Of Experience In Science, Business And Intellectual Property Law
Your trademark is what defines your brand from others in the market. As such, it should be unique and protected to prevent unauthorized use that could undermine your brand identity. However, trademarks still get infringed and some of the ways your trademark could be...
If you are thinking of registering a trademark with the USPTO, it would be in your best interest to conduct a trademark search before filing. Also referred to as a clearance search, this preliminary step can offer significant benefits, including the following. 1. Help...
Business can be competitive, and if you’re successful, it’s likely that someone will try and copy you at some point. Before a rival can try to copy your ideas and branding, they may need to carry out some due diligence or, in other words, they may spy on you. Here’s...
If you are about to go through a merger or acquisition, you need to think about the two companies' intellectual properties (IP). You don't want to experience misunderstandings regarding IP rights or encounter potential risks from the other company. Below are two...
Patent practitioners and inventors may be required to declare the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the invention process when submitting patent applications to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Concealment of important information from the...
Non-compete agreements have been a staple in employment contracts for a long time. The agreements generally aim to protect a company’s intellectual property rights against misuse and abuse by former employees. It’s no secret, however, that a potential ban has been in...
If someone comes up with an invention or process using artificial intelligence (AI), can they still patent it? Just how much of a role can AI play in the creation for it not to be eligible for a patent? Do they need to disclose the use of AI? Those are among the...
The once-futuristic realm of biotechnology has become a vibrant reality in innovation hubs like Texas. From gene editing to personalized medicine, this field holds immense potential to transform healthcare and improve countless lives. Scientists and entrepreneurs are...
Your intellectual property may be your most valuable resource – so it’s disconcerting, aggravating and a little scary to think that your rights can be challenged by someone who neither creates nor innovates. However, that’s the reality when you’re up against a...
When you have worked hard and invented something, you want to protect it from abuse or unlawful use. For this to happen, you need to patent your creation. By law, however, a patent will only protect your intellectual property rights for a specified period. Because...