Month: August 2024
When we file a patent application, we deal with an examiner, and there’s a back and forth. And sometimes we just get to an impasse where we believe the invention is patentable and the examiner does not. And it doesn’t matter what we do, we speak to the examiner, maybe we may speak to the Read More
On the other hand, a freedom to operate search looks at an item that you want to build, you want to make it, you want to sell it, and you want to see if other people have patents that may stop you from selling it because you’d be infringing their patents. Sometimes it works both Read More
There are basically two kinds of searches. One search is to determine if you can obtain a patent. So this is what we call a pre-examination search, where a searcher will try to see if there is anything to stop you from getting a patent, if what people have done before, what we call the Read More
When we think of a copyright, we normally think of books, movies, plays, songs, photographs, and similar items. But equally important is to ask what items cannot be copyrighted. Items such as personal names, business names, domain names, titles, slogans, short phrases such as recipes, blank forms, formulas, and general ideas can not receive copyright Read More
Many things theoretically can function as a trademark. A trademark simply needs to link a product to a company in a consumer’s mind. Normally, trademarks are words, phrases, logos, symbols, or acronyms. However, there are new classes of items that can be trademarked. These include such items as sound, such as the Intel jingle, the Read More
Intellectual property (IP) rights are legal protections granted to creators and inventors for their original works and inventions. These rights are crucial for encouraging innovation and ensuring that creators can benefit from their efforts. This guide will provide a comprehensive overview of the different types of IP rights, their importance, and how businesses and individuals Read More
Trademark infringement is a serious threat to small businesses, involving the unauthorized use of a trademark that is identical or confusingly similar to a registered trademark owned by another entity. For small businesses, trademark infringement can lead to significant financial losses, damage to brand reputation, and costly legal battles. The effects can ripple through all Read More
Renewing your trademark is crucial to maintaining its protection and ensuring the continued exclusivity of your brand identity. Trademarks are valuable assets that provide legal protection and enhance business credibility. Without timely renewals, a trademark can be canceled, resulting in the loss of rights and potential brand dilution. This article explores the key considerations for Read More
Trademarks are a crucial component in protecting your business’s brand identity. They differentiate your products or services from competitors and help build consumer trust and loyalty. This article explores the essentials of trademarks, providing businesses with the knowledge they need to effectively protect their brand. What is a Trademark? A trademark is a recognizable sign, Read More
There are two different international treaties that are most important here. There is the Paris Convention, which was signed many, many years ago, over a hundred years ago. And what it says is that if you file a patent application in one member country and you file in the second member country within one year, Read More