Before You Sue: Smart Alternatives to Trademark Litigation **Attorney Advertising**

You’ve just discovered someone using a trademark that’s uncomfortably similar to yours. Your first instinct might be to call a lawyer and file a lawsuit. But hold that thought; litigation should usually be your last resort, not your first response. There are several effective (and less costly) ways to handle trademark disputes before heading to […]

Post-Merger Integration: Don’t Let IP Fall Through the Cracks **Attorney Advertising**

The champagne’s been popped, the deal is signed, and two companies are now one. But while everyone’s celebrating the merger, there’s crucial work to be done – especially when it comes to intellectual property. Too often, companies discover IP integration hurdles months after closing, leading to costly complications and missed opportunities. Why IP Integration Matters […]

Can You Copyright a Font? The Complex World of Typeface Protection **Attorney Advertising**

In today’s digital age, fonts and typefaces play a crucial role in branding and design. But when it comes to protecting these valuable assets, many creators and businesses find themselves confused. Can you copyright a font? What about a typeface? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think. Understanding the Difference First, let’s clear […]

Letters of Protest: Your Early Defense Against Problem Trademarks **Attorney Advertising**

You’re scrolling through trademark filings and suddenly spot it: someone’s trying to register a trademark that’s uncomfortably similar to yours, or perhaps one that’s clearly descriptive of the goods being sold. What can you do before this becomes a bigger problem? Enter the Letter of Protest – a powerful but often overlooked tool in trademark […]

Business Music Licensing: Are You Unknowingly Breaking the Law? **Attorney Advertising **

Picture this: You’re creating the perfect ambiance in your café, retail store, or office with your favorite Spotify playlist. Seems harmless, right? Here’s the reality check: if you’re using a personal streaming account for business purposes, you might be risking costly legal consequences. Understanding Music Licensing in Business When it comes to playing music in […]

Navigating Stock Photo Rights: Don’t Let “License Free” Fool You **Attorney Advertising**

Over the years of protecting creative professionals, we’ve encountered countless situations where “free” stock photos came with unexpected legal consequences. We regularly work with content creators who believed they were using properly licensed images, only to face copyright infringement claims later. The problem often isn’t malicious intent – it’s misunderstanding the complex world of image […]