The Myth of the Patent Troll
A patent troll or “non practicing entity “or “patent assertion entity” is an individual or company that holds a patent(s) but has no intention of manufacturing the product or software. The negative connotation “troll” comes from the idea that this is a business model in which patents are obtained for the sole purpose of extorting […]
Work For Hire and Giving Away the Farm
If you provide creative solutions to your clients, make sure you carefully read the fine print and understand the full details of your legal agreement. It’s especially important for creative professionals to understand whether or not their deliverables are falling into the category of “Work For Hire.” If you are providing Work For Hire, do […]
Pesky Counterfeiters Steal Market Share
Products and services are always being counterfeited and technological advancements have actually simplified the process for infringing designers. The Internet has made the purchase of counterfeit goods accessible to anyone with a mouse and keyboard. Protecting a company’s patents, copyrights, and trademarks can be very complicated. To learn more about how companies are fighting back, […]
Now Is the Time
Your intangible assets are valuable. Now is the time to protect them. If you have developed proprietary materials such as slide shows, bullet-point lists, logos, manuscripts, or any other intellectually-based content, it’s critical that you protect your assets! The future of your business depends on it. Seek the advice of legal counsel to guide you […]
Trainers, Life Coaches, & Public Speakers — Make Sure to Protect Your Intellectual Property
Success didn’t come easy. You’ve worked hard to carve a niche for yourself and have finally become a successful public speaker, business trainer, and inspirational coach. Now, clients look to you for guidance on how to take their business to the next level. You’ve become a reliable source of information for many trusting clients. Because […]
The New York Trademarked Cronut!
People wait in line for hours to get a chance to taste the trademarked New York Cronut from the Dominique Ansel Bakery. This cream-filled croissant-doughnut’s demand wipes out the bakery’s supply daily and, not surprisingly, some duplications of the Cronut have popped up since its creation. However, because Dominique Ansel had the forethought to file […]
The Right Time to Trademark Your Company’s Name
The best time to register your Trademark is as soon as you develop it. Taking care of this important piece of business early can save you a lot of trouble in the future. Being sure that you can use your brand without infringing on a company that may oppose its use helps you move forward […]
Things You Should Think About When Starting a Business
Starting your own business is exciting and can provide you with many rewarding benefits. That said, it is a very challenging undertaking that you should not take lightly. Before you begin you will want to decide if entrepreneurship is for you and make sure you establish a strong foundation to give your company a good […]
Supreme Court Says Naturally Occurring DNA May Not be Patented
The Supreme Court recently ruled that no segment of the human DNA may be patented because they occur naturally in nature. The ruling involves Myriad Genetics of Utah which has found a way to isolate two genes thought to increase risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Those against the Myriad patents claim that to grant […]
The Importance of Hiring an Expert When Filing for Trademark Protection
Often small businesses get started without much capital. This may lead to budget concerns and perhaps filing trademarks and handling other intellectual property issues independently. It’s only when these attempts go awry that business owners realize it is a better investment to consult with an expert. I received a call from a company recently that […]
