Intellectual Property Legal Guides (90 found)

Written by Andrew Y. Schroeder Esq.
Business owners who desire to sell their business sometime in the distant future would be well advised to immediately start building up a strong Intellectual Property portfolio consisting of Patents, Trademark registrations with the USPTO and their Secretary of State, and Copyright registrations.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Patent Application 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Rodney Alan Rummelsburg
These motions are important because they can be determine the course of a case. If a party loses any of these motions, the chances for prevailing are diminished. Often the loss of one of these motions will cause a party to abandon the lawsuit.
0 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted in Intellectual Property 7 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Dana Howard Shultz
What entrepreneurs need to know about intellectual property when they start a new business.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Intellectual Property 5 months ago.

Written by Thomas M Dunlap
In order to succeed in a global economy, all businesses depend upon patent copyright and trademarks. This guide is a brief overview of the protection available for advertising, web-sites, literature, proprietary business processes and the business name and logo.
Posted in Intellectual Property about 1 month ago.

Written by Mario Sergio Golab
As with companies, the most valuable asset a couple may own is an intellectual property asset. In divorce agreements, it is important to include specific provisions to account for type of assets.
Posted in Intellectual Property 18 days ago.

Written by David Michael Adler
Because so much of the intrinsic value of a new venture is often tied up in the intangible assets of a new business, it is imperative to: • Identify your intangible assets early • Protect your intangible assets through registration and contract • Leverage your intangible assets strategically
Posted in Intellectual Property about 3 hours ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Cynthia Caren Cannady
Practical definitions of patents, copyright and other types of IP , with examples and a mini-explanation of the IP system works in the US and internationally.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Energy / Utilities 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Mario Sergio Golab
Sometimes the most valuable asset a couple owns is the copyright on a book, a business trademark, or a patent application that has not issued. In divorce agreements, it is important to include specific provisions to address this type of assets.
Posted in Divorce / Separation 18 days ago.

Written by Adam L.K. Philipp
Provisional patent applications are a cost-effective and efficient way to protect your invention.
1 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted in Patent Application about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
People who invent unique products and processes often need patent prosecution attorneys to apply for government protection of their inventions.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Patent Application about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
You may be able to pursue a copyright infringement case if someone uses, duplicates, or broadcasts your copyrighted work without permission–particularly to earn income.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Copyright Infringement about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Trademarks–corporate symbols or logos–are protected under federal unfair-competition laws.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Trademark Infringement about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
A trademark identifies a company's goods or services. It can be a word or phrase, a symbol or design, or a combination of words and designs.
Posted in Trademark Application about 1 year ago.

Written by Derek Linke
You don’t need to register to sue somebody for using your mark. However, it’s a good idea to file an application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to register your mark.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Trademark Application about 1 year ago.

Written by Jefferson Hampton Coulter II
Copyright registration is not necessary to own a copyright, but it is required to enforce your rights and control the use of your work.
8 of 9 users found this helpful. Posted in Intellectual Property about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
A copyright protects your creative work, whether it's a written book, story or play, a piece of music, choreography, a film, artwork or architecture.
0 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Copyright Application about 1 year ago.

Written by Nancy Baum Delain
This guide summarizes the process of getting a US patent, and provides some guidance as to the costs involved. Note that patents outside of the USA are NOT covered in this guide.
4 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Patent Application about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Willem Galen Gentry
If someone has put up a web site confusingly similar to yours, you may be able to gain control of the site and the site's domain name through a quick and simple arbitration process. Filing a UDRP complaint costs much less and is faster than taking the infringer to court.
12 of 12 users found this helpful. Posted in Trademark Infringement about 1 month ago.

Written by Jimmy Frank Chester
Obtaining a federal trademark registration can be a powerful tool in securing your rights in a particular mark. While it is recommended that you obtain the services of a trademark attorney, a little knowledge about the process may help you focus your efforts and increase your chances of success.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Trademark Application about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jimmy Frank Chester
Counterfeit merchandise is a multi-billion dollar global industry. Unfortunately, US IP rights generally don't mean much outside the US. Once those products land on US shores, however, you can enlist the help of US Customs & Border Protection (CBP) to stop these goods from entering the US market.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Intellectual Property about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal