What qualities should I look for in an IP law firm to help with trademark prosecution in Asia (primarily Japan and China)?

There are definite advantages to using local counsel to file directly in the desired countries rather than using Madrid. The qualities I'd look...

Literary Copyright

You should not file the entire work as unpublished so as to include material which you admit is on your website (and hence has been published). One...

Can I use the same name for my veterinary practice if that name is used for a line of dog accessories (beds, leashes, etc)?

Trademark protection is generally confined to the class of goods or services provided in connection with a particular trademark but mark owners can...

Not true. There is no magic percentage amount for determining copyright infringement. Rather, each case is determined based on a "substantial...

Proper utilization of trademark sign?

The ® sign should only be used once a certificate of registration has been issued by the US Patent & Trademark Office. Otherwise you should use TM...