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After a utility patent application has been filed, Is it possible to make some changes ( modifications ) on it ?
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Answered on February 01, 2018
You may make non-substantime changes, such as to correct typographical errors, but you are not permitted to add new matter to the patent...
I received a threatening letter from Adobe via email regarding copyright/trademark infringement. Is this real?
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Answered on September 05, 2017
Compliance with a cease and desist demand does not vitiate the underlying legal claim or potential claim for infringement.
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I have a patent since 2000 - i made a mistake when filing and did an ad 13 months prior to filling my non provisiona - the
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Answered on July 03, 2015
I agree with my colleague that this sounds like an action seeking declaratory relief of either non-infringement or invalidity--i.e. the suit is...
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Which of these words are used in Specifications and Claims drafting, anyway?
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Answered on July 01, 2015
There aren't any terms (such as these) that are really prohibited from being included in claims and/or the specification of the application. ...
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I need to know if I should abandon or continue my trademark application.
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Answered on June 23, 2015
In addition to my US based qualifications, I am also an English and Welsh Solicitor. Without more detail, it is difficult to tell what the...
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Are pro sports league abbreviated names (i.e. "MLB," "NFL," NBA," NHL," and "MLS") copyrighted? Example: "Future MLB Star" badge
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Answered on June 09, 2015
A quick check of the TESS (Trademark Electronic Search System) on the USPTO.gov site shows that these agencies do have trademark rights in these...
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If I license know-what to a manufacturer, will they ask me to indemnify them for manufacturability, operability, or safety?
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Answered on May 14, 2015
Actually, in my experience it is very rare that a "naked" idea or patent/patent application is licensed by a legitimate manufacturer. Most...
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Attorney filing amendment after final followed by Notice of Appeal and Pre-Appeal Conference Request. What is this process?
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Answered on April 22, 2015
Unfortunately, there is really no way answer the first part of this question without seeing the final office action and knowing the prosecution...
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Own registered trademark in USA. Ex agents using two websites that is under my trademark and gets directed to their copy brand
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Answered on April 07, 2015
Any analysis of whether the use of mark by another begins with a comparison of not only the trademarks, but also a comparison of the goods/services...
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What is the "clear" demarcation between fair use and copyright violation?
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Answered on March 04, 2015
There is no "bright line" or clear demarcation regarding when a use is considered a fair use. The law regarding the fair use exception can be...
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