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Patents Resources:
USPTO’s Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program
The USPTO’s Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program (STPP), announced on November 30, 2023, represents a significant initiative to boost innovation in…
Upcoming Changes in Korean Patent Law for 2024
Two significant amendments to the Patent Law are slated to come into effect on January 1, 2024. These amendments are…
Understanding Patent Evaluation Reports in China
An in-depth look at the Patent Evaluation Report (PER) system in China, its applications, and the critical considerations for patent…
New Developments in China Trade Secret Litigation
Explore the transformation of trade secret protection in China with a focus on the Beijing Intellectual Property (IP) Court’s proactive…
Proposed Changes to U.S. Patent Practice: Creation of a Design Patent Practitioner Bar
Discover how the USPTO plans to reshape patent practice with the proposed design patent practitioner bar. Find out who benefits,…
USPTO Officially Transitions to Issuing Electronic Patent Grants on April 18, 2023
The USPTO’s transition to electronic patent grants signifies a major step towards modernization and increased efficiency in the patent application…
Trademark Resources:
2024 Changes to International Trademark Classifications
Explore the upcoming 2024 changes to international and U.S. trademark classifications. This article examines the amendments to § 6.1 of 37…
Clarifying Copyright Fair Use in Commercialized and Licensed Visual Arts: Insights from Warhol v. Goldsmith
Unpack the legal saga of Warhol v. Goldsmith and its profound influence on the landscape of visual arts, copyright law,…
Understanding the Difference Between Actual Use (1(a)) and Intent to Use (1(b)) Trademark Applications
Learn the the differences between Section 1(a) Actual Use and Section 1(b) Intent to Use trademark registration applications, emphasizing the…
Your Intellectual Property Attorney Can be Located in a Different State
Did you know that your intellectual property attorney can be located anywhere in the United States? This is because most…
Protecting Your Brand: Don’t Trust Your Trademark To Just Anyone
Safeguard Your Brand: How Choosing the Wrong Trademark Lawyer Can Kill Your Brand.
Navigating Brand Protection and Trademarks for Social Media Influencers
In this article, we share best practices for social media influencers to protect their brand, reputation, and business through trademark…
Copyright Resources
Are Memes Dangerous? Meme Culture Meets Copyright Law: A Guide For Businesses & Creators
Explore the legal implications of meme culture and the Fair Use Doctrine’s role in commercial use. This guide highlights key…
U.S. Copyright Guidelines for Works Containing AI-Generated Material
The United States Copyright Office published comprehensive guidelines addressing the registration process for works containing material generated by Artificial Intelligence…
How to Protect Software as Intellectual Property
When you’ve invested a significant amount of time and resources into software tech, it’s important to understand how to properly…
Google v. Oracle – Fair Use in View of Google v. Oracle
On April 5, 2021, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decided GOOGLE LLC v. ORACLE AMERICA, INC. …
Google v. Oracle – The Supreme Court’s Holding of Software Copyright Protection
On April 5, 2021, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decided GOOGLE LLC v. ORACLE AMERICA, INC. …
Google v. Oracle – Overview of Software Copyright Law in View of Google v. Oracle
On April 5, 2021, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decided GOOGLE LLC v. ORACLE AMERICA, INC. …
Licensing Resources:
Leveraging Intellectual Property Holding Companies to Protect and Exploit your IP Assets
Many software and product companies, whether through licensing or commercialization of intellectual property products and services, are being built predominantly…
New Developments in Korean Patent Law
The Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) has introduced a series of important changes to the country’s patent examination process, aimed…
Electronic Signatures: Key Aspects for E-Signature Enforceability
With the growing adoption of e-signatures, questions and concerns have arisen regarding their legality, admissibility, and security
Combining Multiple Inventions into a Single Patent Application: Risks vs. Cost Savings
What are the potential cost savings and risks associated with combining multiple related inventions into a single patent application? While…
My New Invention Has Many Uses – Do I Need Multiple Patents?
A single invention (for example – an automated cleaning robot) may have many different innovations (let’s call them ‘components’) making…
USPTO Extends Combined Patent Search Pilot Program with Japanese Patent Office and Korean Intellectual Property Office
The United States Patent Office has announced an expansion of the Collaborative Search Pilot Program beginning November 1, 2022. This…
All Intellectual Property News & Resources:
Leveraging Intellectual Property Holding Companies to Protect and Exploit your IP Assets
Many software and product companies, whether through licensing or commercialization of intellectual property products and services, are being built predominantly…
New Developments in Korean Patent Law
The Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) has introduced a series of important changes to the country’s patent examination process, aimed…
Combining Multiple Inventions into a Single Patent Application: Risks vs. Cost Savings
What are the potential cost savings and risks associated with combining multiple related inventions into a single patent application? While…
My New Invention Has Many Uses – Do I Need Multiple Patents?
A single invention (for example – an automated cleaning robot) may have many different innovations (let’s call them ‘components’) making…
USPTO Extends Combined Patent Search Pilot Program with Japanese Patent Office and Korean Intellectual Property Office
The United States Patent Office has announced an expansion of the Collaborative Search Pilot Program beginning November 1, 2022. This…
Why intellectual property rights are important for startups seeking funding from investors
When seeking funding from investors, it is important for startups to have a strong intellectual property strategy in place.
