Patent Attorney Michael Sturm Joins Zarley Law
We at the firm are excited to announce that Zarley Law Firm, P.L.C. has merged with venerated intellectual property law firm Sturm & Fix, LLC. The firm’s namesake, Michael O. Sturm, will be joining Zarley Law as Of Counsel, ushering in an exciting period of transition and growth for Zarley Law. Mike got his start […]
New Ruling: Private Sales of Your Invention Can Prevent Securing Patent Protection
The U.S. Supreme Court addressed a question that has been up in the air since the America Invents Act went into effect. In a unanimous decision, the Court held that the scope of the on-sale bar has not changed in scope. The full opinion can be viewed here.
USPTO Argues Scandalous Brands Different From Disparaging Trademarks
Next week, the Supreme Court will hear oral argument on the issues of “scandalous” trademarks. Currently, certain trademarks cannot be registered because the government deems the mark to be offensive.
Federal Circuit Undercuts Patent Office’s Attempt To Clear Up Patent Eligibility
The Patent Office’s new guidance on what is and is not eligible for patent protection has been severely undercut by the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit–the preeminent authority on most issues patent related. Over the past few months, the USPTO has signaled that it is taking a more reasonable approach in determining whether […]
Guiding Principles Set For Changes To U.S. Patent Eligibility Laws
Senators Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) continue to move forward with revamping patent laws in the wake of the Supreme Court’s Alice decision.
The Impact of Brexit on Trademarks
The United Kingdom is continuing its crash course with Brexit”even if there is no exit deal in place. I have explored the impacts of Brexit on IP portfolios and the Unified Patent Court Agreement (UPCA).
