Will the government shutdown affect my patent and trademark applications?
With the federal government shutdown extending into its third week, you may be wondering how it will impact your patent or trademark applications.
Is My Facebook Ad Going to Get Me Sued?
In the old days, social media advertising was a drop in the ad-budget bucket. Today, with 75% of the world’s internet users on Facebook, it often is the bucket. Clients often want to know whether they are infringing on anybody’s copyright when they post ads on social media to promote their business.
Phooey On Louis
Would you confuse a plastic, poop-shaped toy purse for a Louis Vuitton handbag? MGA Entertainment Inc., maker of the “Pooey Puitton” purse, doesn’t think so. On New Year’s Eve, MGA filed suit against luxury brand Louis Vuitton in federal court.
Scout Wars: Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts Set To Square Off In Court
If you thought the tactics used by Girl Scouts to push their delicious cookies are aggressive, don’t mess with their intellectual property.
Patent Examiners Friend or Foe
What is a Patent Examiner? The Patent Office employs many people who have different backgrounds, experience, and roles. Most prominent in the prosecution of a patent application are patent examiners. Patent examiners are individuals who conduct an initial review of your patent application and have the authority to determine if your application meets the requirements […]
Do you need to police your trademark?
Do you need to police your trademark? The simple answer is “Yes.” While being the first to use a trademark and/or the first to register a mark provides a priority right to prevent others from using the mark, this alone does not guarantee you trademark protection. As a trademark owner, you are responsible for enforcing […]
