What is required for an invention to be patentable?
Are some inventions not patentable? Evaluating patentability can come with questions. Here are some steps to review when deciding if your invention is patentable.
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What are the exceptions of copyright law?
What are the exceptions to copyright law? Curious to know what rights consumers have? This article explores the nuances to copyright law and what is considered permissible by consumers, including the ...
What You Need to Know About Copyright Ownership and Enforcement
You own a copyright, but you aren’t sure what rights you have against alleged infringers. Here’s an overview of your rights as the copyright owner and what constitutes infringement of those rights. Wh...
What are the basics of copyrights?
What is a copyright? How do copyrights differ from trademarks or patents? Here are some basics. What is a copyright?
What You Need to Know About Copyright Requirements
Wondering what is required for a copyright and why you should register a copyrighted work? Here is what you need to know. What is required for a copyright?
What You Need to Know About Trademark Registration
You want to register a trademark, but you aren’t sure what to do next. Here’s information on how to obtain rights to a mark, what happens once your trademark application is approved, and how long trad...
What is trademark infringement?
When it becomes necessary to enforce trademarks, many questions can arise. Here’s the basics. If someone is using my mark without my permission, can I sue?
How do I select a trademark?
What criteria should I use in selecting a trademark? Selection of a trademark is driven by both strategic business and legal considerations. Three major considerations should be the mark’s acceptabili...
What are the basics of trademarks?
What is a trademark? Here are some basics. What is a trademark, and how does it differ from a service mark?
What To Do if You Are Accused of Patent Infringement
If you receive a letter accusing your company of infringement, many questions race through your head. What should you do next? How do you know if you’ve been sued? How will this impact your business? ...
What To Do if You Think Someone is Infringing Your Patent
You think someone is infringing your patent, but you aren’t sure what to do next. Here’s a five-step process. If I think someone is infringing my patent, what should I do?
How To Determine Whether a Patent is Infringed
You know the basics of patent litigation, but how do you determine whether a patent is infringed? Here’s an overview and example. How do I determine whether a patent is infringed?