As an executive, your leadership sets the tone for the important work your organization is doing today, tomorrow, and in the future. The decisions you make shape not only immediate outcomes but also the long-term trajectory of your company’s success. Ensuring you have an effective intellectual property (IP) strategy and portfolio is often an overlooked element of running a business today. We find that IP is often an Read More

In the world of intellectual property, there’s one day on the calendar that catches our attention above the rest: January 1st. For many people, this day brings the excitement of the New Year and all the opportunities and challenges that come with the flip of the calendar. For IP attorneys, professionals, and creatives, however, there’s another reason to celebrate the day: January 1st each year is considered “Public Read More

Your intellectual property holds value for your business and your brand. Trademark protection is a critical tool to protect your business, set it apart from the competition, and establish yourself in your industry—but some aspects of trademark law can slip out of your control. When a trademark becomes “generic,” it loses legal protection because the word or phrase becomes too widely used to describe a general product Read More

Intellectual property law exists to power innovation across industries, but the protection of that very innovation is nuanced because of often vague language in the law. When inventors and businesses file patents, they rely on the strength of those very laws to shield their ideas from competitors. A recent court decision highlights the importance of the language in these laws, how they’re interpreted, and how they’re Read More

Licensing your intellectual property (IP) is a powerful way to generate income from the work you've already put in. But it extends far beyond just the financial impact—licensing can significantly boost your brand and increase its recognition, especially if your IP becomes synonymous with your business. Brand partnerships and sharing key internal business elements is a great way to start and nurture mutually Read More

One of the requirements to register a trademark that immediately separates it from copyrights or patents is the requirement to actually use and apply your mark. When you register a copyright or patent, it means that you have created something and you have the sole legal right to use, license, or distribute it. However, whether or not you use it is up to you. That’s not the case with trademarks. A trademark is a Read More

There’s a fine line in intellectual property law when it comes to parodies. Parody is an often used stylistic choice in media and commerce to take advantage of a known name, image, or likeness to sell a product that has a similar or mirrored likeness with a humorous lean. Weird Al Yankovich made a living off of it in the music industry while movies like Scary Movie and Austin Powers famously poked fun at horror films Read More

Ensuring the confidentiality and protection of intellectual property within a company and defining trade secrets is a fundamental element of long-term success and profitability. As you and your colleagues work toward these goals, understanding the power of the work you’ve already put in and how that work impacts the business over time is crucial. One of the biggest challenges for companies is understanding what is Read More

Intellectual Property (IP) is a key ingredient in the success and growth of businesses. It represents creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce. IP assets are not just legal entities but are crucial business assets that can significantly impact a company's market value and competitive edge. The journey from the initial idea to a Read More

Artificial Intelligence (AI) advancements have impacted virtual assistants on our smartphones, self-driving cars, and how content is created. One area where AI has significantly influenced is the field of copyright law. Knowing how your IP gets used by AI requires understanding copyright laws. As AI progresses, it has become a tool for content creators and distributors. Its capacity to analyze datasets and generate Read More