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You spent months picking the perfect name for your business, filed the paperwork and successfully set up your LLC. It is a massive milestone. However, state registration and brand protection are entirely different legal concepts. Most businesses eventually need both,...
Patent protection is a common consideration for growing startups. Making the right intellectual property (IP) choices early can save you money and strengthen your competitive position. This guide can help you decide if your startup needs patent protection or if other...
A United States Patent and Trademark Office Notice to File Missing Parts means a patent application lacks required documents. Receiving this notice does not mean the government rejected your invention. The USPTO stalls the review process. To prevent application...
Receiving an office action after filing a trademark application means the New York Department of State has found a legal or technical issue that you must address. Unlike federal registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, a state registration...
Trademark disputes often arise when one brand is seen as too similar to another. These issues are often evaluated under the “likelihood of confusion” standard. Understanding this concept can help you recognize how trademark conflicts begin. What is the “likelihood of...
Coming up with a unique product or service is an exciting part of being an inventor or entrepreneur. The time and effort that you poured into that idea have paid off, and you have something that can be potentially successful and popular. However, your invention can be...
If you hold a patent or want to use someone else's patented technology, a license to do so is likely part of the conversation. But if you do not know the first thing about this sort of agreement, this blog will explore what it can entail. How does a patent license...
Securing a patent for a new tech is a rigorous legal process. Many innovators submit their applications with high hopes only to receive a rejection notice citing "obviousness." This specific type of refusal is a frequent hurdle that often catches unrepresented...
Patent applications are notoriously complicated and nearly impossible for business leaders to manage without specialized support. The assistance of a legal professional familiar with patent prosecution can help companies avoid common pitfalls when seeking a patent. A...
A registered trademark can help to protect a company's brand. A trademark is essentially a visual representation of the organization that consumers or other companies can readily recognize on signage, marketing materials or packaging. The formal trademark registration...
