Receiving a formal notice that your business may be infringing on someone else’s trademark can be a stressful experience. It often arrives in the form of a cease and desist...
Copyright theft isn’t just frustrating—it can be devastating for small businesses. When another company copies your blog posts, product photos, course materials, or brand elements, they’re profiting off your hard...
AI tools like ChatGPT, DALL·E, and Midjourney are everywhere now and they can do everything from writing emails to designing logos in just seconds. That speed and convenience is a...
Provisional patent applications (“PPAs”) can be great. Filing a PPA with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) gives you patent pending status, and one year to file the...
So, you’ve decided to register a new trademark, or renew an already registered mark, and now you are stuck trying to pick a specimen to prove to the United States...
Trademarks offer a vital layer of protection for your brand, giving you exclusive rights to use a specific name, logo, or slogan. But what happens when your trademark expires? Understanding...
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Applying for a trademark at the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) can be a frustrating experience. Did you know that over 80% of trademark applications filed with the USPTO...
A robust framework for business growth! In the dynamic landscape of intellectual property rights, the European Union (EU) stands out with its robust trademark protection system. Seamlessly governed by European...
As a small business owner, you know the importance of protecting your intellectual property. From your company logo or your proprietary software, to your website content or intellectual property (IP)....
Taco Bell recently filed cancellation proceedings in the USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) seeking cancellation of the mark “TACO TUESDAY”. See the full story Here. This mark is...
When registering a trademark for your business, it is important to understand the differences between federal and state trademarks. Although both have their benefits, each type of trademark has unique...
