Intellectual Property

When you look at the logos of well established companies, you can recognize them instantly. In some cases, you don't even have to read them fully. Consumers are able to instantaneously grasp the style, because all of the branding efforts over the years have tied the...

It's clear that technology will continue to advance quickly. Unfortunately, it's often hard for things like the law to actually keep up with these rapid advancements. This lack of instantaneous adaptability can create a very challenging situation where new definitions...

Growing a business to have an international presence is a goal for many entrepreneurs. However, protecting your intellectual property (IP) can become increasingly complex as you expand globally. The amount of patent applications filed in China, for example, already...

When someone invents something and wants to protect it from being copied, they will often try to patent or trademark it. However, it is still possible for someone to try and imitate the original creation. Furthermore, others can try to substitute or deceive consumers...

Whether you have a secret formula that makes your restaurant's barbecue sauce extra-special or you've developed a special computer program that greatly benefits your clients in some way, your trade secrets are important to you. 1. Identify them Narrowly construe the...

When you consider every idea you have, the cost of bringing each concept to fruition can seem staggering. However, have you considered how a lack of security could substantially affect your intellectual property (IP) rights? Cybersecurity reports typically recount the...

Entrepreneurs who have ideas or products they want to protect from illegal use should understand the complexity of trademark laws. Because many concepts are vulnerable to theft, trademark misappropriation concerns that pop up should be addressed. One notable recent...

Once cannabis became legalized in Colorado, many entrepreneurs jumped into the industry and developed innovative products that appeal to a wide customer base. Intellectual property is arguably one of the most important assets held by any business, especially within an...

California soccer fans may be surprised to learn that intellectual property issues can even impact their favorite teams. Presently, two soccer clubs are involved in an international dispute over the names of their clubs. Inter Milan, based in an Italian city, and...

Companies in California and throughout the country may have information that gives them an advantage over the competition. This information is typically gleaned from testing and other research that it has conducted. For instance, a company might have developed a new...