Intellectual Property Law is a Mine Field
Lay people, and even inventors holding several issued patents, can sometimes look at the process of filing for and obtaining patent and trademark protection and come to the conclusion that this can be a fun, weekend, do-it-yourself project. After all, there are books that purport to teach the basics of filing, software that generate applications […]
Intellectual Property Checklist for Startups
There are many rules and regulations for properly managing and protecting intellectual property in the startup phase. This article is not exhaustive and is not detailed to serve as a replacement for legal advice. Contact an attorney who is fully informed of your specific circumstances.
Patentability of Software Patents: An Update
As we approach the two year anniversary landmark ruling in Alice v CLS Bank by the US Supreme Court, this article reviews the response made by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and discusses how successful practitioners are overcoming this new hurdle.
Non-Disclosure Agreements vs. Patent Applications
At some point in the startup formation, entrepreneurs often have to share their concepts with potential investors or customers. For startup companies that are based on new technological innovations, the prospect of another company learning about and potentially stealing their ideas is a very reasonable possibility. This article discusses some of the pros and cons […]
Basic Concepts of Intellectual Property Law
Intellectual Property law usually refers to laws for patent, trademark, trade secret, and copyright. This article reviews the basic aspects of intellectual property law.