Are Software Inventions Patentable?
Are software inventions patentable? The short answer is "yes, but it also depends." Software that merely takes a known process and makes it operate on…
THE JOINT Denied Trademark Protection
The Federal Circuit recently upheld a decision by the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) that the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas,…
What are your odds of receiving a patent?
The likelihood of receiving patent rights to your invention is going to vary drastically from inventor to inventor. There are numerous factors that can affect…
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In the Middle of Difficulty Lies Opportunity
The COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping the world. Social distancing is uprooting the established societal and economic norms. Without a doubt, these are difficult times. But,…
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Staying Positive with COVID-19
There is a lot of anxiety and fear about our personal safety and the state of the economy with COVID-19 but staying positive is crucial.…
The Rose That Grew Into a Plant Patent
Yesterday marked the astronomical first day of Spring for residents of the Northern Hemisphere. As landscapes being to transition from their wintery roots to their…
Buccaneers to Sign Tom Brady as Quarterback
While the official announcement has yet to be made, all indications are that New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady will sign with the Tampa Bay…
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Design Patents for Vehicles
Design patents for vehicles protect the aesthetic shape and appearance of a vehicle body or component. Design patents do not protect the functional aspects, that…
Nintendo Switch Does Not Infringe Patent
When the Nintendo Switch launched in March 2017, it was an instant success for Nintendo. Nintendo needed the Switch to succeed after the disappointing sales…
Is your attorney a lawyer or a counselor?
There are two types of attorneys: lawyers and counselors. Both know the law and the legal procedure, but only a counselor understands YOU and YOUR…
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