Intellectual Property Protection: Patent, Trademark, or Copyright?
October 1, 2026
When business owners ask, “Can I trademark this?” they are often asking a broader question: Can I protect this as
Category: Intellectual Property Law
IP & Marriage: How to Ensure Your Intellectual Property Is Protected
May 14, 2026
Protection of a person’s business and intellectual property is a complex issue, especially when you intertwine marriage. Whether it be
Smucker Sues Trader Joe’s Over “Uncrustables” Copycat
October 23, 2025
Smucker Alleges Copycat Crustless Sandwich Design and Packaging On October 13, 2025, the J.M. Smucker Company (“Smucker”) filed a federal
Protecting Your Small Business’s Online Presence From Copycats
May 15, 2025
Most new business owners work hard to build a unique online presence and brand, but success can attract unwelcome copycats.
Protecting Your Brand From Competition
March 21, 2024
Branding is one of the most significant aspects of a successful business as it allows you to distinguish yourself from
Intellectual Property Considerations for Business Owners
January 11, 2024
Individuals and companies may have ownership rights in various intellectual property (IP), either through their own efforts or that of
Patent Process Overview: How to Get a U.S. Patent
September 14, 2023
Have you ever come up with an invention and just didn’t know where to go from there? Maybe you’ve thought
Coca-Cola’s Trademark Rights Fall Flat as Meenaxi Wins on Appeal
March 23, 2023
Why is trademark registration important? While there are some protections for trademark rights under common law, there are some critical
NIL Agreements – What’s in a Name?
April 7, 2022
NIL Agreements (NIL being short for “Name Image Likeness”) are frequently used to monetize a person’s right to publicity. Typically,
What You Need to Know About the Trademark Modernization Act
June 18, 2021
The Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 (“TMA”) became law on December 27, 2020 and is on course to be fully