Cybersquatting is the act of registering, selling, or using a domain name with the intent of profiting from the goodwill of someone else’s trademark. This practice originated at a time when...
The Strength Of Trademarks & Trademark Infringement
Both trademarks and service marks will only be registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) if they are considered "distinctive." This is a legal standard determined by...
What Is An Unregistered Trademark?
An unregistered trademark — also known as common law trademark — is a logo, graphic, image, or word that has not been approved by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), either...
The Basics Of Trade Secrets
Under the Uniform Trade Secrets Act (UTSA), a trade secret is defined as information that derives independent economic value because it is not generally known to the public, and it is the subject of...
What Are Works In The Public Domain?
When filing for a copyright, it is always important to remember that the protection only lasts for a limited period of time. At expiration, the piece of work is said to have entered the ‘public...
Different Types Of Marks Used To Protect Intellectual Property
A mark is known as a word, phrase, symbol, design, or a combination of any of the previous items, that identify the source of goods/services which are for sale. Marks have a unique and important...
The Fair Use Defense To Copyright Infringement
As seen in the legislation that dictates copyright law, there are six main rights that are granted to copyright owners. However, it is important to note that these six rights are not absolute. One...
What Are The Different Types of Patents?
Want to protect your intellectual property? These different types of patents can help to protect IP, discover what they’re all about here.
How Does Patent Infringement Work In The United States?
Under the statute 35 U.S.C. section 271, there is the enumeration of conduct that is considered infringing, and there is also the enumeration of conduct that is not considered infringing....
What You Need To Know About Copyright Infringement
There are essentially two types of copyright infringement; (1) primary and (2) secondary. The former involves a direct infringement by the defendant. The latter involves someone facilitating another...
What Is Copyright Licensing?
Under copyright law, authors of original works have a bundle of rights, including the following; the six economic rights or reproduction, preparation of derivative works, the right of distribution,...
What Are The Differences Between A Copyright, Trademark, And Patent?
Looking to protect your intellectual property? Find out the differences between a copyright, trademark and patent and what they protect.