Intellectual Property Law

Patent Protection Doesn’t Mean Freedom to Operate

By: Dan Pierron I've recently had several discussions with a client whose primary concern was his ability to make and…

12 years ago

The Flap over Flappy Bird

First it was Angry Birds.  Then it was Candy Crush.  Just recently, Flappy Birds became “THE” game to download and…

12 years ago

IP Security Policy: Pre-Hire

Topics related to intellectual property routinely are neglected in daily business planning and operations (which is surprising given that intellectual…

12 years ago

Bubbles by Brook Vs Brook Brothers

In another Goliath versus David trademark battle, Bubble by Brooks successfully triumphs over corporate giant Brooks Brothers in the rights…

12 years ago

PPH: Timing Is Everything

Generally speaking, the various Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) programs in which the United States has participated since 2006 have all…

12 years ago

Why Did Samsung Trademark “Galaxy Card”

On January 15th, Samsung trademarked the name “Galaxy Card”. But for what? Some are speculating that Samsung is looking to…

12 years ago

Starbucks vs. Exit 6 Brewery

On December 9th, 2013, Exit 6 brewery outside of St. Louis, Missouri received a cease and desist letter from one…

12 years ago

Duckhorn Vs. Duck Commander

Duckhorn Vineyards is suing Trinchero Family Estates over trademark infringement of their wine brand. Trinchero Family Estates recently paired up…

12 years ago

Can I Patent My Food Recipe?

Family restaurant recipes are often kept secrets to protect their livelihood and fend off competition, but it is rare for…

12 years ago

GoldieBlox Sues Beastie Boys First Over Use of “Girls” Song

The Beastie Boys are receiving a bad reputation after suing toy company GoldieBlox for copyright and trademark infringement of their…

12 years ago