Turning Challenges Into Solutions
People generally associate the term “disgorgement” (or “disgorgement of ill-gotten gains”) with fraud cases wherein a party has engaged in embezzlement, insider trading or other illegal activity. It involves a court or regulatory authority ordering that party to repay...
If you are considering a merger, you will likely review assets such as real estate, equipment, inventory and financial accounts. However, some of your most valuable business assets may not exist in physical form. Intellectual property (IP) can be a valuable business...
You developed a unique name for your business and registered it, and then you notice that another business is using it. This can be an infringement of your intellectual property (IP) rights. It can confuse your customers, potentially leading to lost sales. Besides, if...
Trademarks can be a critical part of branding and marketing for a business. They help customers recognize their products or services and set them apart from their competitors. Trademark infringement by another business, organization or individual can damage the value...
The products, processes and designs that employees invent or create when they work for a company typically belong to their employer. That employer has the right to profit from them by copyrighting, patenting or trademarking them as their intellectual property (IP)....
Registering a trademark can be important for growing brands in competitive industries. A trademark serves as a stand-in for a company's name and can help consumers find their facilities or rapidly identify their products on store shelves. Formally registering a...
Brand theft occurs when someone misuses your business identity to gain attention, sales or trust that isn’t rightfully theirs. It can harm your reputation, confuse customers and impact your bottom line. Understanding how brand theft works is the first step toward...
Turning an idea into a patented invention can be rewarding—but it’s not automatic. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) only grants patents for inventions that meet specific legal standards. If you’re considering filing a patent application, understanding...
It's hard to put a price on intellectual property (IP). However, keeping IP confidential is crucial for a company's continued success. That's why it's best not to leave anything to chance and ensure your company's IP is protected. One tool you might use is a...
You recently became aware that another business is using a similar name to your company. Maybe it’s identical, or maybe it’s just very close. Either way, you’re wondering if this is a violation of your intellectual property rights. It may be, but there are a few...