March 8, 2026

Celebrating the Untold Stories of Women Inventors this International Women’s Day When most people hear the name Hedy Lamarr, they picture the glamorous Hollywood actress who graced silver screens in the 1940s and 1950s. What they don’t envision is a…

February 23, 2026

Authored by: Shane T. Moreillon Since August 3, 2019, the landscape for international trademark practice in the United States fundamentally changed. If you represent clients seeking trademark protection in the U.S. market, understanding the mandatory U.S. counsel requirement is essential…

January 26, 2026

Authored by: Shane T. Moreillon For attorneys practicing outside the United States, the American trademark priority system often presents a unique challenge. Unlike the straightforward “first-to-file” systems common in many jurisdictions worldwide, the U.S. operates a hybrid approach that combines…

December 22, 2025

Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Copyright Claims Board (CCB) was created as a more accessible and affordable alternative to federal court for resolving small copyright disputes. Established by the CASE Act of 2020, it began operations in the summer…

December 10, 2025

Authored by: Joshua P. Astin As a foreign associate, you’ve likely encountered this scenario: your client excitedly shares news about presenting their breakthrough invention at a major conference, only to mention afterward that they haven’t filed any patent applications yet.…

November 28, 2025

Revised Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently released revised guidance clarifying how inventorship should be determined for inventions created with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). This…

October 29, 2025

Why should you consider registering a copyright? The benefits for the copyright holder are significant. First and foremost, registering your work creates a public record of your copyright, notifying others of its existence and protecting your rights. Additionally, if you…

October 15, 2025

Having a federal trademark registration is a significant step in protecting your brand, but it doesn’t guarantee that you’re completely in the clear. While these registrations come with a variety of benefits and protections—particularly for the goods and services listed—it’s…

September 26, 2025

USPTO Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Appeals Review Panel has important implications for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning patents. The case involved U.S. Patent Application No. 16/319,040,…

September 24, 2025

When it comes to branding your company or product, choosing a name that closely resembles an existing trademark can lead to some serious trouble, such as a cease and desist letter or even a trademark infringement lawsuit. To steer clear…

September 10, 2025

Have you ever wondered what the role of a trademark really is? Trademarks are more than just symbols or logos; they play a vital role in the marketplace by helping customers easily identify the source of a product or service.…

August 27, 2025

Are you in the exciting process of bringing your invention to life? One of the most important steps you can take is to document your journey meticulously. This documentation is vital for patent protection and helps establish that the idea…