How Can I Obtain Long-Term Protection For My IP?
Imagine spending years developing a groundbreaking product, a unique brand identity, or an innovative business process—only to have someone else profit from your hard work. Intellectual property (IP) theft is a growing risk in today’s fast-moving digital economy, and failing to protect your ideas could mean losing control of your business’s most...
How the Digital Millennium Copyright Act Relates to Copyright Infringement in Today’s World
Passed over two decades ago, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act represented the government’s first significant effort to bring copyright law into the Internet age. But how does the DMCA relate to copyright law and current infringement activities in today’s world?
What Is the Digital Millennium Copyright Act?
Does ChatGPT Lead to Increased Copyright Concerns?
Artificial intelligence platforms like ChatGPT allow parties to create or obtain inspiration to create new works in seconds. However, various AI platforms have raised concerns about potential copyright infringement, especially for platforms that use copyrighted material to train the AI model.
Overview of Copyright Law
What Is Not Protected by Copyright Law?
Copyright law covers a broad range of expressive works. However, some materials do not qualify for copyright protection under U.S. or state law.
Ideas, Concepts, and FactsCopyright law protects an expressive work fixed into a tangible medium, such as through writing or recording...
Debunking and Explaining IP Licensing Agreements
Businesses use intellectual property (IP) licensing agreements to protect and monetize their creative assets. Here’s a closer look at these agreements and some common misconceptions about how they work.
Understanding IP Licensing AgreementsUnder an IP licensing agreement, a party with intellectual property protection,...
How Do I Determine Patent Infringement?
When you see a product or process that resembles your patented invention, you might wonder whether the manufacturer of that other product has infringed upon your patent rights. Determining whether you may have a patent infringement claim begins with understanding patent rights and how to evaluate whether a product or process...
Intel vs. VLSI Case Study: Important Case Study Implications
A U.S. Court of Appeals decision to overturn a $2.18 billion judgment won by VLSI against Intel could have important case study implications for patent law and intellectual property litigation.
The Western District Court of Texas issued the original judgment. The Texas business and
Diving into the Apple Samsung Design Patent Lawsuit
The legal clash between tech titans Apple and Samsung over design patents was a landmark event that sent shockwaves through the industry. The case also raised awareness among consumers about design patents and their role in protecting innovation. Here’s a deep dive into this multi-year, multi-jurisdictional dispute.
Explaining Common Copyright Misconceptions
Understanding copyright law is crucial for creators, businesses, and consumers alike. However, numerous misconceptions surround this area of law, leading to confusion and potential legal pitfalls. Here, we debunk some of the most common copyright misconceptions.
Misconception 1: Copyright Protection Requires RegistrationCopyright protection...
The America Invents Act (AIA): Impact on Patent Law
The America Invents Act (AIA), signed into law on September 16, 2011, has significantly reformed the U.S. patent system. This landmark legislation brought numerous changes to the way inventors file, challenge, and protect patents. Familiarizing yourself with these changes is critical for patent holders, inventors, and other...