Being a copyright owner comes with numerous rights and benefits in relation to the copyrighted work. Known colloquially as the “bundle of sticks,” a copyright owner has the exclusive rights to the reproduction, derivation, distribution, public performance, public display, and digital transmission of the work. If someone unlawfully infringes on…

With so many whiskey options currently on the shelf to choose from and new whiskeys continually being released, how do distilleries keep their edge and distinguish themselves from competitors? Sometimes, it’s not so clear because the answer lies in trade secrets. Trade secrets include information that is not generally known…

Branding is critical for businesses looking to build connections with customers and brand recognition in the market. A well-executed brand strategy often drives brand awareness and builds brand recognition by ensuring consistent design across all brand visuals. In this way, a consistent visual identity can be crafted. One way to…

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into various industries has unlocked immense potential for innovation and efficiency. However, amidst the AI revolution, businesses face complex legal challenges, particularly concerning intellectual property (IP) rights.

Trademark and Patent Concerns

AI-generated content may inadvertently incorporate trademarks or infringe upon existing patents of others…

Recently, the International Trade Commission (ITC) has been in the news for issuing an import ban on certain Apple Watches for patent infringement. While this ban is being reviewed by the Federal Circuit, many are hearing about the “ITC” for the first time. This IP Tip of the Month presents…

As 2023 comes to a close, it’s a great time to take stock of the year’s accomplishments and to create a game plan for diving into 2024. Maybe your small business made a jump thanks to a viral TikTok or popular influencer. Perhaps your company is gearing up to sell…

It is well settled that tattoos are copyrightable. In this regard, an infringement case in which one tattoo artist copies another artist’s work would likely proceed in a similar manner to any other copyright infringement case. But what happens when copying occurs in a different medium?

Fair Use is often…

What is Track One?

Track One is the USPTO’s prioritized patent examination program which guarantees a final disposition of a US patent within 12 months. Since its launch 12 years ago, the Track One program has allowed applicants to take advantage of ‘front of the line’ patent examination. Each fiscal…

What is a deepfake?

Deepfakes – artificial intelligence-driven tools capable of creating hyper-realistic digital replicas of individuals – have ushered in a novel set of challenges for intellectual property and the right of publicity. Historically, actors and public…

Although copyright registration is “not a condition of copyright protection” (17 U.S.C.A. § 408), it provides significant advantages to the copyright holder. A registration creates a public record of a copyright claim and comes with additional statutory benefits, including establishing prima facie evidence of copyright validity and allowing the recovery of statutory damages…