On March 25, 2026, the United States Supreme Court issued the unanimous, landmark decision in Cox Communications, Inc. v. Sony Music Entertainment, reversing a $1 billion jury verdict against Cox, a...
For an artist – or, the author in copyright law – the work is more than just paint on canvas or files on a drive; it is a legal asset. Without a clear roadmap for what happens when you pass away,...
In the world of intellectual property prosecution, receiving a Notice of Allowance (NOA) from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is generally a reason to celebrate. Normally, it...
In the world of branding, not all trademarks are created equal. While you might have a dozen different names for specific products, there is often one name that rules them all – the House Mark. Think...
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to deny Stephen Thaler’s petition for writ of certiorari in Thaler v. Perlmutter effectively solidifies – at least for now – the human authorship requirement as the...
In the world of trademark law, there is a common misconception that simply using a word or logo on a product makes it a mark. However, the USPTO often issue a failure-to-function refusal – a...
In a fresh precedential ruling on January 22, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reinforced a difficult truth for software patent owners: describing a “cool result” is not the...
You have developed the perfect name for your new product. It is catchy, memorable, and perfectly captures your brand’s essence. You are ready to file that trademark application and make it official....
For many patent applicants, the first communication they receive from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is not a “yes” or a “no” on their invention. It is, rather, a pick-one....
With a new presidential administration, as of early 2026, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has significantly shifted its posture under a more protectionist “America First”...