The Office of the U.S. Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator(“IPEC”) recently recently the 1st issue of its Intellectual Property Spotlight newsletter (PDF). The IPEC is an position that was created by Congress in 2008 and headed by Victoria Espinel. The Spotlight discuss several initiatives undertaken by...
Read MoreA trademark can be anything that identifies one brand from its competition. Of course, words and images are the most common types of trademarks, but sounds, smells, textures and other unique marketing tools can be trademarks too. For example: Sound: The “sound of an oscillating...
Read MoreFour basic steps will help your business obtain strong trademark and copyright protection. Identify – What do I have that is intellectual property? Review brand names, slogans, logos, websites, videos, podcasts, advertisements, written and graphic content, social media, and more. Notify – Provide proper trademark...
Read MoreLast week I was honored to participate on a lively panel discussion at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology’s Social Medial Summit in front of a sold out audience at the school’s beautiful facilities. The panel, called Twittervention: Social Media & Legal Issues for Employers,...
Read MoreHere is another sampling of recent registrations our clients have received from the USPTO, so readers can see real examples of brands and marks which are being protected [click trademark or logo to open USPTO records]: – Import agency services in the field of fruit...
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