When we think of intellectual property, we often think of trademarks, copyrights, and patents. Trade secrets (think Coca-Cola recipe, WD-40 blend, and Google algorithm) are also considered intellectual property and are protected as such, with some key differences. Erik provides more detail in this podcast.

The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) is an administrative court at the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Erik explains what the TTAB is, the types of cases it handles, and how it functions in this podcast.

What’s hot and what’s not in the world of trademark protection? Erik shares his list in this video.

Yes, identical brand names can coexist. But there are criteria that need to be met, such as existing in different industries and offering different goods and services. Erik explains more and provides examples in this video.

Learn more about the ways that our firm gives back and works to reduce its footprint, all while we continue to make trademarks bloom.

Erik discusses the USPTO’s recent proposal to increase trademark filing fees – which will impact applications, renewals, and everything in between.

Erik revisits an important topic in today’s episode: trademark renewal deadlines, how to minimize risk and maximize peace of mind for your registered trademark.

Erik walks you through our new and improved homepage in this video.

Erik discusses how risk analysis works when it comes to a trademark clearance search in this episode.

Inspired by the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s album Dark Side of the Moon and its iconic cover, Erik reflects on how the trademark registration process is much like a prism.