Intellectual Property Blog
Patent Infringement Royalties
Pursuit of Profits: Seeking Restitution in Patent Infringement Cases Thanks to recent rulings by the U.S. Supreme Court, and the rise of opportunists known as “patent assertion entities,” or more commonly, “patent trolls,” patent litigation has become less reliable...
FTC Final Rule re Non Competes
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule on noncompete agreements. The final rule, which goes into effect within 120 days (August 2024), is intended to promote competition and increase wages by banning noncompete agreements nationwide....
Irreparable Injury and Permanent Injunctions: Revisiting eBay v. MercExchange
Irreparable Injury and Permanent Injunctions: Revisiting eBay v. MercExchange Inventors used to toil in great secrecy to develop new ideas and bring them to market, hoping nobody had beaten them to the patent office. In the early days of the patent wars, inventors...
Challenges to Patenting AI-Generated Inventions
Challenges to Patenting AI-Generated Inventions With the recent improvements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has seen an increase in patent applications for AI-assisted inventions. [1]AI helps human inventors...
NYT sues Microsoft, OpenAI for copyright infringement
This post was originally published on www.kuow.org. Microsoft’s stock price and market cap increased by 50% in 2023, thanks largely to the company’s partnership with OpenAI and its big lead in artificial intelligence. But The New York Times says Microsoft is profiting...
Navigating the Complexities of Intellectual Property Disputes with TBillick Law PLLC
In the intricate world of intellectual property (IP), disputes can be as complex as the innovations they involve. TBillick Law PLLC stands at the forefront of guiding clients through these challenging legal landscapes. This post explores how TBillick Law PLLC adeptly...
How to Protect Your Brand? Trademark Prosecution
Trademarks can be a critical asset to a business, helping to distinguish the business’s products and services from competitors. However, filing for trademark protection and navigating the prosecution process can be complex and overwhelming for companies. Trademark...
Defining the Boundaries of Fair Use Doctrine: The Case between Andy Warhol’s Estate and Lynn Goldsmith, a Photographer
The Supreme Court's recent decision involving the estate of Andy Warhol and photographer Lynn Goldsmith sparked a new debate within the realm of copyright law. The 7-2 ruling primarily revolves around the fair use doctrine, a legal concept permitting the use of...
The Role of a Trademark Attorney
Entrepreneurs often overlook the importance of securing trademark rights to their business and product names until it is too late. This can be due to the demanding pace of the start-up phase, but mistakes at this stage can be costly. A trademark is a valuable asset,...