If you’re wondering how to prevent intellectual property theft, you are not alone. As with any other type of property, intellectual property (IP) is an extremely valuable asset for many businesses. Thus, it’s important to take precautions in an effort to protect your IP. Of course, no amount of preventative action can ensure that bad actors won’t attempt to...
Continue ReadingDamages for Patent Infringement If you have a patent that you believe is being infringed, you may have questions about recoverable damages. You may be asking what are the damages for patent infringement, and how to prove damages. Or if you are being accused of infringement, you may be asking what is the value of this patent. Our experienced patent litigation...
Continue ReadingContingency-fee litigation at Polasek Law Firm serves to aid clients in pursuing patent litigation that they might otherwise not be able to afford. For many small businesses and companies, patent litigation is too expensive to pursue. Contingency-fee litigation is a cost-effective means for small businesses and companies to receive skilled counsel and defend their rights in intellectual property lawsuits....
Continue ReadingIf you have recently filed an “intent to use” application for a mark or logo in connection with your business, it may be time to file a Statement of Use. But what exactly is a Statement of Use? Do I need one for my business? And will I have to pay a Statement of Use fee? These are questions...
Continue ReadingA logo is a design, a stylized text, or both. It represents your business or product in a manner that is distinctive enough to set it apart from others. The Nike ”swoosh” symbol and the uniquely stylized lettering of the Coca-Cola trademark are two examples of internationally successful logos. Without the exclusive trademark rights attached to these logos, however,...
Continue ReadingDo you need a lawyer to apply for a trademark registration? Well, that depends on who you are. A trademark lawyer is a legal necessity for a so-called “foreign applicant,” for example. But given the complexities of the trademark application process, hiring an attorney is also a very good idea for anyone else seeking trademark protection. Benefits of Federal...
Continue ReadingHaving a patent gives you the right to prevent others from making, using, or selling your patented invention. If a company or individual does one of these things, the patent owner may have a cause of action for a patent infringement case. If you believe someone has infringed on your patent or if you have been accused of patent...
Continue ReadingI frequently receive calls from potential clients seeking to protect their brand or a writing, but unsure whether they need to file a trademark application or obtain a copyright registration. What is the difference between trademark and copyright law? In fact, they are distinct from one another in several different ways. In a nutshell, a trademark is a word,...
Continue ReadingWhat is Copyright Registration? From the moment you create an original work, you have an exclusive intellectual property right to make copies of your work. This is known as copyright. This right exists regardless of whether you publish your work or register it with the federal government. However, there are many benefits to registering your copyright with the U.S....
Continue ReadingYour name, logo, or slogan are important parts of your business’s identity. To protect that identity—and your business’s reputation—it is important to file a trademark application form to start the process of registering your trademark. Doing so is relatively easy and can save you many legal headaches in the long run. If you are looking to register a trademark,...
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