How to Protect Against Online Counterfeit During the Holiday Season
Black Friday. Cyber Monday. Holiday Flash Deals. The peak shopping season and its online buying frenzy are upon us, and with it, the proliferation of knock-offs. As holiday foot traffic to brick-and-mortar stores continues to decline, consumers are sitting at home...
Online Counterfeiting – A Growing Problem
It is a common worry among entrepreneurs and inventors that their novel idea will be copied or stolen. According to the “Global Brand Counterfeiting Report 2018,” the value of counterfeit goods in 2017 amounted to $1.2 trillion. The prevalence of counterfeit goods...
What is the Patent Subject Matter Eligibility Guidance (PEG)?
Subject matter eligibility guidance explains how the United States Patent Trade Office (USPTO) personnel including patent examiners should evaluate claims for patent subject matter eligibility under 35 U.S. Code, Section §101. The USPTO will reject a patent...
What is Intellectual Property? A Primer for Startups and Entrepreneurs on How to Protect Your Assets
What is Intellectual Property (IP)? Intellectual property is a product of human intellect. It’s what differentiates you from the competition –original ideas or concepts conceived and developed by you. Examples of IP include inventions, literary...