[INFOGRAPHIC] Copyright Protection 101: A Visual Guide Copyright is designed to provide authors protection against unauthorized usage of their original creative work. Unfortunately, not everyone understands how it works. Let this infographic fill you in with the basics. Copyright is a legal protection given to the authors of original and creative work, which is put […]
Naming Your Company and Watching Your Back With a TradeMark Search Choosing a Name for Your Business Entrepreneurs and startups spend lot of time and resources to identify what their corporate name, URL, and slogan will be. Why go through all the hassles of picking a name for your business only to discover that someone […]
What Is a Patent Watch and Do I Need One? What Is a Patent Watch and Do I Need One?: No matter the industry your company operates in, it is imperative that you keep a close eye on your competitors’ IP activity. In doing this, it becomes easier to pinpoint any patents/products that will infringe […]
Why You Should File a Provisional Patent Application Why You Should File a Provisional Patent Application: When beginning the process of obtaining a patent for your invention, it might seem like applying for a provisional patent application is just wasting money and effort. However, ultimately it can provide much more protection against infringement without showing all […]
Why Are Patent Drawings Important? “A picture is worth a thousand words.” While cliché, this adage holds true, especially when it comes to patent drawings. Most of the time, an idea is better explained when its description is accompanied by a detailed and accurate illustration. A visual depiction of an invention helps the patent examiners […]
Basics About Patent Infringement and Litigation As an inventor, protecting your idea or creation will always be a high priority. One way to do that is to have your invention patented. When a patent is threatened, however, the holder must take extra measures to protect their rights and interests. Legal Advantage, your provider of reliable […]
Top 3 Reasons to Invest in Professional Patent Proofreading As a patent infringement analysis expert, Legal Advantage strongly recommends examining your patent application in close detail before submitting it. Proofreading is a must because even small errors can have a major impact. Your patent application must be able to withstand scrutiny and it needs to […]
Things You Need to Know About Patent Illustrations A patent drawing assists in the understanding of an invention, which is why it’s a good idea to invest in professional patent illustration services when drafting your claim. A patent illustration is important because an invention needs to be described with as much detail and specificity as […]
Colgate-Palmolive’s Lawsuit Against Ranir LLC Southern District of New York — On January 29th, 2018, Colgate-Palmolive filed a lawsuit against Ranir LLC, an oral healthcare company. The lawsuit alleges trademark infringement. The toothbrushes being sold by Ranir allegedly infringe upon the “360°” trademark owned by Colgate. Legal Advantage, premier choice for patent illustration services, explains […]
Christian Louboutin’s Fight to Trademark Red Soles Staying updated on the latest news regarding intellectual property helps you better understand your rights as a patent owner and how to protect those rights. On February 6, 2018, the European Union’s highest court ruled against Christian Louboutin in a case about his brand’s trademark for footwear. Legal […]