emc_uspatentlaw
Movie rental business hit with $62.4 million judgement for copyright infringement. DISNEY v. VIDANGEL
A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted to the creator of a new expressive work. Works such as photographs, music and movies are all protected by copyright law. Copyright law grants the creator
Can a Patent Trial and Appeal Board decision be appealed?
A patent is a set of exclusive rights granted to the inventor of a new invention. An inventor gains patent protection for their invention in the United states by filing a patent application with the
Louis Vuitton trademark application blocked by similar trademark.
A trademark is something that a product manufacturer uses to distinguish their products from competitors products. Traditionally a trademark is thought of as a word, phrase, or symbol. Modern trademark law can grant trademark rights
Copyright fair use, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. ANDY WARHOL v. GOLDSMITH
United States copyright law uses the phrase, original works of authorship, to describe what is protected by copyright law. This phrase is given an expansive meaning which covers creative works other than books. Music, movies, photographs
How do I fix a mistake in my patent after it is issued?
A patent is a set of exclusive rights granted by a government to the inventor of a new invention. An inventor gains a patent in the Untied States by filing a patent application with the
Important points for Chinese companies that want to protect their trademark in the US
Product manufacturers invest a significant amount of time, money and effort in developing a relationship with their customers. Advertising a product and maintaining a consistent quality helps a manufacturer develop a loyal consumer base. Manufacturers
Football History documentary found to be a fair use of Superbowl Shuffle. RED LABEL v. CHILA
A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted to the creator of a new work of expression. Expressive works such as music, choreography, and movies are all eligible for copyright protection. A creator is
Grill manufacturer gets roasted for patent infringement. NAI v. NEXGRILL
A United States patent grants its owner the exclusive right to make, use, sell and import within the United States. If someone other than the patent owner attempts to exercise one of these exclusive rights
Airline sues retailer for trademark infringe. JETBLUE v. WALMART
Using a trademark in commerce is the key to acquiring trademark rights. The first user to use a trademark to brand goods is referred to as the senior user of a trademark. Subsequent users of
How much of a song can you copy before it is copyright infringement? SKIDMORE v. ZEPPELIN
A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted to the creator of a new expressive work. Many different types of expressive works are protected by copyright including, paintings, movies, maps, music and computer software.