emc_uspatentlaw
Peloton accused of infringing copyright on music it already licensed. NMPA v. PELOTON
A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted to the author of a new work of expression. In the United States an author is granted a copyright when they fix their work in a
Crypto currency company requests dismissal of patent infringement case. COOPERATIVE ENTERTAINMENT v. RIPPLE
A patent grants its owner the exclusive right to sell their invention, for a limited period of time. In exchange for that exclusive right the inventor describes how the invention works to the general public.
Trademark dispute brews between kombucha producers. GOOD OMEN v. MOBTOWN
When a company uses a symbol to distinguish its products from other products in the marketplace, that symbol is considered a trademark. In the United States using a trademark automatically grants the trademark user some
Apparel designer files suit for infringement of copyrighted camouflage design. ASAT v. CHAPTER 4
A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted to the creator of an original work of art when the art is fixed in a tangible form. Registering the work with the United States Copyright
USITC investigation of Fitbit based on complaint from Philips.
A patent is a set of exclusive right granted to the inventor of an invention. To be granted a patent in the United States, an inventor must file a patent application with the United States
Does adding “.com” create a trademark? USPTO v. BOOKING.COM
A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, or design that distinguishes products from one company from products of another company. Trademark law generally allows the owner of a trademark to exclude others from using a
Unauthorized documentary film maker faces copyright infringement suit. ABKCO v. CODA
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
Patentee found not entitled presumption of nexus for secondary considerations. FOX v. SRAM
After a patent is granted, if a member of the public discovers prior art which would render a patented invention obvious, that member of the public can request an inter partes review of the patent. Inter
Petition to cancel trademark must demonstrate standing to be successful. BANK v. JOHNSON
A trademark is a something that a producer of a product uses to distinguish its goods to consumers. Trademark holders are granted the right to exclude others from placing the trademark on goods not produced by the
Horse whisperer sues city for copyright infringement. HEDGPETH v. CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
United States copyright law grants the creator of a new work the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, perform, display, transmit and prepare derivative works based on the copyrighted work. A creator is granted a copyright