emc_uspatentlaw
Inventive concept needed to transform abstract ideas into patent eligible subject matter.
A patent is a set of exclusive rights granted to the inventor of a new, useful and not obvious invention. In the United States an inventor gains a patent by filing a patent application with
Watch makers face off over trademark dispute. SOLID 21 v. BREITLING
A trademark is something that consumers associate with the manufacturer of a product. Traditionally a trademark is thought of as a symbol, word or phrase, but anything that signals to consumers the identity of the
Do I have to wait for my copyright to be registered to sue for copyright infringement?
A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted to the creator of a new work of expression. Copyright generally protects creative works like books, paintings, photographs and music, but can also protect things like
Is using a URL shortening service patent infringement? INTERNET MEDIA v. CRACKER BARREL
A patent is a set of exclusive rights granted to the inventor of an invention. An inventor gains a patent in the Untied States by filing a patent application with the Untied States Patent and
Is a web page proof that a trademark is being used in commerce. IN RE:SINY
A trademark is something that a product producer uses to brand its goods so consumers can distinguish the producers goods from goods of competitors. Traditionally a trademark is thought of as a simple symbol, word
Is it copyright infringement to post a picture of yourself, taken by someone else?
A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted to the creator of a new work of artistic expression. A creator is granted a copyright to their work when the work is fixed in a
Tire repair kit manufacturer wins permanent injunction against patent infringer. TEK v. SSI
An inventor acquires a patent in the United States by filing a patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The United States Patent and Trademark Office will review the patent application and
Beer producer sued for trademark infringement by clothing manufacturer. PATAGONIA v. ANHEUSER BUSCH
A trademark is something that indicates to consumers the identity of the producer of a product. Traditionally a trademark is thought of as a word, phrase or symbol, but anything that is used to brand
Court rules use of a copyrighted photograph in a blog article fair use. CLARK v. TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES
A copyright is a set of exclusive right granted to the creator of a new expressive work or art. When an artist paints a picture, takes a photograph or creates art in some other tangible
Electric car smart grid charging patent deemed invalid. CHARGEPOINT v. SEMACONNECT
A patent is a set of exclusive rights granted to the inventor of a new invention. An inventor obtains a patent in the United States by filing a patent application with the United States Patent