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A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, or design—or a combination of these—that identifies and distinguishes the source of goods or services of one party from those of others. Essentially, a trademark is your brand’s identity...more
As part of our series on trademarks as critical assets for businesses, this article discusses the importance of selecting and clearing a new or altered trademark for use and registration in the United States. Trademark...more
Picture a renowned winery in the heart of Napa Valley that has built its reputation on a trademark that connoisseurs associate with exceptional quality. This trademark, a symbol of years of hard work and dedication,...more
Trademarks allow consumers to distinguish between products and services of one business and those of another, making them a most valuable business asset. However, that asset’s value is closely tied to the extent to which an...more
In today’s interconnected world, how to protect vital business assets such as key employees and confidential information is top of mind for businesses. Tools such as non-solicitation, non-compete and non-disclosure agreements...more
As 2023 commences, it’s time for companies to review and take stock of their intellectual property assets. This applies to companies that have never taken serious steps to protect intellectual property and companies that...more
It is common for private company owners to wonder what price they would receive if their company was offered for sale. When a business owner wants to formally determine the company’s actual value in the marketplace, however,...more
COVID-19 has taken a significant toll on a variety of businesses, and despite their best efforts, some may end up in bankruptcy. For those businesses, selling IP assets may enable them to find liquidity to satisfy creditors...more
Once a month, Kilpatrick Townsend will cover an interesting topic. This month, senior associate Richard Goldstucker discusses intellectual property assets....more
I’ve lost track of how many lawsuits I’ve seen between co-owners of New York City restaurants. It’s not surprising given the high percentage of restaurant failures in an intensely competitive market with high rents, high...more
When a company is starting up, there are a few legal matters that need to be addressed at an early stage. Trademark clearance and registration need be on the list. The following is an example of a scenario that we see on a...more
The national, and many times global, reach of most businesses, regardless of size and physical location, continues to drive the ever increasing importance and value of intangible assets. In fact, a business's intellectual...more
Among the other areas of your business that you need to keep in order, don’t forget your website. Your website is the company’s digital storefront to the public. Protecting it is paramount to protecting your brand. Below is a...more
As we noted in our Client Alert on December 18, 2014, President Obama has announced that he will take steps to ease regulations that have largely prevented U.S. companies from conducting business in Cuba for more than 50...more
A. Introduction - A name. It all starts with a name. A series of words, individually with little meaning, but collectively, the embodiment of creativity, passion, and inspiration. Whether the name of the craft brewery...more
A trademark is an intangible asset of the company that, like most assets, should be audited periodically. Ideally, a trademark audit examines and evaluates the strengths, weaknesses, and relative value of a company's...more
The Bankruptcy Code generally permits intellectual property licensees to continue using licensed property despite a licensor’s bankruptcy filing. However, because the “intellectual property” definition in the Bankruptcy Code...more
In This Presentation: - Introduction - Intellectual Property (IP) Basics - IP Strategy - IP Encountered by Health Care Providers - Securing Ownership of IP Assets -...more
Whether they are aware of it or not, health care providers create, purchase and use a variety of intellectual property daily in the course of operating their businesses, sometimes leading to issues involving patents,...more
You can buy or sell breakfast or a toaster without a lawyer. Business law is based on common sense. Intellectual Property (“IP”) is different. Common sense does not always apply to IP. This is dangerous because IP can be a...more
To develop a successful long-term risk minimization strategy, your company must take time to create and protect valuable intellectual property assets. To be effective, this strategy will involve critically analyzing your...more
Intellectual property (“IP”) can act as collateral to be pledged to secure an extension of credit. For example, a company that borrows money from a bank can pledge its patents as collateral for the loan. The bank (referred...more
The beginning of summer marks the start of a new chapter for both recent graduates looking for work and the businesses looking to hire them. But before you dive into that growing pile of resumes on your desk, take a...more
In a recent guest post on the Patently-O blog by Dennis Crouch, William Mann, an assistant professor of finance at the Anderson School of Management, UCLA, notes the explosion in USPTO filings that record a creditor’s...more
You know where your money and investments are and whether they are protected and paying dividends, but can you say the same about your intellectual property?...more