Businesses can acquire the rights to original creative works through a few different methods. Some companies hire composers, writers, photographers and other creative professionals. Their contracts may give them ownership rights over the creations produced by that...
When it comes to intellectual property rights and branding, a business name is very important. It’s helpful for your company to stand out from the competition, so having a unique name is beneficial, and it can also reduce consumer confusion. People who want to...
As digital platforms expand, so do the risks of trademark misuse. The internet allows brands to reach broader audiences, but it also creates opportunities for unauthorized parties to exploit protected marks. Online infringement can harm your reputation, confuse your...
Commercial real estate developers often focus on land use, zoning, construction and financing as they seek to manage and expand their portfolio. However, intellectual property (IP) issues can also significantly impact on their projects. Overlooking IP considerations...
If you are a New Yorker facing a DMCA takedown that has disabled your online content, you want to fight back, but you may not know whether you have legal options. The good news is that you generally can fight back against DMCA takedowns and protect your intellectual...
Learning you have been sued for trademark infringement can cause you to feel panicked, confused and worried about the future of your business. Being sued can lead to significant financial consequences and ruin your professional reputation. It is important to act...
Copyright law may be used to protect several forms of creative expression in the areas of art, film, music, and literature. Once you have obtained a copyright on your work, you typically have the exclusive right to perform it, reproduce it, make derivative works from...
Some business owners are unaware or dismissive of the importance of getting a federally protected trademark, patent or copyright. This is a misstep that can cost them in myriad ways. It can even lead to them not being adequately compensated for their work. That might...
For businesses that have intellectual property (and all businesses do), your copyrighted material is protected by law, even in the Wild West of the Internet. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act is a pivotal piece of legislation that governs the relationship between...
A cease-and-desist letter is a formal legal document that demands the recipient stop engaging in a specific unlawful or improper activity. These letters are commonly used in response to trademark or copyright infringement, but can also address issues such as...