Intellectual Property

What are Non-Fungible Tokens and are There Ways to Legally Protect Them?

Also known as NTFs or NFTies, non-fungible tokens represent a type of digital asset and its ownership is recorded on a blockchain, which is a digital ledger that was made popular by digital currencies like Bitcoin.  However, if in the case of digital currencies, tokens had a similar value and could easily be swapped for… Read More

Guide to International Patent Protection

International patent protection has been gaining popularity over the years. Now more than ever, intangible assets such as patents have never been more important. As businesses continue to expand their market reach, patent protection has been one of the most important assets that jump-start their success abroad. It is worth noting, however, that the journey… Read More

5 Ways China Can Improve its Trademark Laws

The meteoric rise in the number of trademark applications in China over the last five years is a testament to the power and importance of China as a market for brand owners. In 2012, there were approximately 1.5 million applications filed in China, and by 2016 that number rose to 3.6 million. In 2017 applicants… Read More

What to Ask Your Attorney About Legal Expenses and Intellectual Property

1. What is the legal team’s background in working with other clients in a similar industry, company size, or stage as a small business owner? Different industries have different needs. If representing a food-catering business, you will need to know about various local and city permits needed to obtain. If presenting e-commerce businesses, you need… Read More

Protecting Intellectual Property: An Easy Guide for Startups

What Is Intellectual Property? Intellectual property (IP) is a general term for the rights recognized by U.S. law for creations of the mind, including: Patents – rights granted to inventors for novel and useful inventions. Trademarks – rights granted to businesses relating to the branding of their goods and services (company, product and service names). Copyrights – rights… Read More

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