Intellectual Property

When was the last time you used “intellectual” and “pets” in the same sentence? Oh, sure – some think cats are fiercely independent and stealthy,

“Branding” the product is a normal first step when introducing that product into the marketplace. A primary focus of branding is what to “name” it.

In 2020, there were over 700,000 trademark applications filed at the U.S. Trademark Office. In the past the U.S. Trademark Office has been fairly friendly to

The end of a Congressional year is met with typical threats of a government shutdown if the following year’s budget is not authorized. News headlines

Good trademark selection is almost always a curious process. You want your client to select a distinctive and memorable mark, but not one that is

On a level playing field, competitors follow the same rules. The reason for this is obvious. If competitors are required to follow the same rules,

In the United States we usually have the power of choice. We have the freedom to choose our elected officials,  how we worship, where we