Trademark law in Pennsylvania The concept of legally protecting intellectual property is often thought of as catchphrases, logos and other words that are associated with a certain brand. However, one guitar manufacturer is arguing that the shape of one part of its products should be trademarked as well. Gibson has…
How domain blocking can protect businesses Businesses in Pennsylvania invest substantial sums to build and protect their brands and reputations. Over the past few decades, the online presence of businesses has become a vital component of business operations. Unfortunately, cybercriminals sometimes purchase domains with similar names to the trademarks of…
Competition accused of pilfering from Zultanite brand New Jersey residents may be interested in learning that the company that owns the Zultanite trademark and related intellectual property claims that a firm owned by a former Faberge executive is infringing on its trademarks and selling gems that are not the genuine…
What is a patent licensing deal? You’ve developed and patented your invention in Pennsylvania. Now, you need to figure out how you’re going to sell it. To bring your product to the mass market, you might want to sign off on a licensing deal with an investor. A licensing deal…
Cybersecurity measures to protect businesses Cybersecurity threats are a major issue for businesses of all sizes in Pennsylvania. Hacking incidents and ransomware attacks on businesses are frequently reported in the news. While many of these reported incidents involve large corporations, small businesses are also frequently attacked by hackers and cyber…
Domain Names And Cybersquatting Most successful businesses have a website on which they advertise or sell their products or services. Having a website where consumers can learn about, and potentially purchase products or services, can be extremely valuable to any business. Part of the value of having a website is…