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Insights on Intellectual Property

Analysis, updates, and commentary on patent law, trademark, copyright, and the evolving IP landscape.

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AI & Patent Inventorship
Patent Law
Who Owns an AI-Generated Invention? The Evolving Question of Inventorship
Courts and the USPTO continue to grapple with whether artificial intelligence systems can qualify as inventors under the Patent Act — and what that means for patent holders.
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Foreign Filing Strategy
International IP
Strategic Timing in International Patent Prosecution: Key Considerations
Navigating PCT deadlines, national phase entries, and international filing strategies requires careful planning. A misstep can mean permanent loss of rights in key markets.
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Trade Secret Protection
Trade Secrets
Trade Secrets vs. Patents: Choosing the Right Protection for Your Innovation
For many inventions, the decision between patent protection and trade secret protection is a strategic one with long-term consequences. Here's how to think through the tradeoffs.
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USPTO Practice Updates
Patent Prosecution
Recent USPTO Guidance on Alice/Mayo: What Practitioners Need to Know
The line between patent-eligible and patent-ineligible subject matter remains one of the most contested areas of U.S. patent law. Recent guidance offers some clarity — and new questions.
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Startup IP Strategy
Business Strategy
Building an IP Portfolio from Day One: Advice for Early-Stage Companies
For startups, intellectual property is often the most valuable asset. A proactive strategy — established early — can be the difference between a defensible market position and an exposed one.
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Trademark Enforcement
Trademark
When to Send a Cease and Desist — and When to Hold Back
Trademark enforcement requires a calibrated approach. An aggressive C&D can escalate into costly litigation; a passive posture risks abandonment claims. Here's how to strike the right balance.
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