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Apr182017

Trademark dilution

California owners of trademarks have specific rights that are afforded to them under the laws of the United States. These rights protect the owners from…

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Apr102017

What is patent assignment?

A patent is considered personal property in California, and as such, you can transfer its ownership to another person. According to the United States Patent…

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Mar292017

The effects of the internet on intellectual property rights

Protecting your intellectual property in California has gotten a bit more difficult as technology has advanced. The internet has opened doors to allow people to…

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Mar202017

Copyright, fair use and YouTube

When it comes to California residents sharing information on the internet, there are always going to be concerns about copyrights. This is especially true when…

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Mar152017

What cannot be patented?

If you want to patent an invention or discovery in California, then it helps to understand what cannot be patented. The law is very specific…

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Mar082017

How is internet crime regulated?

The internet is a huge non-tangible thing that has taken over the world. Even though you are using it in California, you may be looking…

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Feb272017

How can I prevent intellectual property theft?

Fighting intellectual property theft in California is not an easy thing to do. Once your IP has been stolen, it can be difficult to track…

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Feb222017

Important things to keep in mind about trade secrets

If you have a business in California, then you might benefit from understanding more about trade secrets, which can be anything from recipes to devices.…

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Feb142017

Copyrights and memes

Memes are popular all over the internet, especially on social media. California social media users likely repost memes without ever giving a thought to copyright…

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Feb072017

Important points to know about plant patents

A plant patent differs quite a bit from a design or utility patent. If you are thinking about filing for one in California, it can…

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