Every business needs to think about its intangible assets. A unique product package or a well designed website can translate to a real competitive advantage. A powerful brand sends a clear message in the all too crowded digital marketplace.
In the digital age it is possible to create, publish and share content with the speed of light. This ability to share has put a great strain on traditional principles of copyright law. Does the ability to share mean the right to steal?
Digital technology has also profoundly affected how trademarks are used- by brand owners, their competitors, and the public.
What competitive acts are fair and proper? What acts are improper and illegal? Moreover, where is the line of demarcation?
Answering such questions has never been easy. And answers are even more challenging today. However, answers can be found. Working together we will find the best answers for your business. I can help you in these areas:
- Ordering and evaluating trademark search reports
- Filing federal and state trademark applications
- Global trademark registration, monitoring, and protection
- Domain name registration
- E-Commerce contracts, policies, licensing
- Registering works of authorship with US Copyright Office
- Fair use of copyrighted works
- License compliance
- Open source software issues