Vic Lin

How do you register a trademark for a lot of goods and services? Suppose you wish to register a trademark for several goods or services,…

What is the meaning of related goods and services? Likelihood of confusion is one of the biggest obstacles to registering trademarks. In comparing trademarks, examiners…

Can you patent a consumer product? Consumer products are filled with innovation. Even a slight improvement might make a consumer product worthy of a patent.…

What is a patent declaratory judgment lawsuit? A patent declaratory judgment action is an infringement lawsuit in reverse. The plaintiff is the accused infringer seeking…

Does your product infringe a patent? Patent infringement can be tricky, but not incomprehensible. No single article can tell you everything you need to know…

What if someone else filed for a similar trademark first? I can’t tell you all the reasons why people delay filing a trademark application. Perhaps…

How much are PCT national stage costs in foreign countries? The cost of a PCT national stage application will vary with each country. Several factors…

How do you defend a patent infringement claim? Accusations of patent infringement should be taken seriously. Whether they are asserted in the form of cease-and-desist…

What is a smarter way to patent a medical device? Medical device patents can make a direct impact on sales as well as create licensing…

Can you revive a granted utility patent after failing to pay maintenance fees? Yes, it is possible to revive a granted utility patent where you…

How to Register IP for your Clothing Your new clothing brand may have a variety of IP to protect. Let’s look at how you should…

What is a trade name? A trade name identifies your business. It may be your company’s name or a brand. Commonly, you may find that…