Individuals and companies in the process of patenting an invention must conduct a thorough patent search. A comprehensive patent search involves reviewing related patents and publications to ensure the new invention meets patent eligibility requirements. Review these...
Texas is among the states whose trade secret laws developed using the Uniform Trade Secrets Act as a model. However, businesses sometimes overlook the protection of their own trade secrets. Here are five tips for keeping such essential information safe. 1. Identify...
Nearly 50 years after "Stairway to Heaven" became a staple for the rock band Led Zeppelin, a recent intellectual property battle over its origins ended. Texas residents may have heard that members of former U.S. rock band Spirit accused Led Zeppelin of pinching the...
Texas residents may have heard that a Massachusetts brewery is under pressure by Duke University to change its name over allegations that its name, Iron Duke, infringed on the university's trademark. Although it's important to defend a company or organization's...
Texas inventors should take a look into getting patents for their discoveries and inventions. A patent gives the creator of a product the property rights to that invention. It prevents other people from creating an identical product for use, for sale or for profit....
If you create a new electronic device in your Texas workshop, it may be possible to patent it. In some cases, it may be possible to apply for protection under both American and international laws. This means that it may not possible for people or companies to copy...
