Client Alert: USPTO Trademark Scams on the Rise
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a warning to business owners: scammers are impersonating the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in an effort to defraud applicants. These scams specifically target businesses that have filed trademark applications, often using fear and urgency to trick owners into sending money or sharing sensitive information. How […]
Foreign Legal Update: A Win for Melona in Korea
The Seoul High Court recently issued a decision that has caught the attention of Korea’s food and beverage industry – and that is relevant to all CPG brands regarding unique packaging. At the heart of the case was Melona, a well-known melon-flavored ice cream bar, and its rival product Melonbar. The question before the court […]
AI-Generated Content & IP Ownership: Who Really Owns the Output?
From blog posts to digital art to lines of code, artificial intelligence can now generate a wide array of content. But who owns that content? As businesses increasingly use generative AI tools like ChatGPT, DALL·E, or Midjourney, the question of intellectual property (IP) ownership has become more relevant and more complicated than ever. What Counts […]
Strategizing Before Launch: What Founders & Creatives Need to Know About IP Timing
When you’re building something new – a brand, a product, or creative content – excitement often takes center stage. You focus on refining your design, pitching to investors, or launching the content. In all of that momentum, many founders and creatives make a critical mistake. They wait too long to protect their intellectual property. Understanding […]
