Corporate mascots and logos are integral components of brand identity, often becoming iconic figures in popular culture. The creation and use of these characters can give rise to intricate legal challenges. This article examines some of the most notable mascots and logos, highlighting the legal complexities involved in their protection,…
Articles Posted in Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property License Infringement vs. Breach of Contract
When two parties enter into an intellectual property licensing (IP) agreement, it is not uncommon for disputes to arise regarding licensees using IP outside the scope of a license agreement. Such cases can result in IP litigation that can be extremely costly, and anybody with a possible IP dispute should…
10 Key Intellectual Property (IP) Licensing Agreement Terms – What Terms Do You Need in Your Licensing Agreement?
An intellectual property licensing agreement allows a person to retain ownership of a patent, trademark, or copyright but gives another party permission to use some or all of their intellectual property rights for a specific amount of time for a fee or royalty. Intellectual property contracts usually specify termination dates…
Protecting My Intellectual Property
Intellectual property theft costs businesses billions each year. If you believe that someone is misusing your patent, copyright, or trademark, you need to act quickly to protect your interests. The California intellectual property attorneys at Structure Law Group, LLP discuss how to respond to IP theft issues. Types of intellectual…
Due Diligence in Acquisitions: Top 5 Issues to Thoroughly Investigate
When any party is in the process of merging or acquiring another company, due diligence is absolutely necessary, and many recent mergers and acquisitions (M&As) cases have demonstrated the importance of conducting thorough due diligence reviews or evaluations. When you are in the process of buying another company, you will…
Understanding What Might Constitute Intellectual Property
Here in San Jose, intellectual property (IP) is the most valuable asset many companies own. Individuals, too, have IP rights that must be protected. The San Jose intellectual property attorneys at Structure Law Group, LLP help businesses and individuals protect their intellectual property. The United States Patent and Trademark Office…
What All Austin Entrepreneurs Must Know About Startup Law
The term “startup” refers to a company in the initial stages of its operations, usually founded by one or more entrepreneurs aiming to develop a product or service, while having high costs and limited revenue. The first thing any startup founder will need to do is hire experienced Austin startup…
When Should I Have My Employees Sign A Non-Disclosure Agreement?
Most businesses in California have confidential and valuable information to protect. Ensuring its protection is often a vital priority. In the ordinary course of business, companies will enter into numerous consulting agreements, service agreements and strategic alliances. These agreements are best made with the advice of a Los Angeles employment…
CIO: The New Chief in Charge
In the twenty-first century, information is power. Businesses are facing unprecedented challenges in the race to create, maintain and protect information. These challenges have become painfully obvious in recent years. Business owners have had to move their operations to an entirely remote format while still maintaining cybersecurity. Cybersecurity has been…
Licensing the Rights to My Intellectual Property
For many businesses, intellectual property will be their most valuable asset. Licensing your IP to other businesses is a lucrative way to earn a passive income. Patents are the most common way to earn revenue from your IP, but copyrights and trademarks can also earn revenue. Nevertheless, there are pitfalls…