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Minneapolis Intellectual Property Law Blog
A new year, new opportunities in public domain
The first day of a new year marks a new beginning and new opportunities. And it is not just a time to make resolutions; it is also a time when copyrighted materials from decades ago enter the public domain. Suppose you are the owner of a copyright or are interested in...
Don’t abandon your trademark during the pandemic
Business owners across Minnesota have been struggling with an uncertain business landscape. Financial constraints, employee safety and health regulations that change all the time can put an incredible strain on owners. With so much to think about, it can be easy to...
Protect your company from misappropriation by acquisition
Discussions between businesses involving acquisition are highly sensitive. There can be vast sums of money involved, and the future of both entities rests on the outcome of these conversations. Thus, they must be open, honest and protected. However, situations can...
Can movements be copyrighted?
Technology industries are often at the heart of intellectual property disputes. After all, it is an industry where innovation and creativity are vital to just about every company's success. However, artistic enterprises also thrive or fail on those same components....
Daniel Bruzzone Named Partner
Patterson Thuente IP has elevated patent attorney Daniel Bruzzone to the position of Partner, recognizing his indispensable grasp of new technologies, dedication to client service, and status as an emerging leader within the firm. Bruzzone works with some of the...
The many parties affected by copyright disputes
Copyrights provide critical protection and legal rights for creators. When others infringe on these rights, the makers of the creative works can enforce their copyright and seek compensation for damages. However, not all cases are this straightforward. Due to the...
David Swenson: Attorney of the Month
Patterson Thuente IP Litigation Practice Chair David Swenson was interviewed for the January issue of Attorney at Law Magazine. Read more about David's experience and vision for the future of our firm's litigation practice.
Securing the supply chain protects intellectual property
When people think about protecting intellectual property, they often assume that it starts and ends with patents, copyrights or trademarks. They believe that when they secure these, they will be sufficient in protecting the material. However, unscrupulous parties...
Happy Holidays!
More to patent disputes than infringement claims
Patents are incredibly valuable to companies, particularly those in the technology industry. These businesses fail or thrive based on their ability to provide the newest, the fastest or the most innovative solutions. Thus, disputes regarding patents and other tools to...