Do Patent Disputes Go To Trial?
Patent disputes can be settled outside of court or they can go to trial. Learn what happens when you file a patent claim with Patterson Thuente IP.
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Jeffer Ali, Daidre Burgess Named Principals at Patterson Thuente IP
The law behind those game-changing new inventions we crave may not always seem exciting, but intellectual property (IP) law practice is busier than ever, and client needs are evolving in interesting ways. IP-intensive industries account for around 40% of U.S. GDP and...
What can be protected with a design patent?
Design patents can be valuable tools to protect the look and appearance of your products. These are the ornamental features that set your product apart from competitors, which can have an enormous impact on consumer buying decisions. In this post, we will look at some...
Patterson Thuente, Three Attorneys Named to IAM Patent 1000
Patterson Thuente IP and three of its attorneys were named to IAM's annual list of the Patent 1000. The IAM Patent 1000 shines a spotlight on the firms and individuals that are deemed outstanding in the pivotal area of patent law. "Only individuals who stand out for...
Jim Patterson, Brad Pedersen Recognized by Super Lawyers
The 2022 edition of Minnesota Super Lawyers® listing for intellectual property was recently announced. On that list are two Patterson Thuente IP patent attorneys and Principals: Jim Patterson and Brad Pedersen. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented,...
Developing a strategy to protect your trademark
Businesses of all sizes devote considerable resources to creating distinguishing materials, from logos to words that describe products. However, it can take more effort to truly protect and monetize these forms of intellectual property. For instance, if you hold...
Mr. Peanut and Pulp Fiction — NFTs and the Metaverse
Famous products from Hormel Foods are headed to the metaverse — and the company is looking to bring their IP along, too. The company is seeking trademark protections for NFTs and other virtual products relating to Spam, Planters, Skippy, Mr. Peanut and Hormel. NFT...
Legal guidance crucial when trade secret disputes get complicated
Protecting trade secrets involves appropriately identifying them and putting legal tools in place to keep them secure. Taking legal action to hold parties accountable for misappropriation is another crucial way of preserving trade secrets' value. However, this step...
How a Patent Attorney Can Help You Avoid Technology IP Infringement
The IP attorneys at Patterson Thuente share how a patent attorney can help creators avoid IP infringement.
Ohio State University just Trademarked the word ‘THE’
At first they were denied, but Ohio State University has officially registered a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the word "THE." It is a word that the university started using in 1986 when they introduced a new logo, moving...