When does an IPR make sense?
December 2, 2022
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The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the government entity that is responsible for reviewing and granting patents. But like any entity, it is
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3 steps to avoiding patent-eligibility challenges
November 22, 2022
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When you create a new product or technology that you want to protect, the logical solution is to apply for a patent. However, many people
Domain Names and Branding: How to Secure your Online Presence
November 15, 2022
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Our legal team shares comprehensive advice and insights to help you navigate a domain name dispute and – better yet – avoid one entirely.
How much human involvement is needed to secure a patent when AI is involved?
November 8, 2022
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When the average person in the street thinks of a patent, they might think of an inventor sitting alone in their garage, dreaming up the
Do NFTs require IP protection?
November 1, 2022
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If you are considering creating or trading NFTs (non-fungible tokens), you need to be clear about who owns the rights to the intellectual property (IP)
When – and How – to Pursue IP Litigation
October 21, 2022
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When patents, copyrights, or trademarks are infringed upon – that is, used without the proper permission of the owner – this can result in IP litigation brought on by the IP owner.
How to Handle a Predatory Contract
September 26, 2022
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In the realm of contract law, a large percentage of issues arise because one party attempted to present a contract with predatory terms. Often masked
What Moderna vs. Pfizer/BioNTech can teach us about patent infringement
September 21, 2022
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Whenever there is a major public focus on a certain medical issue or pressing demand for new medical treatments, pharmaceutical companies scramble to be the
Protecting your idea while crowd-funding
August 30, 2022
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You’ve come up with a great idea for a new product but do not have the funds to get it off the ground alone. If
When should you get international IP protection?
August 23, 2022
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Not everyone needs international protection for their intellectual property (IP). Yet many companies find out too late that they should have taken it out. Whether
Patterson Thuente, Three Attorneys Named to IAM Patent 1000
August 22, 2022
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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
Expanding the reach of Patent Pro Bono
August 22, 2022
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Patterson Thuente IP was instrumental in the formation of the Patent Pro Bono Program (PPBP) — the first program of its kind in the United
Can attending a trade show help you spot patent infringement?
August 16, 2022
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For inventors and companies investing in new technology, patents are a crucial form of protection. Once you have a patent on a certain part or
Do Patent Disputes Go To Trial?
August 11, 2022
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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.
What can be protected with a design patent?
August 9, 2022
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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
Jeffer Ali, Daidre Burgess Named Principals at Patterson Thuente IP
August 8, 2022
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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
Jim Patterson Recognized by Super Lawyers
August 3, 2022
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The 2022 edition of Minnesota Super Lawyers® listing for intellectual property was recently announced. On that list are Patterson Thuente IP patent attorney: Jim Patterson.
Developing a strategy to protect your trademark
August 2, 2022
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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
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