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 first with viable options. The proliferation of new viruses around the world inevitably leads to the...
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 process, you either have the right to exclusively use your creation or to license it to other companies. They pay you a fee...
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.
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...
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...
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. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented, multiphase selection process that includes...
The IP attorneys at Patterson Thuente share how a patent attorney can help creators avoid IP infringement.
We covered on our blog in March a ruling from the Copyright Review Board regarding a case of an invention made by artificial intelligence (AI). The copyright application claimed an artwork created by a computer algorithm running autonomously on a machine. The...
Lately, it seems that many modern pop songs have been under fire for copyright infringement. Artists seem to be inspired by past lyrics or chord progressions so much so that they incorporate them into their next big hit. Some artists, like Olivia Rodrigo, have even...
Consumers make purchasing decisions based on myriad factors, from accessibility to price. The appearance of products also plays a considerable role in buying habits. People want to enjoy looking at what they buy, and they want other people to like looking at what they...