The Lanham Act, otherwise known as the Trademark Act of 1946, was created to provide a national system under which businesses could register their trademarks and find protection against their improper use. At Millstone Peterson & Watts, LLP, our staff recommends...
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Month: January 2016
Patent trolls abuse laws for their own gain
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Jan 22, 2016 | Patent Law
Patent trolling is a recent development in the world of business litigation, and it is transforming how patents are used in all sectors of the economy. According to the New York Times, patent trolls are a new breed of business that neither develop products nor conjure...
Copyright infringement in written works
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Jan 14, 2016 | Copyright Law
According to the U.S. Copyright Office, a copyright is a protection provided to authors of original written works. This can include literary works as well as musical, dramatic and artistic creations. It ensures that authors maintain complete control over their...
How to protect your business from cyber crimes
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Jan 8, 2016 | Internet
Cyber crimes are becoming an increasingly common occurrence in today’s digital age. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigations, identity theft, fraud and intrusions into others’ networks and computers make up the most common types of cyber crimes....
What is trademark dilution?
On Behalf of Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP | Jan 1, 2016 | Trade Secrets
Trademark dilution is what can happen if your trademark is weakened and no longer able to adequately distinguish and identify services and goods, according to the International Trademark Association. This may happen if another company decides to use your mark or a...
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