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Glenn W. Peterson

Glenn W. Peterson has been a managing partner at Peterson Watts Law Group, LLP since 2005, based in Roseville, California. He focuses his practice on business law, litigation, real estate, employment law, and intellectual property matters. Mr. Peterson has been licensed to practice law in California since 1986 and brings decades of experience advising individuals and businesses. He earned his Jur.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law. Mr. Peterson is known for practical guidance and steady representation across complex legal issues.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Glenn W. Peterson

Jun072017

Examples of highly sought-after trade secrets

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Last Modified on May 30, 2023

While trade secrets in California can be for anything, from computer algorithms to formulas, some of the most famous are for food recipes. Many of…

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May302017

Do I have to register my copyright?

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Last Modified on Jun 02, 2023

You probably are aware of what a copyright is and how it can protect your creative works. However, many people in California do not understand…

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May232017

The sad tale of the expired fidget spinner patent

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Last Modified on May 29, 2023

Fidget spinners are the newest fad in California and states across the country. Go to any social media site, and you will see people posting…

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May162017

Facts about the patent ombudsman program

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Last Modified on May 30, 2023

Applying for a patent is a complex process that requires a person to follow the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s instructions completely. For those Californians…

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May092017

What are some important internet laws I should know?

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Last Modified on May 30, 2023

When you use the internet in California, you are not in some lawless space where your actions carry no consequences. There are actually plenty of…

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May022017

Tips for protecting trade secrets

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Last Modified on Jun 02, 2023

A trade secret is only protected as long as it remains secret information. As soon as an unauthorized person become privy to the information, the…

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Apr252017

Performance arts and copyrights

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Last Modified on Jun 02, 2023

If a person has something that he or she wants to register the copyright for in California, then it is important that he or she…

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Apr182017

Trademark dilution

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Last Modified on Jun 02, 2023

California owners of trademarks have specific rights that are afforded to them under the laws of the United States. These rights protect the owners from…

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Apr102017

What is patent assignment?

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Last Modified on May 29, 2023

A patent is considered personal property in California, and as such, you can transfer its ownership to another person. According to the United States Patent…

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Mar292017

The effects of the internet on intellectual property rights

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Last Modified on Dec 13, 2023

Protecting your intellectual property in California has gotten a bit more difficult as technology has advanced. The internet has opened doors to allow people to…

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