by Paul Raya | Mar 10, 2015 | Blog, Cook Alex, Patent Portfolio, Patent Protection, Patent Strategy, Patent Trolls
Technology companies often use defensives patents to prevent and/or settle litigation. The strategy involves accumulating an extensive collection of patents to use as protection in the event a competitor attempts to file an infringement suit. Like the Soviets and the...
by Paul Raya | Nov 13, 2014 | Blog, Intellectual Property, USPTO
Our kids are the future of this country; they are the inventors and innovators of tomorrow as well as our future business leaders. Thankfully there are many resources for them to learn about intellectual property. We were thrilled to learn that the USPTO has launched...
by Paul Raya | Oct 9, 2014 | Blog, Representation
If you or someone you love (say your teenager) shares or downloads copyrighted material online, you should be aware that there is a new breed of troll: the “Copyright Troll.” This breed has been lurking in the shadows for years but they have now begun to show their...
by Paul Raya | Jul 31, 2014 | Blog, Trade Shows
The United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) 16th Annual Independent Inventors Conference will be held August 15-16, 2014. After taking place in various regions around the country, the annual conference is coming home to the USPTO headquarters in...
by Paul Raya | Jun 13, 2014 | Blog, Patent Portfolio, Patent Position, Patent Strategy
One of the most important things for any startup company to do in its infancy, particularly those in a technological field, is to begin to develop a strong patent portfolio. Engaging an experienced IP attorney early on in the company’s formation can help lead to the...
by Paul Raya | Jun 9, 2014 | Blog, Trademarks
Colorado is the first state to legalize marijuana for non-medical sale and use. The state projects $578.1 million a year in marijuana sales from the over a hundred new businesses selling pot. An Influx of Marijuana Trademarks This myriad of new businesses opening up...
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