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Publishing attorneys, also known as literary lawyers, specialize in the legal and business aspects of the book industry. They provide essential services for both traditionally published and self-publishing authors, as well as publishers and literary agents. Key Legal...

"Orphan works" are copyrighted materials—ranging from photographs and films to books and musical compositions—whose owners are difficult or impossible to identify or locate after a reasonably diligent search. Although these works are still protected by copyright law,...

Trademark Office exceeds Fiscal Year 2025 goals The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) surpassed all major trademark performance goals for Fiscal Year 2025, which ended September 30. In Fiscal Year 2025, they reduced average first action pendency by 25% and...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally transforming the landscape of trademarks and brand management, presenting both unprecedented opportunities for efficiency and complex new legal challenges. From accelerating the application process to creating a new...

In today’s digital economy, a domain name is more than just an address — it’s your brand identity, marketing foundation, and a critical piece of intellectual property. Securing the right domain names, and doing so strategically, can mean the difference between owning...

As of late 2025, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has implemented significant trademark fee increases, transitioned to a new Trademark Center filing system, and issued sanctions against foreign filing firms. Globally, other trademark offices have also been...

For individuals and small businesses, the cost and complexity of federal court have historically made it difficult to pursue or defend against copyright infringement claims. The Copyright Alternative in Small-Claims Enforcement (CASE) Act of 2020 sought to remedy this...

A Driving Force in the Industry Trademarks play a crucial role in the motorsports and automotive specialty equipment industries, extending far beyond simply identifying a brand. They are integral to brand building, revenue generation, and safeguarding intellectual...

How to Unlock the Power of Your Company’s Intellectual Property You May Not Even Know You Have A lot of small businesses are producing new ways of doing things and creating all kinds of materials and processes that they may not think about officially protecting but...

Before putting your small business on the market, taking the time to prepare legally can make or break your sale. Start by organizing your essential legal documents—this includes business licenses, formation documents, tax records, and a clear record of ownership....