Labeling a patented product with a patent number is called “patent marking.” There is no requirement to mark your patented products, however, failure to mark can limit the amount of money (damages) you would be awarded in a...more
Effective Ways to Protect Your Intellectual Property: International Design Patents -
The Hague Agreement Concerning the International Deposit of Industrial Designs (the “Hague Agreement”) is an international registration...more
Hint: The standard employment agreement you have been using that includes an assignment of IP provision might not be sufficient. -
In the United States, employers don’t own an employee’s or consultant’s inventions unless...more
This article is the next in a series of posts discussing IP issues surrounding 3D printing. As discussed in the last post, some types of 3D printing technology have become affordable enough for home use. This has led to...more