Patents

False advertising suits are on the rise again. From boneless “wings” to skimpy tacos to wimpy burgers, consumers are fighting back against what they perceive as deceptive advertising practices. Now Starbucks has been added to the roster of major food and beverage companies that are having to defend their practices in court. Are these suits […]

Keira Knightley has long been known as a trendsetter in Hollywood. Now, the 38-year-old actor and Pirates of the Caribbean alum is making waves in a new way, proposing to file for intellectual property protection for her voice and likeness. Knightley says the primary goal is to ensure that AI cannot legally replicate her face,

When Vivek Ramaswamy decided to rap along to Eminem’s 2002 hit song “Lose Yourself” at the Iowa State Fair in mid-August, he probably didn’t imagine that he would soon find himself at the sharp end of one of his own heroes’ contempt–and the threat of legal action. But that’s exactly what happened. Little more than

In the past few weeks, I’ve discussed at some length my skepticism about AI-generated content and what legal protections might be available to tech-savvy users who rely on AI to create text, images, and even music. The debate has raged for as long as AI has been on the public’s radar, with opinions split about

One of the biggest challenges – and mysteries – for inventors is how to find money to start a business and get their product on the market. One way product inventors raise money is through crowdfunding campaigns. What is Crowdfunding? “Crowdfunding” refers to raising money through “funding portals.” A funding portal is, in the simplest

Did you invent a type of cosmetic product, and want to know what the process is for getting approval from the Food and Drug Administration? Before researching the approval process, it’s important to determine if the FDA considers your invention a cosmetic product, or some other type of product, like a drug. Is My Product

In Russia, it’s a patent free-for-all. They’ve effectively legalized patent theft from anyone affiliated with “unfriendly” countries. But what does this mean for Americans with patents registered in Russia? What can be done? Listen in as John Rizvi gives answers to Newsradio 600 Kogo in San Diego.

With the advent of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), cryptocurrency and other blockchain-supported tech, a few of my more tech-savvy clients are asking whether patents are on the road to obsolescence.

I’m sure you’re wondering why a serious patent attorney like me would even care about celebrating World Smile Day. First off, just because my work as a patent attorney is serious business doesn’t mean I can’t have a positive attitude and a bright smile on my face. Secondly, some of my clients, like Don Inman,

Most people in the United States start every morning with a caffeinated drink before tackling on their daily duties. It’s wild to think that the origin of coffee dates as far as the 15th century. In the United States, coffee gained popularity after the Boston Tea Party due to tea being associated with the British.