Disney Accused of Looting (i.e. Infringing) Pirate Franchise

Posted on December 15, 2017May 5, 2019 by Arthur

Copyright infringement typically involves copying someone else’s creative work. However, what happens when you copy something that was itself a copy of something you create? For example, what happens when someone creates a new website for you or your company; if the new website was based on your old website is it still infringing to Read more about Disney Accused of Looting (i.e. Infringing) Pirate Franchise[…]

New Patent Application Examination Rules

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Arthur

On May 5, 2011 the United States Patent Office (USPTO) will begin the implementation of new rules for prioritizing patent examination. Under Track One, the patent office will expedite the examination of Patents, within twelve (12) months for an additional $4,000 payment. Small entities will receive a 50% discount on the expedited examination fee. It currently takes Read more about New Patent Application Examination Rules[…]