The Copyright Three-Month Rule: Why Registration Timing Can Change an Infringement Case
Copyright exists automatically, but registering within three months after first publication can preserve eligibility for statutory damages and attorney’s fees.
Versata v. Ford: Trade Secret Damages Are Not Limited to Prior License Fees
The Federal Circuit’s modified Versata v. Ford opinion explains why prior licensing history does not necessarily cap trade-secret damages—and what plaintiffs still must prove.
Guymon v. Squires: The 180-Day Patent Term Adjustment Deadline
The Federal Circuit’s September 10, 2026 Guymon decision shows why patent owners must separately docket USPTO reconsideration and the 180-day deadline for judicial review of a patent term adjustment decision.
Patent Venue After TC Heartland: Offices, Remote Employees, and Servers
Patent venue follows its own federal rules. Learn how TC Heartland, In re Cray, remote employees, servers, and foreign defendants affect where a patent case can be filed.
Trademark Licensing Without Losing Control: Avoiding the Naked-Licensing Trap
A trademark license needs more than royalty and territory terms. This guide explains how quality standards, approvals, inspections, records, corrective action, and real oversight help protect the mark from naked-licensing risks.
