What is the best way to protect your business ideas? Insure yourself Hire a competent Attorney Protect your files Protect your bottom line All of the Above Start early, keep it simple, and don’t try to hide stuff from your creditors. There’s a gambling saying that goes something like, “If you want to be a…
We are pleased to announce Fraline’s selection to Super Lawyers Rising Star 2016. Fraline has been named a Rising Star in the area of Intellectual Property by Super Lawyers Magazine in 2014, 2015 and again for 2016! The designation of Super Lawyers Rising Star is reserved for the top 2.5% outstanding Illinois attorneys under the…
Source Forbes Magazine As a business grows, pitching becomes increasingly important. As the business seeks investors, new clients, or even new employees, a business owner must repeatedly reveal details about the company to others. Idea theft is an ongoing concern for many of these business owners, who see themselves as having an advantage by being…
A copyright owner has the exclusive rights to use and distribute an original work. These rights are granted for a limited period of time by a designating country. There are specific limitations to the this exclusive use. For example, “fair use” is one defense to unauthorized use of an original work. Copyright laws are limited…
A trademark identifies the owner of a particular product or service. It can be a name, word, phrase, logo, symbol, design, image or a combination of these elements. Allgaier Patent Solutions is your resource for patent, trademark and copyright protection. We provide free initial phone consultations. Office visits are by appointment. Allgaier Patent Solutions, 342B…
Intellectual property refers to the expressions of creativity such as naming of goods and services in interstate commerce, inventive concepts, art and designs. Individual legal rights to protection of this creativity can be found in patent, trademark and copyright law. An intellectual property law attorney can help explain the differences and similarities among these three…
This week in patent history Ross Clay was granted a Design patent (381781) for a swimming pool leaf and debris removal net in 1997. Abstract: An improved device for collecting and removing debris from a swimming pool, pond or the like comprising a mesh material formed into a net for collecting and temporarily storing the debris. The…
What is Patent Information? Patent information is used by professionals, researchers, legal analysts and professionals in the technical field. Patent documents contain legal information and technical data that help the aforementioned individuals make informed decisions. Why use patent information? Patent information can be used to develop new products before seeking patent protection. It can also…
Naming Generally It is common for most people to confuse patent, trademark and copyright protection when it comes to naming. A person might attempt to patent a name of a business, music group, product or other business purposes. However, patents do not afford protection for names. Patents generally protect inventions and ideas. Names would be…
Having the Idea is the First Step Most inventors do not believe that their ideas are patentable. In fact, they actually have an idea that could be protected. The discussion below can further assist an inventor in deciding whether to develop their ideas. Develop a Strategy for your Idea Write the idea down and include…
