A new idea can come from anywhere. You may discover that a difficult task at home could be simpler, or you may find a new way to manage your projects at work. After the initial excitement of the idea, it is time to start tinkering with ways to make it part of your...
A team-based IP-protection strategy for startups
Let’s say two businesses launch at exactly noon this coming Monday. Though they might sell dramatically different products or services, the two startups are likely to have a few things in common, such as a limited budget and a need to protect intellectual property –...
Part II: Common mistakes entrepreneurs make with intellectual property
As regular readers of our International Intellectual Property Legal Blog undoubtedly recall, we recently wrote about common mistakes entrepreneurs make with their IP. The previous post covered topics such as ignoring infringers (and being heavy-handed with IP...
Part I: Common mistakes entrepreneurs make with intellectual property
Entrepreneurs are typically hard-working and decisive, armed with a vision of how their business can rise above the competition. They also tend to be creative people who are risk-tolerant and adaptable. Sometimes successful entrepreneurs are so focused on day-to-day...
Protecting IP from competitors and former employees
One of the most valuable assets a company can have is its intellectual property. Just as jewelry stores lock up their diamonds and gold, companies must secure and protect IP from competitors and ex-employees. You can’t lock your IP in a safe, of course. It must often...
