Product designs often serve as the cornerstone of a brand’s identity, evoking instant recognition and loyalty among consumers. From the iconic silhouette of Coca-Cola’s glass bottle to the distinctive ...

“The tension between patents and trade dress protection is most evident when the alleged trade dress (or aspects thereof) has been disclosed in a utility patent.” Patents and trademarks protect ...

When developing breakthrough technology, startups face a critical decision: pursue patent protection or maintain trade secrets. The choice depends on your technology's detectability and vulnerability ...

IN THE MID-1990s, James A. Thomson of the University of Wisconsin helped launch the field of regenerative medicine by isolating embryonic stem cells and perfecting methods for self-perpetuating them ...

When reality television and entrepreneurship intertwine, shows like ‘Shark Tank’ and the UK’s equivalent ‘Dragons’ Den’ come to mind. Both programs involve aspiring entrepreneurs pitching (hopefully) ...

A registered community design, often referred to as an "RCD," is the European equivalent to a U.S. design patent. Similar to a U.S. design patent, an RCD only protects the ornamental or outward ...

AMHERST, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OrthoLite®, the global leader in comfort and performance footwear insoles, announces that its patent protection has been extended for the speckled appearance of its ...

Pharmaceutical companies layer on patents for drug delivery devices to maintain market exclusivity, according to a new study.