Registration and maintenance of a trademark requires that the trademark is distinctive and does not become generic. There are five categories of trademark distinctiveness: In descending order, from strongest to
Camryn Sullivan, a student from Amherst Central High School, isn’t your typical high school senior. She has gained an impressive knowledge in such topics as trademarks, patents, and marketing through
For many inventors and businesses, patents are of little value unless they are monetized. Patent owners have several different routes they can take to monetize their patents, but the general
Every great invention starts with a problem. For Ryan Ferris, that problem came in the form of the pesky mess left behind after trimming trees and shrubs. How could landscapers
It’s always exciting to see the success of our clients as they continue to grow their brand! In October 2016, LoTempio Law introduced Debbie Sullivan of Kae and Cami. Debbie
Described by The New York Times as “a craze to rival the Hula-Hoop, and even less explicable,” the Pet Rock made Inventor Gary Dahl a millionaire. The secret to his
It is no secret that in order to obtain a patent, the invention must be a “useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of matter, or any new and useful improvement
In today’s modern society, pharmaceutical drugs are indispensable to the health of millions world-wide. From enhancing the quality of life to curing some of the deadliest sicknesses, drugs are one
This week, I had the chance to talk with Idris McKelvey, patent counsel for the Estee Lauder company and a dedicated attorney to the Aveda brand. Idris gave me some
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