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We hope the following articles will be a useful resource for your business as you navigate the legal world. Please note that these articles are for informational purposes only, and do not constitute legal advice. If you wish to speak to an attorney about any particular issue, please call us at (503) 807-8821 for a free initial consultation. Or, you can email us at info@resnovalaw.net to set up an appointment.
Learn About Patent Law.
Patents offer protection for your new and useful inventions, including methods, devices, plants, designs, software, and more.
Patents and Confidentiality: What You Need to Keep Secret and Why
Should You Seek Patent Protection for Your Cannabis-Related Invention?
Proper Venue in Patent Infringement Suits After 'TC Heartland'
Apple Loses to Samsung in Supreme Court Design Patent Case, But the Battle Isn't Over
Reuse, Recycle, and Repurpose: A Big Supreme Court Win for Thrifty Businesses
Check out the below video and accompanying article, Protect Your Innovation: An Interview with Shawn Small of Ruckus Composites.
Learn About Trademark Law.
Trademarks offer protection for your branding, including business and product names, designs, slogans, logos, and overall appearance.
Trade Dress: How to Protect the "Look and Feel" of Your Business
Cheerios Yellow: A Colorful Approach to Branding and Trademarks
A Heart-to-Heart Conversation About Trademarks: Heart LLC v. Heart Pizza
Check out the below video and accompanying article, Protect Your Brand: An Interview with Ian Williams of Deadstock Coffee.
Learn About Copyright Law.
Copyrights offer protection for your creative works, including songs, illustrations, photographs, literature, and other original works of authorship.
Learn About Trade Secret Law.
Trade secrets offer protection for your proprietary business information, including secret methods, formulas, discoveries, customer lists, and more.
Learn About Business Law and Contracts.
Business law covers a wide range of topics, including contracts, entity formation, buying or selling company assets, intellectual property, and more.
Business Law 101: What Does Business Law Cover and How Can We Help?
Drafting and Negotiating Contracts: 5 Tips for Small Business Owners
Employees, Employers, Independent Contractors, and Intellectual Property: Whose Right is it Anyway?
Check out the below video and accompanying article, Protect Your Business: An Interview with Tamara Young of Consign Couture.