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This graphic is representational only. The actual Devil's Desciples MC logo includes a swastika on its design, which we chose to omit from this blog post. Motorcycle courtesy of Vecteezy. This graphic is representational only. The actual Devil's Desciples MC logo includes a swastika on its design, which we chose...

Background Congress has the power to promote the progress and science of useful arts, by securing for limited times to authors and inventors the exclusive right to their respective writings and discoveries.  Article I, Section 8, United States Constitution (Article I).  The Copyright Act of 1976, as amended by the...

Apple iPhone (left) vs. Samsung Galaxy S (right). Pretty similar, right? Samsung Beats Apple in a Unanimous Supreme Court Decision: The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled on a design patent case—its first time doing so in over 120 years. Earlier this month, the Supreme Court sided with Samsung in a unanimous 8-0 decision,...

Two Portland businesses, Heart LLC and Heart Pizza LLC, are currently battling over the use of their very similar names. Heart LLC has been using the trademark HEART in connection with specialty coffee goods and services since 2009. Heart Pizza LLC, on the other hand, started using the trademark HEART in connection with—you guessed it—pizza-related...

You've built something special. Maybe it's an innovative product, a recognizable brand, or a unique process that sets you apart from competitors. But dangerous misconceptions about intellectual property could leave your most valuable assets completely unprotected. Intellectual property (IP) myths are costing businesses millions in lost revenue, legal battles, and...

Your company's name is more than just a label; it's a valuable asset that not only represents your brand but represents the legacy of your work in the world as well. It tells your clients, customers, and community who you are and what your business stands for. Protecting your business...

The journey of launching a new business or expanding an existing one brings the thrill of crafting a unique identity—choosing a catchy name, designing an eye-catching logo, and selecting other branding elements. This creative process is exhilarating, yet it's fraught with hidden dangers, notably the risk of infringing on another...