One of the core concepts in patent law is prior art. At a basic level, prior art refers to evidence that an invention or similar concept already existed before the
When founders think about patents, the focus is usually on the idea itself. Is it new? Is it worth protecting? Should we file now or later? But in practice, some
Amazon sellers are using AI everywhere now: listing images, lifestyle shots, ad creatives, product demos, short-form video, and “UGC-style” content. That is not inherently a problem. AI is a powerful
Rey Barceló, partner at Barceló, Harrison & Walker, LLP, has authored the Trends and Developments section for the USA – California chapter of Trade Marks & Copyright 2026, published by
You secured your patent and launched your product. Now, a copycat has appeared on Amazon or eBay, undercutting your price and diverting your sales. This is where you must enforce
If you sell on Amazon, you know the competition is tough. New products often attract copycats, and without the right protection, your ideas can be copied, which can hurt your
Although Inter-partes Review (IPR) procedures before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) is much less expensive to fully complete than patent litigation in US District Court, that is
(A note from your friendly neighborhood IP lawyer) If you’re a corporate lawyer working with startups, you already wear about six hats. You’re busy forming entities, coordinating fundraising efforts,
For business and corporate lawyers supporting early-stage start-ups If you work with start-up founders, you already know how much they juggle, from entity formation and fundraising to contracts, hiring, and
For the lawyers who support startups, creators, and cutting-edge brands If you work with entrepreneurs who are launching new products, building distinctive brands, or developing digital-first platforms, you’re working with
