Author Archives: mwillee

How Do Measures Against Online Piracy Actually Measure Up?

For the average internet user, the seemingly endless content found on the web is quite easily taken for granted. Most give no thought as to where the images, videos, or words that turn up in a simple search come from. But whether it’s considered or not, all of this material has an owner somewhere. FewerContinue reading “How Do Measures Against Online Piracy Actually Measure Up?”

Is This Browser Extension Violating Copyright?

For as much fun as college can be, one of the least pleasant aspects of attending university is purchasing textbooks. As a student, you have the distinct privilege of paying hundreds of dollars for books that you’ll only use for a brief period, *cough* if at all *cough*. And while yours truly was unlucky enoughContinue reading “Is This Browser Extension Violating Copyright?”

Worst IP Mistakes in 2014, Part 2

This is the second of three posts (read Part 1 here) on the Worst IP Mistakes made in 2014 by some companies we spoke with last year. I have written on this before but multiple questions about using open source code keep coming up with clients and in presentation question and answer. A couple of conceptsContinue reading “Worst IP Mistakes in 2014, Part 2”

9 Differences Between DBA Names and Trademarks

This guest blog is by Deborah Sweeney, the CEO of MyCorporation.com. MyCorporation is a leader in online legal filing services for entrepreneurs and businesses, providing startup bundles that include corporation and LLC formation, registered agent, DBA, and trademark & copyright filing services. MyCorporation does all the work, making the business formation and maintenance quick andContinue reading “9 Differences Between DBA Names and Trademarks”

A True Crowdfunder’s Nightmare: The Importance of Safe Crowdfunding

To say that entrepreneurs work hard on their business is an understatement. They pour untold hours into their work, whether it’s getting their venture off the ground or reaching for that next rung on the ladder of success. It would be fair to say that for most, it is their life’s passion. Given that levelContinue reading “A True Crowdfunder’s Nightmare: The Importance of Safe Crowdfunding”

Have a Happy New Year, from Traklight

Get organized for the new year! Use Traklight’s ID your IP® reports to gather your essential business information, and upload the reports (as well as other sensitive business documents) into the free Basic Vault. You can share with another user, and upload any file type. Read a list of what files are perfect to storeContinue reading “Have a Happy New Year, from Traklight”

Hitting 10 Common IP Myths Like a Wrecking Ball

The wide world of intellectual property (IP) can seem a little convoluted and hard to navigate. You hear from one source it’s not a big deal and you can wait on it (we do not agree!), and then from another that it’s one of the most important things to factor in as you start yourContinue reading “Hitting 10 Common IP Myths Like a Wrecking Ball”

Grand Jeté to Grand Jury | Jordan Trademark Jeopardized

For any athlete looking to achieve global stardom, Michael Jordan stands as the gold standard. In addition to his legacy as the greatest basketball player of all time, he remains a global brand years after his retirement from the game. During his playing career, he starred in television and print ads for countless products, andContinue reading “Grand Jeté to Grand Jury | Jordan Trademark Jeopardized”

3 Effective Ways to Safeguard Your Ideas

How to safeguard your ideas or inventions is an important concern for many first time inventors or entrepreneurs. A small business, especially one that is looking to grow, has a lot to consider as they move through the winding roads of business success. Often times, small business owners are concerned about whether or not their innovationContinue reading “3 Effective Ways to Safeguard Your Ideas”