Author Archives: John DiGiacomo

The right time to hire a trademark lawyer is before problems arise. Here’s a guide to the situations where a Michigan trademark lawyer adds the most value.

As AI systems generate and reproduce content, the question of whether AI can infringe copyright has become central to IP law. Here’s what courts have found so far.

A trademark class search identifies other registered marks in the same class of goods or services. Here’s how it works and why it’s a critical first step.

Video gaming lawyers handle IP, contracts, and employment issues for game developers and publishers. Here’s how to find and hire the right gaming lawyer.

A derivative work is a new work based on a pre-existing copyrighted work. Here’s what qualifies as a derivative work and when you need permission to create one.

Trade dress protects the visual appearance of a product or business; trademarks protect names and logos. Here’s how they differ and when each applies.

You can register a song copyright yourself, but a copyright lawyer helps you avoid mistakes and enforce your rights. Here’s when hiring one makes sense.

A trademark license grants another party permission to use your mark under defined conditions. Here’s how licensing agreements work and what they must include.

A common law trademark search finds unregistered marks that could still block your application. Here’s what it involves and why it’s essential before filing.

You can file a trademark application yourself through the USPTO’s TEAS system — but mistakes are common. Here’s a step-by-step guide to self-filing.