Author Archives: John DiGiacomo

Common law trademark rights arise from actual use in commerce, even without USPTO registration. Here’s what protection they provide and their limitations.

A trademark assignment transfers ownership of a mark from one party to another. Here’s how assignments work, what must be included, and how to record them with the USPTO.

Unfair competition torts cover a range of business wrongs including false advertising, trade secret theft, and passing off. Here’s how these claims work.

The FTC has moved to restrict non-compete agreements across the economy. Here’s what the agency’s actions mean for employers currently using these clauses.

Online defamation can cause significant harm to your reputation and business. Revision Legal’s internet defamation attorneys explain when suing for cyber defamation is worth pursuing.

Copyright lawyers often take a percentage of settlements in infringement cases. Here’s how fee arrangements work and what to expect when hiring copyright counsel.

Suggestive trademarks hint at a product’s qualities without describing them directly — making them strong and registrable. Here’s why they’re a smart choice.

Selling a video game without legal counsel can expose developers to costly IP and contract issues. Revision Legal’s video game attorneys explain what legal help you need before releasing your game.

TESS is the USPTO’s free trademark search database. Here’s how to use it effectively, what search strategies work best, and what results mean for your application.

Suing for defamation in Kentucky without a lawyer is technically possible but legally complex. Revision Legal’s internet defamation attorneys explain the process and its challenges.