Author Archives: John DiGiacomo

Slogans can be trademarked if they’re distinctive rather than merely descriptive. Here’s what makes a slogan registrable and how to strengthen your application.

Continuation patents let you pursue additional claims based on a pending application. Here’s when and why to include continuations in your patent portfolio strategy.

Spotting intellectual property violations early allows you to act before significant damage occurs. Here’s how to identify infringement and what steps to take.

Filing a false DMCA takedown notice carries serious legal consequences including liability. Revision Legal’s internet attorneys explain the legal risks of submitting a fraudulent DMCA claim.

TikTok has become a major target of international cybersquatting. Learn how TikTok’s legal team fights domain squatters and what it means for brands.

Instagram’s terms of service grant the platform broad rights over content you post. Revision Legal’s internet attorneys explain what rights you retain and lose when posting on social media.

Independent claims stand alone; dependent claims build on others for narrower protection. Here’s how to use both strategically to maximize your patent coverage.

From Coca-Cola to Apple, landmark trademark cases have shaped brand protection law. Here’s a look at the most significant and fascinating trademark disputes.

Amazon suspensions can be prevented with the right policies and compliance practices. Revision Legal’s e-commerce attorneys explain the key steps sellers can take to avoid account suspension.

The key to trademark registration is distinctiveness — but many marks are rejected as merely descriptive. Here’s the difference and how courts draw the line.