Intellectual property refers to creations and inventions of the mind that may not have a physical construction. They are divided into two categories: (1) Industrial property that includes patents/inventions as well as trademarks and industrial designs, and (2) Copyright, which included literary and artistic works such as architectural designs, drawings and performances. Under intellectual property law, the holder of one of these “properties” has certain exclusive rights to that invention or creative work.

At Tully Rinckey PLLC, our lawyers handle multiple divisions of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks and service marks, copyrights, trade secrets, technology transfer, unfair competition, international protection, and computer and internet law.

Patents

If you have invented a new and useful process or material or have an original design or improvement for a product, you need the legal protection of a patent. A United States patent is a grant of a property right by the government that gives you the right to exclude others from practicing your invention or design for a limited period of time. At Tully Rinckey PLLC, our attorneys can help you acquire a patent as well as handle patent-litigation if you think your rights have been infringed.

Trademarks and Service Marks

Trademarks are those symbols that identify the goods of a person or company, including any word, name, symbol, device or combination of these that distinguishes the product from others. Service marks are very similar, however they identify the source of the services rather than the actual product. If you have a trademark issue, such as trademark infringement, or want to file to obtain a trademark, lawyers at Tully Rinckey PLLC can assist you.

Copyrights

In order to fully protect original works, such as words, drawings, designs or other tangible means of expression, you need to register for a copyright. Infringement of copyrighted material occurs when someone copies or sells the material in violation of copyright laws. At Tully Rinckey PLLC, our attorneys recognize how valuable your original work is and how important it is to protect it. Let us help you fight copyright theft and infringement.

Trade Secrets

Do you have a special formula, design, or device that elevates your business over the competition? It is important for the success of your business that this trade secret stays just that, a secret. The lawyers at Tully Rinckey PLLC can help you draft non-disclosure contracts with your employees and contractors that will protect you and your livelihood, as well as provide trade secret litigation if needed.

Technology Transfer

The process of transferring scientific findings and new technologies from one organization to another is known as technology transfer. The attorneys at Tully Rinckey PLLC can advise clients on technology transfer matters, such as filing patents on technology, developing transfer programs, ownership disputes, and more. We can also help negotiate and prepare technology transfer agreements.

Unfair Competition

Unfair competition law includes acts of trademark infringement, false advertising and trade secret theft and may involve both federal and state causes of action. A typical case of unfair competition is when a business uses distinctive symbols, logos, methods of packaging or other means to confuse consumers with goods provided by another successful business. If you have a product or service that you think has been illegally copied, the lawyers at Tully Rinckey PLLC can help you seek relief.

International Protection

Not only do you want your work protected in the United States, but you also want protection when dealing internationally. Aspects of trademark, copyright and patent law matters vary from country to country, making it crucial to have knowledgeable and trusted legal counsel by your side. The attorneys at Tully Rinckey PLLC will work hard to safeguard your ideas and creations during international litigation.

Computer and Internet Law

Technologies are constantly changing and evolving, and appropriately, the area of computer and Internet law has followed suit. At Tully Rinckey PLLC, we have experienced attorneys that are well equipped to handle cases involving Internet law and can advise you on issues involving conducting business online and various other legal issues and disputes.

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