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A professional patent search is an important benefit to inventors, and it’s not just because of the adage that there is nothing new under the sun. Inventors need to be sure their innovative work is fruitful. Although it may seem an easy thing to investigate whether there is already a patent on an idea you’ve […]
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Unless you have been living under a rock for several years, the name of a popular NFL team has been a hot topic of conversation. While many have argued over the name, the Washington Redskins have been reluctant to change it for a myriad of reasons. That is, until now. After decades under their current […]
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An important consideration that is often overlooked by businesses and individuals is the protection of intellectual property (IP) by a Houston ip attorney. If your business or writing career has been built on a unique and profitable concept, it is at risk of being stolen. Intellectual assets are often more valuable than any other aspect […]
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29 May '20
The moment you have finished writing a song and recorded it on any tangible medium that can be read or heard, the lyrics and/or tunes have music copyright protection. Because it is your intellectual property (IP), you can immediately include the © for copyright on your work—it’s not necessary, but it is recommended. Leaving things at that […]
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Do you have a trade secret that the success of your business depends upon? Protecting your trade secrets is an important step in ensuring your business can thrive. You may have a top-secret recipe to rival Kentucky Fried Chicken or an original way to create a new art form. If you were to patent your […]
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You’ve likely heard of the University bribe scandal, in which Lori Loughlin (Aunt Becky) and Mossimo Giannulli, among others, were charged for allegedly paying thousands of dollars so their daughter could gain admission to the University of Southern California. You probably didn’t know, however, that their daughter and YouTube influencer Olivia Jade recently had her […]
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Have you ever considered the importance of a company’s logo? Have you thought about what it means in the minds of consumers? Or even the legality of creating these trademarked images in the first place? A recent court case demonstrates to us just how interesting and important this topic can be. The Facts of the […]
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We’re proud to announce that Zachary Hiller of the Law Office of Zachary Hiller has been added to the list of Super Lawyers Rising Stars. Super Lawyers is a widely recognized rating service that honors outstanding lawyers across the country. The selection process, which covers lawyers from more than 70 practice areas, includes both independent […]
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Intellectual property isn’t just a question for big companies to worry about. Small businesses and startups have a vested interest in nurturing and protecting their ideas and innovations. At the Law Office of Zachary Hiller, we regularly counsel small business owners who want to protect their enterprise. Intellectual property can offer the following benefits to […]
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28 Nov '18
A Van Gogh painting is easily identifiable. Its brush strokes are distinctive and hard to imitate. It’s a known quantity, clearly a work of artistic genius. But how do you quantify a taste? You may remember with fondness your anniversary dinner at that seafood place, but could you really say that the dinner was one […]