A rejected candidate recently left a Glassdoor review calling our hiring process “long-winded”, “elitist” and “too intense”. We read it. We reflected on it. And ultimately—we agreed. What we learned:… read more →
As a patent attorney, I have spent years wondering why only some individuals succeed in transforming their ideas into movements. Rather than studying business strategy, I turned to clinical psychology.… read more →
It is a widespread belief that people living near the equator receive enough sun exposure to maintain healthy vitamin D levels—simply by walking outside. My experience over the past 1.5… read more →
A Personal Look at the Slow Pace of Change in the IP Sector In 1992, I sat across from my colleague, Ms. Fieten, at a law office near Düsseldorf, watching… read more →
This is where I am coming from: I have seen often the following situations happen in life: 1. A salesperson that describes the disadvantages of the product that he is… read more →
This is where I am coming from: the use of AI tools in patent drafting has sparked concerns among professionals about potential job losses. These fears often stem from real-world… read more →
“Trademark infringement” and “passing off” are common legal remedies taken against adverse parties whom use trademarks of others without proper authorization. In this article, we take a deeper look at… read more →
I recently agreed to contribute to the FORUM IP Talks, a weekly LinkedIn newsletter covering topics related to intellectual property (IP). In this written interview with the FORUM Institute, I… read more →
There are two main types of searches available: Screening searches on WIPO Global Brand Database, TMView and/or ASEAN TMview For multijurisdictional filings, it is a good idea to start with… read more →
The approach taken in proposing classes of specifications to your client to register trade marks in can potentially make or break your client’s trust in you as an Intellectual Property… read more →