Intellectual Property Litigation

Your intellectual property is more than just an asset. It forms the foundation of your business. Whether it’s your brand name, logo, creative works, proprietary business information, or innovative ideas, these are the things that set you apart in the marketplace. When a competitor steals, copies, or misuses your intellectual property, the financial and reputational damage can be devastating for a small business.

We fight back helping entrepreneurs and independent creators enforce their rights, defend against infringement claims, and navigate IP disputes before federal courts, the Copyright Claims Board (CCB), and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). Whether you need to stop a competitor from infringing on your rights or defend yourself against a corporate IP challenge, we provide aggressive, strategic legal representation to protect your business.

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  • Your business name, logo, slogan, and product packaging distinguish you in the marketplace. But when another company uses a confusingly similar brand, misleads customers, or attempts to take over your mark, it can threaten everything you’ve built. We represent small businesses in trademark infringement litigation, opposition and cancellation proceedings before the TTAB, and brand protection disputes.

    What is a Trademark Dispute?

    A trademark dispute arises when another business improperly uses, challenges, or infringes upon your brand identity. Common disputes include:

    • Trademark Infringement: A competitor uses a similar or identical name, logo, or branding, causing confusion among customers.

    • False Association or Brand Dilution: A business misleads consumers into believing they are affiliated with you, damaging your brand’s reputation.

    • Trademark Opposition & Cancellation (TTAB Proceedings): Another company challenges your trademark application or seeks to cancel your existing registration before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB).

    • Domain Name & Cybersquatting Disputes: A party registers or uses a domain name that is identical or confusingly similar to your trademark to divert traffic or profit off your brand.

    • Defending Against Trademark Infringement Claims: If a large corporation accuses you of infringing on their trademark, we provide a strategic defense to protect your right to use your business name and brand.

  • Whether it’s written content, photos, music, video, software, or marketing materials, your original creative work belongs to you. But when someone copies, distributes, or profits from your content without permission, your business suffers. We represent small businesses in copyright infringement lawsuits, enforcement actions, and Copyright Claims Board (CCB) proceedings to protect creative assets and recover damages.

    A copyright dispute arises when someone uses your creative work without permission or when your business is accused of copyright infringement. Common issues include:

    • Unauthorized Use & Reproduction: Another business or individual copies and distributes your original work without permission.

    • Copyright Claims Board (CCB) Disputes: A streamlined, lower-cost federal proceeding for copyright owners seeking damages of up to $30,000.

    • Licensing Violations & Contract Breaches: A company fails to follow the terms of a copyright license, exceeding agreed-upon use rights.

    • Defending Against Copyright Infringement Claims: If your business is accused of infringement, we develop a defense strategy to fight back.

    • Digital Content Theft & DMCA Violations: If someone is using your copyrighted work online without permission, we file Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notices and pursue legal action.

  • Your business’s success often depends on confidential information. Whether it's customer lists, proprietary formulas, business strategies, or unique processes. When a former employee, competitor, or business partner steals, misuses, or discloses these trade secrets, the damage can be irreversible. We aggressively litigate trade secret disputes, ensuring that your proprietary information remains protected.

    What is a Trade Secret Dispute?

    A trade secret dispute arises when confidential business information is misappropriated, stolen, or wrongfully disclosed. Common cases include:

    • Employee or Partner Misappropriation: A former employee or business partner takes confidential information to a competitor.

    • Breach of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): A party who signed an NDA violates its terms and exposes proprietary business secrets.

    • Corporate Espionage & Data Theft: A competitor or third party steals trade secrets through unauthorized access or hacking.

    • Defending Against Trade Secret Misappropriation Claims: If your business is accused of misusing confidential information, we develop a strong legal defense.

  • Not all intellectual property disputes involve enforcement. Sometimes, your small business is the one being accused of infringement. Large corporations often use IP claims to intimidate small businesses, stifle competition, or force unnecessary settlements. We provide aggressive defense strategies for businesses facing trademark, copyright, and trade secret litigation which include:

    • Negotiating settlements that protect your business interests.

    • Challenging invalid IP claims in court and before administrative boards.

    • Providing proactive legal guidance to avoid future disputes.

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Our attorneys have extensive experience standing up for and defending the rights of Main Street businesses. We understand the vital role Main Street businesses play in our communities, and are committed to protecting their ability to thrive under fair and just laws. By combining litigation, negotiation, and advocacy to achieve practical and impactful results for your business, we go beyond simply resolving disputes. Instead, we work to empower small businesses, and in turn, empower the backbone of the American Dream.