Cohen IP Law Group successfully obtained a dismissal in a California consumer class action “strike-through” lawsuit after the Los Angeles Superior Court granted a motion to quash service for lack of personal jurisdiction. Related Case Win: Cohen IP previously secured a dismissal based on lack of personal jurisdiction in a patent declaratory judgment action. Read…

Can I get a patent on my software idea? That’s one of the most common and complex questions an inventor asks. The answer has shifted over the decades, but since 2014, the U.S. legal system has settled into a framework that is challenging, yet navigable. Yes, you can still patent software and business methods. But…

Steering through the world of intellectual property can be intricate, particularly with patents. For inventors, entrepreneurs, and well-established firms, knowing what is or isn’t allowed to be patented makes for a vital first step in safeguarding the truly innovative ideas and inventions that they’ve brought forth. This article covers the basics behind securing a U.S….

For those inventors and startup founders among you who are angling to protect an entirely new product, new system, or novel piece of new software, you might have encountered two of the most common forms of patent applications: provisional patent applications and utility patent applications. Although both can have a significant impact on your intellectual…

Discovering that someone is using your well-earned brand—your trademark—without consent can be an infuriating and even harmful experience. Trademark infringement can lessen the value of your hard-won brand, befuddle customers, and bleed your business of profits. Wronged trademark owners have remedies; many of them do so. The correct steps can protect your business and enforce…

One of the most potent moves you can make to safeguard your brand is to obtain a trademark. But before you apply to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), it’s vital to grasp the ins and outs—and the potential hazards—of the process. Here are five essential pieces of knowledge for anyone about to embark…

Can you trademark a generic domain name like Booking.com, Hotels.com, or Lawyers.com? The U.S. Supreme Court settled this question in a turning-point ruling with major repercussions for domain name holders and Internet business owners. These types of web addresses are extremely clear and searchable, and many of us would probably cite their obviousness, or dare…

The infringement of intellectual property (IP) is a steadfast problem for sellers and brand owners on Amazon—now in 2025. It doesn’t matter what form it takes, whether it’s a phony product listing, an unlicensed reseller, or someone just plain stealing your images or your patented technology. Amazon offers an array of tools sufficient for maintaining…

Amazon provides an enormous opportunity for selling—but it also puts your brand at some serious risk. If your trademark isn’t properly registered, your Amazon listings can be overtaken by sellers without your permission, some of whom are downright shady. This article will explain the reasons that make trademarks the essential element of Amazon brand protection,…