Distinction Without a Difference: USPTO Rescinds February 2024 Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions in Favor of Traditional Inventorship Principles

On November 28, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a notice titled Revised Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions (“the Revised Guidance”), expressly rescinding its original guidance on that subject published in February of 2024 (“the Original Guidance”). As previously discussed, the Original Guidance followed case law holding that artificial intelligence (AI) cannot […]

How a ’90s NBA Theme Song Became a Blueprint for Modern IP Ownership

The IP Legacy of “Roundball Rock” and the Enduring Power of Creative Ownership With the regular NBA season beginning on October 21, and an announcement by NBCUniversal earlier this year that, beginning in October 2025, it would once again play John Tesh’s “Roundball Rock” in conjunction with its broadcasts of NBA games, the time could not […]

More Than Protection: Turning Intellectual Property into Business Strategy

Most businesses think of intellectual property (IP) as a protective shield — a tool for defending inventions, logos, and ideas from competitors. While that’s certainly part of the story, it’s not the whole picture. IP isn’t just a legal formality — it’s a strategic asset that can influence funding, partnerships, branding, and long-term business value. […]

Protecting Your Business 101: The Importance of Contracts

In the whirlwind of running a business, it’s easy to overlook some of the more mundane aspects of operations—contracts being one of them. Yet, contracts are foundational to business success and stability. A well-negotiated and carefully drafted contract clarifies relationships, expectations, and protects your business from significant risks. Conversely, a poorly constructed contract or oral […]