The Lomnitzer Law Firm, P.A.

7 Sep 2026

Copyright vs. Trademark vs. Patent: What’s the Difference?

When you're building a business, creating original content, inventing a new product, or launching a recognizable brand, protecting your intellectual property is just as important as protecting your physical assets. Yet many business owners, entrepreneurs, artists, and inventors mistakenly believe...

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21 Aug 2026

Federal Judge Dismisses Sports Scoring System Patent Suit: A Win for Our Client

A recent ruling in the Southern District of Florida brings a clear and decisive outcome to a long‑running inventorship dispute involving a patent for a sports scoring system. U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams has dismissed the lawsuit filed by Eddie...

8 Aug 2026

What is Intellectual Property? A Plain-English Guide for Florida Business Owners

Intellectual property (IP) is often one of the most valuable assets a business owns, yet many Florida business owners are unsure of what it actually includes or how to protect it. Whether you're launching a startup, building a recognizable brand,...

Patent Law Patent Litigation

16 Apr 2026

Can I Reinstate an Expired Patent?

Reinstating an expired patent can be a critical step for inventors and businesses seeking to preserve the value of their innovations. Whether a patent lapsed due to missed maintenance fees, administrative oversight, or unexpected operational challenges, reviving those rights requires...

Patent Law Patent Litigation

16 Feb 2026

Understanding Patent Misuse as a Defense to Patent Infringement

Patent law continues to evolve, and with it, the strategies available to innovators and businesses facing infringement claims. One important but often misunderstood defense is patent misuse, which arises when a patent holder improperly extends the scope of their rights...

Infringement Patent Law Patent Litigation

9 Dec 2025

What To Do When Someone Copies Your Patented Product

Creating an invention takes significant time, effort, and financial investment. When you discover that someone copies your patented product and is selling it as their own, it can feel overwhelming. Patent infringement can threaten your business, your revenue, and the...

Patent Law Patent Litigation

10 Nov 2025

How Can I Acquire a Patent from Another Person or Company?

Acquiring a patent from another person or company can be a powerful way to expand your business, strengthen your intellectual property portfolio, or gain exclusive rights to innovative technology. But the process is far from simple. Patent acquisitions—whether through purchase,...

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29 Oct 2025

Safeguarding Your Creations Starts with the Right Legal Protection

Legal protection should be one of your first steps in protecting your creations, whether you're building something new, launching a product, or creating a brand that you want the world to recognize. And one of the most common questions I...

27 Oct 2025

Florida State Laws that Protect Your Intellectual Property

Protecting your intellectual property can require more than federal law—it’s also a matter of Florida state law. While creators and businesses often rely on federal statutes, Florida provides its own powerful legal tools to safeguard trademarks, trade secrets, and business...

Patent Law Patent Litigation

26 Sep 2025

What is the Difference Between Trade Secrets and Patents? Which is Better?

Many people do not understand the difference between trade secrets and patents. Protecting your intellectual property starts with choosing the right tool for the job. Patents grant exclusive rights in exchange for publicly disclosing your invention, while trade secrets protect...

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