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Policy Shifts at the USPTO and What They Mean for Patent Owners

Understanding recent policy shifts at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is essential for patent owners, anyone preparing to file a patent application, or navigate post‑grant proceedings. Even small changes can influence how you present your invention and protect...

Cyber Law

What is the Florida Digital Bill of Rights?

On July 1, 2024, Senate Bill 262, commonly known as the Florida Digital Bill of Rights (FDBR), went into effect. This consumer data privacy law, located at Fla. Stat. § 501.701 et seq., grants Florida residents important rights regarding their...

Patent Law Patent Litigation

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...

Cyber Law

What is Defamation by Implication?

In today’s information-driven world, reputation is one of a business or individual’s most valuable assets. While outright false statements can be damaging, defamation often arises in more subtle ways—through implications, innuendo, or misleading context that suggest something untrue without directly...

Patent Law

USPTO Issues New Guidance on AI-Assisted Inventions

AI-assisted inventions or seeking strategies to protect your intellectual property, consulting with a Fort Lauderdale patent attorney at The Lomnitzer Firm P.A. can provide the insight and support you need to safeguard your innovations. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office...

Intellectual Property Patent Law

USPTO Proposes IPR Rule

Intellectual property protection is constantly evolving, and staying informed about new developments is essential for innovators and businesses alike. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued notice of proposed rule affecting inter partes review (IPR). This process allows...

Federal Copyright Infringement Laws: Steps For DMCA Takedowns and Federal Copyright Protection

Have you ever discovered your original content, artwork, logo, or design copied online without your permission—possibly by someone in another state or even another country? Maybe your photograph appears on a blog you’ve never heard of, your logo is being...

Cyber Law

11th Circuit Allows Florida to Enforce Its Social Media Protection Law for Minors Pending Litigation

In 2024, the Florida legislature enacted a new law that restricts social media access for minors, sparking widespread debate among parents, educators, tech companies, and legal professionals. The purpose of the legislation is to address growing concerns about the impact...

Trademark Law

How Do Registered and Unregistered Trademarks Differ?

In today’s rapidly changing economy, protecting your intellectual property such as trademarks is crucial. Trademark infringement can arise in countless ways, ranging from unauthorized use of your brand identity to digital marketplaces imitating your product lines. Understanding the distinctions between...

Who Owns the Copyright – the Business, the Employee, or the Contractor?

Businesses commonly hire workers, whether as employees or contractors, to create content or works subject to federal copyright laws. This step is often necessary when a business owner or individual cannot create the necessary work on their own. However, hiring...