Intellectual Property

Companies often go to great lengths to ensure that valuable intellectual property remains protected. The methods used by businesses include copyrights, patents and trademarks, which gives them the right to take legal action against another company in the event that...

Proper representation of your company and brand is vital if you want to make an impact on the New York market place. This typically involves designing a memorable trademark, which will serve to distinguish your enterprise from competitors. However, ensuring that your...

If you are a New York business owner, you know that the protection of valuable intellectual property entails a deeper understanding of associated designations. Here at Cox Padmore Skolnik & Shakarchy, we understand how important your property is to you and the...

Understanding patent laws is a must for New York entrepreneurs seeking to protect their valuable intellectual property. In general, the United States Patent and Trademark office states that patents will fall into one of three categories, which are design, utility and...

Intellectual property is a hot topic these days, with so many innovators in New York and all over the world seeking acclaim and fortune via their inherent creativity. In order to ensure that all creations remain protected under the law, intellectual property owners...

When you are ready to put your company online by setting up a website, there can hardly be anything more frustrating than finding out the name or trademark of your business has been infringed upon by another party. At Cox Padmore Skolnik & Shakarchy LLP, we...

The right to patent a product or idea is important for companies in New York and elsewhere that wish to protect their wares from duplication. In the past, patent laws primarily covered tangible objects, such as new inventions or furniture designs. Now that advanced...

A healthy spirit of competition is part of the American marketplace. However, if one company gains a monopoly over an industry and suffocates others’ attempts to compete, it can harm companies in New York and elsewhere. Is it possible for a business to be too...

The New York City area is known for its competitive publishing industry. When it comes to protecting your work as a writer, what do you need to know? If you’ve written a book, do you retain all copyright ownership and intellectual property rights? The answer largely...

Trademarks are an excellent way to protect a company's logo or brand. Companies in New York can register trademarks to prevent competitors or other entities from illegally using their name or logo to promote their own agenda. Further, as a recent case involving...