With Donald Trump's return to the White House, the implications for intellectual property law and small business are wide-ranging. Known for his strong stance on IP enforcement, especially against international threats, President Trump's policies could bring opportunities and challenges for small businesses across America. Here's a look at what a Trump-led IP landscape might mean and how small businesses can position themselves for potential changes. Enhanced IP protection but higher costs? During Trump's previous term, [...]

Effective January 18, 2025, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will implement changes to its trademark fee structure. These adjustments seek to align government fees with the actual costs of trademark services and to facilitate the efficient administration of the trademark system. Implications for Trademark Clients Filing Fees Based on Character Count, Not Just Classes: One of the most notable changes to the USPTO trademark filing fees is the introduction of a $200 [...]

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into the life sciences field has created exciting new opportunities for advancements in diagnostics, therapeutics, and personalized medicine. However, obtaining patent protection for AI/ML-based inventions in life sciences can be difficult, particularly due to the challenges posed by US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) rejections under 35 U.S.C. § 101, which governs patentable subject matter. Patent applications directed to inventions at the intersection of AI/ML [...]