• IP BLAWG

    Patented Stylist Has a Wardrobe Malfunction

    Beverly A. Berneman
    4/25/23

    In Brief:   Automating how to choose an outfit is not patentable subject matter.

    Read More
  • Benefits Bulletin

    New Rules on Retirement Plan Duty to Recover Benefit Overpayments

    Andrew S. Williams
    4/25/23

    The Secure Act 2.0 involves many benefit-related matters including changes to the prior law. The relief offered by this act applies both to affected participants and their beneficiaries as well as the fiduciaries responsible for plan operations, including the employer which sponsors the plan; however, this is not blanket relief.

    Read More
  • IP BLAWG

    Hijacking Yourself

    Beverly A. Berneman
    4/18/23

    In Brief:  Using a different product’s favorable reviews on Amazon can lead to substantial FTC fines.

    Read More
  • Benefits Bulletin

    Early End of COVID National Emergency Declared April 10, 2023

    Andrew S. Williams
    4/17/23

    President Biden signed a resolution terminating the COVID National Emergency as of April 10, 2023, which will leave plan sponsors and their advisors one month less time to adjust their documents and practices relating to certain provisions.

    Read More
  • IP BLAWG

    Sour Cherry On Top of a Patent

    Beverly A. Berneman
    4/4/23

    In Brief:  The date of first disclosure of a patent determines the time period in which an application can be filed.

    Read More
This website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide you with personalized services. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies. See our Terms of Engagement to learn more.
ACCEPT