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19.01.2022 Removify provide five points for businesses addressing false or misplaced negative reviews or publications. I regularly see similar issues in my practice, and would highly recommend all business owners preemptively consider available trademark protection before issues arises. While registered trademarks are not the be-all and end-all (or even provide any guarantees), they can significantly add to a business arsenal. Trademark should be as much a part of any business plan as... insurance and licenses. While hoping your business is never in such a position, the article does present a starting point for assistance. https://removify.com.au//how-a-long-standing-family-busin/

17.01.2022 False Security in Self-Filers In my practice, I routinely receive calls from inventors claiming to have the next big thing, only to learn that they have self-filed a provisional specification without any professional advice, and are now seeking to file a complete application based on their prepared specification. It often transpires that that they will still need to pay for a professionally prepared specification, and that their original specification may not be sufficient to... even afford a priority date. A common discussion with clients is sufficiency of description and best mode. Many inventors believe that by not specifying all the details, they will obtain a broader patent. Nothing can be further from the truth. By not providing appropriate details, a patent may be held invalid with all rights relinquished. I fully support a person’s right to self-file, but highly recommend getting appropriate professional advice on unfamiliar aspects. Proceeding on an incorrect assumption that your self-filed application is securing an appropriate priority date, can be dangerous or detrimental to future business plans. My article sets out more details on issues of best mode. https://www.patentable.com.au/sufficiency-best-mode/

15.01.2022 For prospective patent Owners and Inventors, IP Australia has the Engaging an Attorney Toolkit to provide preliminary guidance in considering engagement of a patent attorney. Patentable welcomes new clients, and offers free initial consultations. https://www.ipaustralia.gov.au//engaging-an-attorney-toolk

09.01.2022 Protecting your IP Just like your business’ physical assets, intangible intellectual property (IP) assets need to be carefully utilised and protected. However, many businesses only recognise the value of their intellectual property when it is being contested or infringed. Without proper protection, options for minimising damage or asserting rights can be slow and costly. Three steps should be regularly considered for protecting and leveraging IP assets.... 1) Identify IP Assets 2) Obtain Registration 3) Develop an IP Policy https://www.patentable.com.au/steps-for-ip-protection/