Can I Reverse-Engineer this Design?

Can I Reverse-Engineer this Design?

My sister inspired this blog article when she noticed a trend in the knitting world.  She saw several social media posts where knitters saw a design they liked, reverse-engineered it, and then gave away the pattern or offered it for sale. She asked me about the...
Estate Administration Basics: What to Do After a Loved One Dies

Estate Administration Basics: What to Do After a Loved One Dies

Estate Administration Basics: What To Do After a Loved One Dies Losing a loved one is one of the most emotional times a person can go through. Dealing with their material possessions (i.e. the estate) shouldn’t be an additional burden, but it frequently is. Most...
When Should I Register My Trademark?

When Should I Register My Trademark?

When Should I Register My Trademark? Before jumping into the details of trademark registration, it’s important to remember what a trademark is and why having one is important. A trademark serves as a source identifier in the marketplace, so buyers know who they’re...
What’s the Difference Between Libel and Slander?

What’s the Difference Between Libel and Slander?

I see a lot of confusion regarding defamation, libel, and slander. People usually know the terms are related, but they’re not sure how or what they actually mean. Let me break it down. Defamation is the spreading of false facts (i.e. lies, but lying sounds bad, so...