Top Five Best-Selling Drugs

As proven by Pfizer via its cholesterol-reducing drug Lipitor, medicine can command much value. In fact, the Lipitor patent became the most profitable patent ever produced. Today, that patent has expired, making it worthless. However, without the patent, Lipitor may...

Patents Critical to Pharma Industry

It’s common to read headlines regarding technology companies and patent lawsuits. These companies fight fiercely to protect their innovations. Further, their innovations often cross paths, causing confusion and more risk among competitors. While technology companies...

Top Five Brand Names & IP Role

Brand names are everywhere. Some more popular than others. Did you know these brands rely on intellectual property (IP) to help them retain value? In this article, we focus on the top five brand names and how IP plays a factor in their success. According to Business...

Redskins Tackle Trademark Issues

Recently, the USPTO cancelled several trademark registrations based on the NFL’s team name. After years of controversy from Native Americans, and most recently politicians, the registrations have been revoked. Trademarks are one of the most valuable intellectual...

Five Ways Patents Provide Value

Patents mean big money, in more ways than one. They cost a lot to acquire and keep up with maintenance fees. However, they can also bring big value to a company. As a result, companies continuously try to build their patent portfolios via applying for them or buying...