
How to Increase Your Company’s Value: Fundamentals to Advanced Strategies
How to Increase Your Company's Value: Fundamentals to Advanced Strategies
Valuing a company is both an art and a science—an intricate...
Inadequate Drawings: Understanding the Rejection and Improving
Drawings play an important role in patent applications. They provide a clear visual representation of your invention, helping examiners and others understand its features and functionality. When drawings are incomplete, unclear, or fail to meet the required standards, it can lead to delays or even a rejection. Addressing these issues promptly can...
Understanding Insufficient Disclosure in Patent Claims
When you file a patent, you’re claiming ownership of your invention. That claim rests on your ability to clearly and thoroughly describe what makes your invention unique and how it works. Without a detailed explanation, your patent application may face serious challenges. Every detail matters—patent law demands that your invention be described...
Explaining Utility/Usefulness in a Patent
Patents protect your inventions and give you the right to benefit from your creativity and hard work. One of the key requirements for securing a patent is proving that your invention has a clear and practical use. This idea of "utility" ensures that patents are granted only for inventions that provide real-world...
Mediation vs. Litigation During Commercial Litigation
Business disputes are an inevitable part of running a company. Whether it’s a disagreement over a contract, a partnership issue, or another challenge, addressing these conflicts promptly can help minimize disruption. Every dispute presents an opportunity to find a resolution that protects your interests and supports your goals. While these situations may...

Crowdfunding & Equity Crowd Financing: Raising Capital the Modern Way
Are you looking for alternative ways to fund your business?...

Fundraising & Pitching Best Practices: What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know!
Fundraising & Pitching Best Practices: What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know!
Join us for an essential session designed to empower entrepreneurs at...

Protecting Your Clothing Designs & Brands: Understanding Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights, written by James Klobucar, Gearhart Law Partner
In the vibrant world of fashion, originality and creativity are paramount. Designers invest significant time and resources into creating unique clothing that reflects their vision and current/emerging trends. However, this dedication can leave designers vulnerable to imitation and knockoffs. As the adage goes, “the hallmark of a good idea is someone else...
Breaking Barriers: Essential Immigration Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Breaking Barriers: Essential Immigration Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Starting and growing a business often involves overcoming numerous hurdles, and for entrepreneurs with international aspirations, immigration issues...

On The Brink | Richard Gearhart | Episode #315
Richard Gearhart Esq. is an award-winning speaker, TV network expert guest, nationally syndicated radio show host and an attorney.
Richard speaks on a variety of intellectual property and...