You’ve worked hard to build your brand with the name, the logo, and the reputation behind it. One day, you may find another business using something similar. That can be frustrating. And it leaves you wondering: Can I sue for trademark infringement if my mark isn’t registered? Yes, you may have some protections under the…
At Phillips & Bathke, P.C, we are proud to represent Ameren as it moves forward with one of its most important local infrastructure initiatives: the Illinois Valley Reliability Project. This project is designed to strengthen the regional power grid, boost reliability, and support long-term growth across Bureau and LaSalle counties. While our firm’s role focuses…
You have the perfect tagline that sums up your business, along with a sleek logo that finally looks exactly how your brand feels. These elements are all part of your brand identity. Like a good business owner, you want to protect them. But you may ask yourself, “Can I trademark a slogan or logo?” Trademarking…
If you have come up with something innovative, such as an idea that could change the game in your industry or make life easier for many people, you need to protect it. The time between conceiving an invention and filing for a patent can be risky. Unfortunately, one wrong move could cost your rights. So,…
As a business owner, you know the value of your ideas, products, and brand identity. These are not just things you have created; they’re the lifeblood of your business. So, when someone else uses them without permission, or when your business is accused of doing so, it can feel like a personal attack. You may…
Whether you’ve received a legal notice or discovered someone may be infringing your intellectual property, you might be wondering what kind of dispute you’re facing. Trademark, patent, and copyright disputes are handled differently in intellectual property law, and you need to know the difference. Knowing those distinctions helps you respond appropriately, reduce your risk and…
If you thought keeping up with California’s CCPA, CALOPPA, and other privacy laws was challenging enough, brace yourself. Eight more states are rolling out comprehensive privacy laws in 2025, creating a minefield for e-commerce businesses.. These new laws layer on top of an increasingly complex web of existing state privacy laws. California have been setting…
We’re pleased to announce that Giselle Ayala Mateus has joined Phillips & Bathke, P.C. in an Of Counsel role, expanding our New York legal services in intellectual property, litigation, and business law. Giselle is a New York licensed attorney experienced in state’s legal landscape. Her addition strengthens our New York presence alongside attorney John T.D….
Judge John Kness stayed all pending Schedule A cases on his docket, signaling a potential change in how the Northern District of Illinois handles these controversial trademark, copyright, and patent enforcement suits. For defendants facing these cases, this represents the most significant judicial pushback against Schedule A litigation to date. Until now, there were some…
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