Service Marks and Trademarks: Similarities and Differences
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Service Marks and Trademarks: Similarities and Differences

The primary difference between trademarks and service marks lies in the scope of items to which they provide intellectual property protection. Trademarks are words, names, symbols, devices, or any combination of the preceding which are used or intended to be used for two distinct purposes. Service marks provide similar protective functions to trademarks.

Exceptions and Limitations to Patent Rights
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Exceptions and Limitations to Patent Rights

In general, the granting of patent rights is a very positive act. Patent rights are forms of intellectual property rights that serve to promote innovation, encourage research and development, and deepen knowledge and expertise. However, there are rare instances during which the granting of these intellectual property rights would not be in the public’s best...