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Imagine losing your property before ever being convicted of a crime. That is the reality civil asset forfeiture can create, but Washington's rules changed significantly in 2026. Learn more in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/litigation…

In a UDRP proceeding, bad faith domain registration is often the most challenging element to establish. Strong cases rely on evidence that shows both the respondent's intent when the domain was registered and how the domain has been used since. gleamlaw.com/blog/internet-l…

When consumers start using a generic brand name as the term for an entire product category, that trademark can lose the legal protection that made it valuable in the first place. gleamlaw.com/blog/trademark-…

Businesses may have common law trademark rights based on consistent commercial use and acquired distinctiveness. But relying on unregistered rights in a UDRP claim requires strong evidence. Read this article to learn more. gleamlaw.com/blog/internet-l…

In cybersquatting cases, a UDRP proceeding can provide an efficient path to recovering a domain name in clear cases of bad-faith registration. However, its remedies are limited to transferring or canceling the domain. Read this article to learn more. gleamlaw.com/blog/intellectu…

A confusingly similar domain name can do more than divert website traffic. A UDRP claim can be an efficient way to address clear cases of cybersquatting. Read this article to learn more. gleamlaw.com/blog/intellectu…

Your trademark portfolio should evolve with your business. New products, updated logos, and expanded services can all create gaps between what your business uses and what your trademark registrations actually protect. Learn more in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/business-l…

Winning a business dispute is rarely about luck, and decisions are made long before a courtroom ever enters the picture. Learn about the strategies that consistently produce the best outcomes in commercial litigation in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/uncategori…

Losing a commercial lawsuit isn't always about bad facts or bad law. More often, it comes down to avoidable mistakes made before the first filing. Learn what businesses consistently get wrong in litigation, and what to do instead. gleamlaw.com/blog/business-l…

Settling business disputes is not the same as losing. And going to court isn't always a win. The right strategy depends on the strength of your position, what outcome your business actually needs, and how much leverage you have. Learn more in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/business-l…

Before filing a breach of contract lawsuit, there are four legal elements every business must be able to prove. Learn what they are and where claims most often fall short in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/business-l…

Most business disputes start with a conversation. Some end in court. Here's a practical guide to when a business dispute becomes a lawsuit, and what to expect when it does. gleamlaw.com/blog/business-l…

Not every product feature can be protected by a trademark. In fact, if a design feature is considered functional, trademark law won't protect it. No matter how recognizable it becomes. Learn more in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/trademark-…

If a registered trademark should never have been granted or is no longer entitled to protection, a TTAB cancellation proceeding may provide a path to remove it from the federal register. Learn more in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/trademark-…

Learn how trademark priority is determined, why timing matters, and the steps businesses can take to strengthen their position from the very beginning. gleamlaw.com/blog/trademark-…

In our latest article, we explain when each trademark symbol should be used, common mistakes to avoid, and why proper symbol use matters in trademark enforcement. gleamlaw.com/blog/trademark-…

Your business partner filed the trademark in their name only, and now the relationship has soured. Does that mean they own the brand you both built? Read the full article to understand your rights before the window to act closes. gleamlaw.com/blog/uncategori…

Naked licensing, granting someone permission to use your mark without adequate quality control, can result in a court declaring your trademark abandoned. Find out if your licensing strategy puts your rights at risk in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/intellectu…

Your trademark application isn't final until it clears the opposition window, and any party who believes they'd be damaged by your registration can file a challenge. Read the full article to know exactly how the process works before you need it. gleamlaw.com/blog/intellectu…

A petition to cancel your trademark registration is not a formality, but a formal legal proceeding with real consequences. Know exactly what you're up against and how to fight back in this article. gleamlaw.com/blog/intellectu…