“The new USPTO guidance brings LKQ v. GM Global ( https://bit.ly/4dMgdD0 ) to the attention of design examiners, but perhaps expectedly, it leaves many questions unanswered on how LKQ will be implemented at the USPTO. https://bit.ly/3V3rWoq LKQ overruled the previously long-standing Rosen-Durling approach to establishing design obviousness, in that: • there is no more requirement […]
Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner is #25 in its size category in Law360 Pulse’s 2023 Diversity Snapshot, as reported on July 25, 2023. Law360 Pulse is published by Portfolio Media, Inc. In its size category, the Schwegman firm was one of the few intellectual property firms in the top 30, and the only firm in the top 30 […]
Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner is excited to announce its investment in and deployment of cutting-edge AI tools. This move underscores the firm’s commitment to innovation and technological advancement in the field of patent law. “We have always been at the forefront of technological innovation in our practice,” said Steve Lundberg, a founding partner of […]
—Blog article by Aris Gregorian Prepare for the battle of the smart rings! Oura Health filed a lawsuit on September 1, 2023 against Ultrahuman Healthcare in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, alleging that Ultrahuman copied its patented smart ring technology and infringed its copyrights. Oura Health claims it pioneered health […]
Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner is proud to announce that we have achieved Mansfield Certification. Mansfield Certification, facilitated by Diversity Lab, recognizes the structural changes and actions we have taken over 18 months to support our longstanding efforts to foster diversity. As Pamela Huff, Firm Principal and Chair of Schwegman’s DEI Steering Group, explains, “The Mansfield […]
The SLW Academy is now open for students to explore. The SLW Academy is a free online resource where participants can earn a certificate in intellectual property basics, as well as hear professionals speak about workplace best practices and career advice. To take part, participants need only register and log in; the courses are available […]
Looking for educational content on intellectual property? The Schwegman firm has developed the SLW Institute, aimed to deliver educational and training content in a variety of ways for you to advance your IP knowledge. Live webinars, on-demand webinars, blogs, and IP Playbooks are available for no charge. The SLW Institute also hosts virtual and in-person […]
Join us for the SLW Institute’s 2022 Virtual PCT Training Seminar. From February 8 through March 18, WIPO consultant Carl Oppedahl will provide comprehensive training on the PCT process, docketing, filing, and strategic use of the PCT. He will also explain best practices and ways to minimize professional liability exposure. This training will be presented […]
Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner is pleased to announce its recognition in the 2021 IAM Patent 1000 (Law Business Research) and Managing IP’s 2021 IP STARS. The firm also congratulates individual team members who were recognized. IAM Patent 1000 A yearly guide, IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals highlights patent practitioners and firms that […]
“All attorneys need to be able to speak about the cases they are working on, and they need to be able to advocate for their clients,” Schwegman patent attorney Lea Westman explains. “It may be in a conference room instead of a courtroom, but they’re going to need to think on their feet and have […]