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Patent Claims: what they are, why they matter, and how they are structured

Patent claims are the backbone of any patent. They define the exact boundaries of your invention and determine how much legal protection you enjoy. In this guide—Part 1 of our two-part series—we explore the importance of claims, their types, and how they are structured. We also discuss practical tips for strengthening claims, common mistakes to avoid, and how claims are examined and interpreted by patent offices and courts. In Part 2, we will dive deeper into how to draft strong, precise, and commercially valuable claims. Whether you are an inventor, entrepreneur, or patent professional, this article will help you understand how to make your claims precise, enforceable, and aligned with your business goals.
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How to use AI to draft a cease-and-desist notice for trademark violation: a step-by-step demonstration

In this practical guide, I explore how lawyers can use AI tools like Claude to draft cease and desist notices for trademark infringement. Through a step-by-step demonstration, you will see how to prompt AI with the right factual details, how the tool structures a legally sound notice, and where human judgment must step in to refine and finalise the draft.
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How to register a film title with the Screenwriters Association (SWA)

If you are an aspiring screenwriter, independent filmmaker, or legal professional in media/IP law, then this article is for you. In this article, I will guide you through the practical steps to register a film title with the SWA, explain what legal protection it does and does not offer, and help you decide when title registration might not be enough. If you are serious about safeguarding your creative work, this process is worth understanding.