Gearhart Law LLC

06/18/2026

This year, Gearhart Law turns 20. What started as a small IP practice has grown into a firm dedicated to helping innovators, entrepreneurs, and businesses protect their ideas and grow their brands.

In this carousel, we are sharing some of our favorite moments from the last two decades: early office photos, key milestones, events, and the people who made it all possible.

Thank you to every client who welcomed us into their journey, and to every current and former team member who helped build this firm. We are grateful for the past 20 years and excited for what comes next together.

06/17/2026

Did you know a drag queen named Pattie Gonia has been using that name for years, and Patagonia just sued her?

They're asking for $1 in damages. But their complaint also includes a demand for legal fees that could hit six or seven figures.

Trademark attorney Steven Frydman explains why this case is so legally interesting: it involves the parody defense, a recent Supreme Court ruling, and free speech in trademark law.

Book a free appointment to talk with our trademark experts team - click the link https://tinyurl.com/PatagoniacaseFb

06/16/2026

If a tournament can bring together 48 nations, imagine what a serious expansion could do for your brand.

But here is the part many teams overlook: your U.S. trademark does not automatically protect you when your brand name is translated, shortened, or written in another script. That is one reason organizations like FIFA treat international brand protection as a long‑term strategy, not an afterthought.

👉 Swipe through the carousel for the full breakdown.
👉 Then head to gearhartlaw.com to learn more about how Gearhart Law helps companies protect their brands across borders.



𝘌𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺. 𝘕𝘰𝘵 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩, 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺, 𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘍𝘐𝘍𝘈. 𝘍𝘐𝘍𝘈 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘍𝘐𝘍𝘈.

06/11/2026

Imagine turning product counterfeiters into a steady stream of passive income.

It sounds impossible, but that is exactly how entrepreneur Sherrill Mosee protected her brand, MinkeeBlue! When her unique bags went viral, suppliers immediately began copying her design on Amazon.

Fortunately, Sherrill had a utility patent and the right legal team behind her. Gearhart Law attorney David Postolski stepped in to help her leverage Amazon's patent protection tools. Instead of a long legal battle, David drafted licensing agreements that allow those suppliers to sell the bags while Sherrill collects a licensing fee from them.

As Sherrill shared on Passage to Profit with Richard and Elizabeth Gearhart: "Intellectual property has helped me tremendously." Your hard work deserves to be protected and properly compensated. Watch the full video to see how proper legal planning makes all the difference!

👇 Watch the Full Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ipN6cJfuYjU?si=N3LybDO1co-X30N6
👇 Book Your Free Consultation with Gearhart Law: https://tinyurl.com/SherrilMoseeFb

06/08/2026

When revenue dips, most companies hit pause on innovation and push intellectual property to the bottom of the list. Stellantis, the company behind brands like Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and Fiat, is taking the opposite approach and plans to keep filing patents aggressively even with softer sales.

According to Richard Gearhart, our founder, the idea is simple: technology cycles do not stop just because the economy slows. If you keep innovating and keep protecting those innovations while others pull back, you can come out of the downturn with a stronger patent portfolio and a stronger competitive position.

👉 Want the full story?
Watch this new Intellectual Property News segment on Gearhart Law’s YouTube channel to hear how Stellantis is thinking about patents in uncertain times and what that means for founders and business leaders planning their own IP strategy. Click here https://youtu.be/aO46TyiaGPw?si=7UtsHrndVOWgvBKN

06/05/2026

Most people carry 3 bags. Sherrill invented one to replace them all.

When her design went viral, copycats flooded Amazon overnight.
But Sherrill Mosee founder of MinkeeBlue, had 2 patents and attorney David Postolski of Gearhart Law ready to go.
No lawsuit. Just leverage.
Those copycats? Now they pay HER licensing fees. 💰
👉 Swipe through the carousel to see exactly how she did it.

📺 Watch the full interview https://youtu.be/ipN6cJfuYjU?si=TqGU6F6WhkwQ08Xa

06/04/2026

What would you do if someone infringed on your patent? Or if your startup faced an unexpected lawsuit?

These are the questions we hear all the time from emerging companies.
On Tuesday, June 18th, David Postolski , ESS host, and Gearhart Law Partners, James Klobucar, Esq., and Jim Francis, Esq., are hosting a deep dive into everything you need to know about protecting your IP and preparing for infringement suits.

Drawing from their extensive years of experience in the field, our legal team will provide actionable strategies to protect your business. Bring your toughest questions, and walk away with a solid plan!

Ready to secure your spot?
Click the link below to register and join the conversation!
http://tiny.cc/esspatents

06/04/2026

✅ REGISTER: http://tiny.cc/esspatents

📅 WHEN: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Networking (11:30 am – 12 pm EDT)
Presentation (12 pm – 1:15 pm EDT)

Protecting innovation is no longer optional for startups and growing companies. Patent disputes can impact funding, product launches, partnerships, and long-term growth.

Join us for “Patent Litigation Survival Guide for Entrepreneurs” — a practical webinar designed for founders, executives, innovators, and advisors navigating today’s increasingly competitive IP landscape.

We’ll Discuss:
*Common patent litigation risks facing startups
*Strategies to reduce exposure before disputes arise
*Responding to cease-and-desist letters and infringement claims
*Offensive and defensive patent enforcement strategies
*Litigation considerations during fundraising, acquisitions, and scaling
*Practical steps entrepreneurs can take now to protect innovation
*Whether you are building an early-stage startup or scaling a growing company, understanding patent litigation strategy can help you make smarter business decisions and avoid costly mistakes.

Presented by the Entrepreneurial Strategy Series and Gearhart Law.

🎙️OUR SPEAKERS:
✨ James Klobucar, Esq. is Chair of the Consumer and Design Patents Group at Gearhart Law, helping entrepreneurs and startups protect and grow their innovations.

✨ Jim Francis is a Partner at Gearhart Law with 20+ years of experience helping innovators and businesses protect patents, trademarks, and intellectual property.

✨ David Postolski, Esq. is a senior partner at Gearhart Law and registered patent attorney focused on IP strategy, emerging technologies, and helping startups scale and protect their ideas.

📩 Email David Postolski, Esq., event moderator with any questions at ([email protected])

⚖️This event is sponsored by a full service firm specializing in , and Law domestically and globally. We serve inventors, entrepreneurs, and established businesses. We can help you strategize and build your IP portfolio based on your business needs. Call us for a free consultation at 908-273-0700 or contact us through gearhartlaw.com

06/03/2026

Do you actually own your AI clone?

You own your name, your voice, your likeness, and your identity, and if someone uses those without permission, you may have legal claims. But when you create an AI clone, the platform’s contract can quietly change who owns what.

Many generative AI tools say, in substance, “if we built it, we own it (or get a broad license),” and it is often unclear who owns the outputs your clone creates. High-profile plaintiffs now include news organizations, film studios, and stock image libraries, all testing who owns what when AI is involved and what “fair use” means in this context.

The U.S. Copyright Office has launched a multi-part “Copyright and Artificial Intelligence” report series and has already issued guidance on digital replicas and when AI-assisted outputs can be registered as copyrighted works. Scholars are revisiting classic right of publicity cases like Midler v. Ford and Carson v. Here’s Johnny to apply those principles to AI-generated faces and voices used in advertising and endorsements without consent.

👉 Want the full breakdown in plain English?
Watch “Do You Own Your Own Clone?” on Gearhart Law’s YouTube channel to learn what you do own, what your platform may claim, and what to look for in those terms before you upload your digital self. https://youtu.be/ZBQpblzNwXE?si=LRo6eDNEp0p3SWe8

Question for you: Are you already using AI clones or planning to create one for yourself or your company?

* You legally own your identity, but AI platforms often own the clo...

05/28/2026

Are you building a tech startup with an exit or acquisition in mind?
If so, your early patent decisions are actually valuation decisions. When investors or sophisticated acquirers conduct IP due diligence, they look closely at your claim scope and enablement. Relying on "thin" provisional patents doesn’t inspire confidence; it signals risk.

When your patent is the core asset, its strength entirely drives your company's value.

In this quick breakdown, our founder, Richard Gearhart, explains why cutting corners on your early filings could cost you millions at the negotiation table.

👇 Watch the full episode of Patent Science here: https://youtu.be/J5gTQ1LS4_c

⚖️Book a complimentary consultation with our legal team to ensure your portfolio is built to scale: https://tinyurl.com/ipstrategiesstartup