A summary of resources our small business clients might find helpful. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans up to $2 Million for small businesses and non-profits affected by disaster.
Read MoreAlthough the restaurant has closed, owners of the IP rights in the Four Seasons brand name and social media accounts are intent on selling the rights, raising legal questions.
Read MoreWhen the effects of a global pandemic push parties into breach of contract situations, parties should be aware of options for defenses and seek transactional counsel for helping remedy disputes.
Read MoreOn March 17, 2020, Larry E. Klayman and Freedom Watch filed a lawsuit in Dallas, Texas, seeking $20 Trillion in damages from the Chinese over the coronavirus pandemic. Click to access one of the first coronavirus lawsuits.
Read MoreAs employers scramble to handle coronavirus concerns, they should also be mindful of triggering employee privacy laws and rights.
Read MoreAs food delivery services seek to increase offerings without partnering with restaurants, some eateries claim trademark infringement from unauthorized use of their marks.
Read MoreWhat are the top traps for intellectual property (IP) terms in contracts? Read for tips on addressing terms that affect patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other IP law issues. Also includes discussion of IP representations and warranties as well as IP indemnification clauses.
Read MoreBooking.com awaits Supreme Court ruling as the USPTO appeals previous decisions finding BOOKING.COM, though a combination of generic terms, can be protected through trademark registration.
Read MoreBillionaire Elizabeth Holmes has been sued by the law firm previously representing her in the criminal fraud case involving her blood-testing company Theranos.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court will decide whether a showing of willful conduct is required in awarding disgorgement of profits in trademark infringement cases.
Read MoreWe were in alignment on our ideas of what makes up a great team, so they are the basis of our 2020
Game Plan: Being committed to building teams we are proud to be a part of. Includes characteristics of mutual respect & trust, passion, commitment, leveraging strengths, and good communication.
We found it enlightening to identify four team concepts and understand what was most important to our peers and leadership. If we can focus on fostering each of these qualities within our teams, we have a great opportunity to build teams we are proud to be a part of.
Read MoreIn high profile defamation case, NY Supreme Court rules against Kesha for defamatory texts about Dr. Luke and Katy Perry.
Read MoreA Managed Services Provider Agreement (“MSP Agreement”) represents the understanding relating to an IT service provider’s work for a client. A clear and comprehensive MSP Agreement can prevent disputes between clients and service providers caused by misunderstandings or differing expectations.
Read MoreFletcher’s is famous for corny dogs and may gain further fame for the Fletcher’s family feud resulting in trademark litigation against a family member for use of Fletch.
Read MoreAPIs and copyright law come into question in the Oracle case against Google, where the Supreme Court will decide on API copyright protection. The decision could impact technology and consumers alike.
Read MoreTulsi Gabbard sued Hillary Rodham Clinton on January 22, 2020 for defamation based on Clinton’s alleged statement that Gabbard was a secret “Russian asset.” Read for a discussion of defamation cases involving public figures, plus links to the lawsuit and related cases.
Read MoreAs artist Jonas Jödicke handles issues with copyright infringement in social media through confrontation, artists should learn about other options available for IP monitoring and enforcement.
Read MoreBrand names should be used properly to help prevent trademark genericide and loss of rights. See how companies can help consumers avoid misuse of brand names.
Read MoreThe College Board gets sued in class action suit claiming unfair and deceptive trade practices in the handling of student private data obtained through the Student Search program.
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