A Frenchman living in America is suing France over France’s recent seizure of the Internet domain that he previously owned: France.com. This dispute is distinctive in the fact that it is not the stereotypical case of brand owner versus domain cybersquatter.
Read MoreWhile Facebook’s terms of service and data policy does say that the company reserves the right to collect information on its users as well as the devices they use to access Facebook’s services, few users may understand the depth of information that they are agreeing to allow Facebook to collect.
Read MoreJack Daniel’s sues two Texas whiskey distributors for trade dress infringement, false advertising, and trademark infringement.
Read MoreEffective leaders rely heavily on a strong company culture to produce results for their business, and as such, are responsible for creating it.
Read MoreWith the rising popularity of virtual reality, new issues have begun to emerge in intellectual property law. From patent disputes to rights of publicity issues, virtual reality has provided a new realm for legal disputes to arise.
Read MoreGet basic and advanced techniques for protecting brands from knock offs, counterfeiters, and other trademark infringement.
Read MoreThe Balancing the Rights of Web Surfers Equally and Responsibly, BROWSER Act, has come under renewed scrutiny. BROWSER requires both ISPs and content providers, mobile apps, Facebook, Google, etc., to obtain opt-in consent from users before sharing the user’s personal information with third parties.
Read MoreThe Texas State Securities Board recently issued emergency cease and desist orders against different cryptocurrency companies for violating sections of the Texas Securities Act. Texas was the first state to issue an administration order on cryptocurrency.
Read MoreLet's get real: most companies, established and startups, struggle with employee engagement and retention. Here's one strategy to set you on the right path.
Read MoreThis post discusses the elements of a claim for conversion under Texas law, and whether that type of claim would cover a cryptocurrency hack situation such as Bitcoin theft.
Read MoreExperts in the field have read holdings to mean that courts may consider extrinsic information to support claims of patent eligibility. Read for additional information on the Federal Court of Appeals’ agreement to allow use of extrinsic evidence.
Read MoreMEDC is claiming trade secret protection, to protect the tax incentives from being disclosed and citing nondisclosure agreement protection as a basis for its choice of nondisclosure surrounding Michigan cities bids for Amazon campus.
Read MoreThe Software, App & Video Game Entrepreneur (“SAVaGE”) Knowledge Base is part of a series of articles written and published by Jim Chester that advises start-ups, entrepreneurs, and emerging software, app & video game developers, publishers, distributors and similar companies regarding their core legal issues.
Read MoreModern law firms incorporate business management strategies, organizational models and team environments, along with the expected tech upgrade.
Read MoreTexas made the news by becoming the first state court to find that communication between a patent agent and a client may qualify for attorney-client privilege protection.
Read MoreCryptocurrency’s recent surge in popularity has raised new questions about ownership, legal protection, and intellectual property law’s role in its burgeoning growth. This article discusses relationships between cryptocurrency and intellectual property law.
Read MoreEver wondered how great leaders are so successful? Bring their principles and philosophy of effective leadership into the workplace.
Read MoreIn this article, we discuss the perils of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. While many have heralded the introduction of blockchain technology, there are still many issues with the new technology.
Read MoreIn this article, we focus on virtual currencies and blockchain technology. Blockchains validate the coins that make up the cryptocurrency. Blockchains are records that continuously grow. They are linked and secured using cryptography.
Read MoreAs the end of the year is fast-approaching, it is worthwhile to reflect on some of the most memorable and significant innovations. From the continuing expansion of an online retail giant, to a ground-breaking development in cancer treatment, this year has been one for the books.
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