Sextortion is a growing online crime fueled by anonymity and fear, and while state laws offer some protection, public awareness and vigilance remain the most effective defenses against these increasingly sophisticated scams.
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Under Texas law, minor missteps in complying with notice provisions may be forgiven, but parties who ignore written notice requirements or fail to respect the purpose of a notice clause risk losing the benefit of their bargain.
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Trademark logos allow brands to communicate identity instantly and elegantly, and when properly registered and used, they become valuable legal and marketing tools that protect consumers while strengthening brand recognition.
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The DABUS applications highlight a growing divide in global patent law, where most jurisdictions continue to restrict inventorship to humans while a few outliers test whether artificial intelligence may one day be formally recognized as an inventor.
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Although every eCommerce business sale is unique, transactions that focus early on intellectual property ownership, realistic valuation, and thoughtful deal structure are far more likely to result in a smooth closing and a successful outcome for both buyers and sellers.
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While copyright infringement is usually a civil matter, willful software piracy carried out for profit, especially when it involves bypassing license protections, can result in criminal convictions, substantial penalties, and lasting consequences for both individuals and businesses.
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For eCommerce and internet-based businesses, strong legal agreements are not just formalities, they are essential tools for defining relationships, managing online risks, and protecting the company’s brand, data, and long-term value.
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In today’s digital economy, intellectual property is often the most valuable asset an eCommerce business owns, and companies that fail to identify, secure, use, and enforce their IP rights risk losing the very foundation of their competitive advantage.
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While artificial intelligence is increasingly involved in the creative and inventive process, U.S. patent law currently limits inventorship to human beings, reinforcing that statutory requirements like sworn oaths and “natural person” status remain central barriers to recognizing AI as an inventor.
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While the Internet has unlocked unprecedented opportunities for eCommerce entrepreneurs, success depends on identifying and managing the legal risks inherent in operating a business entirely in the digital marketplace.
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The Supreme Court’s decision in Minerva v. Hologic preserves assignor estoppel while firmly limiting its application to situations where an inventor’s invalidity challenge truly contradicts warranties made at the time of assignment.
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By combining strategic planning with automation and data-driven analysis, IP enforcement programs can lower costs, improve outcomes, and provide scalable protection against widespread trademark and copyright infringement.
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Amazon Brand Registry provides brand owners with enhanced tools to control product listings, combat counterfeit sales, and protect the goodwill associated with their trademarks in an increasingly crowded online marketplace.
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Amazon’s brand gating program gives brand owners a practical enforcement tool to reduce counterfeit sales by controlling which third-party sellers may list and sell their products on the platform.
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The Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution Act provides a comprehensive statutory framework that empowers courts to encourage early settlement while protecting confidentiality, ensuring qualified neutrals, and preserving party autonomy in the ADR process.
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Trademark registration is a strategic investment that transforms brand use into durable, nationwide rights, offering long-term protection and enforcement advantages when properly obtained and maintained.
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While online marketplaces offer convenience and competitive pricing, unauthorized sellers can expose consumers to counterfeit, mishandled, or unsafe products, making informed purchasing decisions essential to protecting both brand integrity and consumer safety.
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Attorney–client arbitration agreements can be an effective tool for resolving fee disputes, but enforceability depends on providing client-specific disclosures that allow for an informed and ethical decision to arbitrate.
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Recording a trademark assignment is an essential safeguard that protects purchasers, provides public notice of ownership, and prevents the loss of valuable trademark rights due to later recorded transfers.
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Goodwill is the intangible reputation that gives a trademark its value, representing why consumers return to a particular brand and how they identify the source of goods or services in the marketplace.
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