With enforcement of GDPR seemingly lacking in its first 2 years of enactment, critics question the true impact it will have on technology companies and the public’s privacy concerns.
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What does it cost to get a patent and what’s the process for filing a patent application? Read for tips on patenting process and costs inventors can expect to pay a patent attorney.
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As AI inventing grows in R&D of technology, the question is posed, “Can a computer be an inventor of a patent?” The USPTO recently decided it cannot.
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Court finds Mashable’s use of embedded images without the author’s consent does not constitute copyright infringement.
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Social tracing has helped to stop the spread of coronavirus in some countries and tech companies are creating apps to make suck tacking easier, as privacy concerns appear disregarded.
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The online schooling requirement for kids has spurred the use of new software and technology, which raises privacy concerns and allegations.
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Is video conferencing for lawyers safe? With the increased use of various virtual meeting platform services, law firms have options to help increase privacy and security concerns.
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A new law, the 2020 U.S. CARES Act, was passed to help remedy issues with meeting IP deadlines with the USPTO due to effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
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With social distancing requirements, a remote work environment has been forced on companies to maintain business operations. Get our IP checklist to help with maintaining business security.
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As courts shut down due to coronavirus concerns, there is concern for the effect on patent cases involving drug companies relying on Hatch-Waxman Act 30-month stays.
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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.
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Although 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.
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When 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.
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On 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.
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As employers scramble to handle coronavirus concerns, they should also be mindful of triggering employee privacy laws and rights.
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As food delivery services seek to increase offerings without partnering with restaurants, some eateries claim trademark infringement from unauthorized use of their marks.
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What 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.
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Booking.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.
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Billionaire Elizabeth Holmes has been sued by the law firm previously representing her in the criminal fraud case involving her blood-testing company Theranos.
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The Supreme Court will decide whether a showing of willful conduct is required in awarding disgorgement of profits in trademark infringement cases.
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