This 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.
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Experts 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.
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MEDC 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.
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Texas 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.
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Cryptocurrency’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.
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In 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.
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In 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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Cryptocurrency is a new term that refers to a digital asset that operates as a medium of exchange. It is similar to traditional currency like the U.S. dollar and because cryptocurrency allows holders of that particular currency to exchange it in an identical manner to traditional money.
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DMCA exemptions and safe harbors exist to grant access if prohibition can be demonstrated to have a substantial adverse effect on the ability of people to make non-infringing uses of copyrighted works. These exemption rules are reviewed and revised every three years.
Read MoreRemote employees can present some challenges including managing productivity, keeping them motivated, and overcoming collaboration struggles. Here are a few things to keep in mind to lead (and keep) an effective remote team.
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With whispers and rumors of Spotify hitting the stock market possibly later this year, speculation of Spotify's business value increase. Potential investors and critics of the streaming service have re-focused on lawsuits that loom over the service.
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Trade secrets come in many forms, such as recipes, mailing lists, special methods, processes – anything that gives the owner an advantage over competitors. Therefore, protecting a trade secret and keeping it from the hands of competitors is fundamental to protecting and maintaining trade secret rights.
Read MoreWhen someone is provided the freedom to decide how, when, and where they can best accomplish their responsibilities, they feel empowered and are more likely to give it their best efforts in an ideal workplace.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court validated Inter Partes Review in Cuozzo Speed Technologies v. Lee. Cuozzo presented the Supreme Court with two questions - whether patent holders can seek judicial review of the PTO’s decision to institute a review and whether the case questioned the standard involved for evaluating patent claims in challenged patents.
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The USPTO changed the way to revive abandoned, expired, or cancelled trademark applications and registrations. These new trademark procedures provide more precise timing for petitions to revive.
Read Morea few tips to create a work environment that will produce motivated employees.
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