Protecting Your Company’s Real Property Rights Through the Federal Courts

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For corporations, limited liability companies, and real estate development partnerships, protecting real property rights may be crucial to maintaining legal integrity of the assets and ensuring long-term financial growth of your business enterprise. While many real estate issues are handled at the state court level, certain disputes may fall under federal jurisdiction due to unique …Read more

Trade Secret Litigation: What Your Business Needs to Know to Protect its Valuable Trade Secrets

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In the digital age in which we live and work and conduct business, the protection of trade secrets has become a pressing concern for companies operating across all sectors of the global economy and in jurisdictions around the world. Whether it’s proprietary algorithms, client lists, product formulas or specialized manufacturing processes, trade secrets are often …Read more

Navigating Federal Securities Laws and Regulations to Avoid Common Pitfalls for Companies Raising Money in the U.S.

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Federal securities laws play a crucial role in regulating how companies raise capital, communicate with investors, and ensure transparency in their financial operations.  For companies in California, compliance with these laws is not only mandatory but essential to avoid costly penalties, regulatory scrutiny, and potential lawsuits.  Compliance with California’s securities laws is also required.  Understanding …Read more

Remedies Available in Federal Court to Help Resolve Business Disputes

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Business disputes are an inevitable part of running a company, whether you’re a small startup or a large corporation. When these disputes cannot be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration, litigation in federal court may be the best—or only—option. Understanding the remedies available in federal court can help your company make informed decisions about how …Read more

Navigating the Federal Environmental and Energy Regulatory Framework for Solar, Wind, and Other Renewable Energy Investments

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The increasing demand for clean energy and the global shift toward sustainability have made renewable energy projects—such as solar and wind—highly attractive for businesses. While these investments present significant opportunities for growth and environmental stewardship, they also come with complex regulatory requirements under federal environmental law. For companies involved in these types of projects, understanding …Read more

Copyright Ownership of Generative AI Work Product In Major International Jurisdictions

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Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools can produce a vast range of new content in a remarkably short period of time.  The output may include software code, text, audio, images and video.  For business owners like you the speed with which AI produces rems of work product in response to a user prompt is simply breathtaking, …Read more

U.S. District Court Confirms ‘Human Authorship’ Required for Copyright Protection and Sets Copyright Boundary for AI-Generated Works

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On August 18, 2023, Judge Beryl A. Howell of the US District Court for the District of Columbia issued a first-of-its-kind federal court decision in Thaler v. Perlmutter et al., agreeing with the U.S. Copyright Office that works generated entirely by artificial intelligence are not copyrightable for lack of human authorship.  The court rejected the plaintiff’s argument …Read more

How to License Your Company’s Copyrights to Maximize Their Financial Value

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When your company owns valuable copyrights, licensing them to customers over and over again is a powerful way to generate revenue, expand your business into new markets, and solidify your company’s presence in those markets.  To truly maximize the financial value of your copyrighted works, however, it’s crucial to approach copyright licensing with a strategic …Read more

Navigating the Global Expansion of Your U.S. Trademarks

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As your business grows and ventures into international markets, protecting your intellectual property becomes increasingly important and expensive.  Your U.S. trademarks are valuable assets that define your brand identity and reputation in only one market, the United States.  To maintain and expand the value of your trademarks globally, you need to register your marks in …Read more

The Role of IP Due Diligence in Mergers and Acquisitions Transactions

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In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, intellectual property (“IP”) plays a critical role in the operation, valuation and success of many companies, particularly in the technology sectors. Whether you’re a technology start-up eyeing expansion or an established technology company looking to diversify into new markets and products, mergers and acquisitions transactions (“M&A”) can provide your …Read more