Finkel Law Group P.C. Joins More Than 500 Law Firms Nationwide by Signing the Amicus Curiae Brief Filed in Support of the Law Firm Perkins Coie

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On March 6, 2025, the President of the United States issued an executive order, supported by no provision of the U.S. Constitution or any federal statute, entitled “Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP.”  The order attacks Perkin Coie’s clients and the issues for which the firm has represented those clients for many years.  The order …Read more

United States Supreme Court Addresses Corporate Separateness and Defendant’s Profits Under the Federal Lanham Act for Trademark Infringement

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On February 26, 2025, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in Dewberry Group, Inc v. Dewberry Engineers, Inc.  In doing so the Court reaffirmed the legal protections afforded to separately formed, organized and governed corporations.  The case raised the question of whether a court could order disgorgement of profits for trademark infringement from …Read more

Enforcing Your Company’s Trademark Rights: Remedies for Infringement and Principal Defenses to Infringement Claims

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This blog is the seventh in a series that Finkel Law Group is publishing to provide our readers with a broad overview of trademark law in the United States.  Once a trademark owner initiates an infringement claim, understanding the potential remedies and defenses is critical.  Remedies for trademark infringement can include injunctive relief, monetary damages, …Read more

Enforcing Your Company’s Trademark Rights: Infringement Litigation

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This blog is the sixth in a series that Finkel Law Group is publishing to provide our readers with a broad overview of trademark law in the United States.  In the United States, to maintain your legal rights in your trademarks, you must be diligent in protecting your marks by taking appropriate enforcement action against …Read more

Understanding Regulation FD to Ensure Fair and Accurate Disclosure of Your Company’s Information in Securities Markets

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In today’s rapidly evolving financial markets, transparency is not just a best practice—it’s a regulatory imperative. Regulation FD (Fair Disclosure) plays a crucial role in leveling the playing field for investors and market participants by mandating that material, non-public information be disclosed to the public promptly.  In this blog we delve into the origins, key …Read more

Legal Essentials and Federal Compliance Strategies for Tech Startups

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In the heart of San Francisco and Silicon Valley, where innovation and technology drive global progress, technology startups face an intricate legal landscape of federal, state and local laws that must be consistently complied with.  Compliance with federal laws that apply to tech startups is a critical but sometimes overlooked aspect of building a scalable …Read more

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