Nondisclosure agreements are contracts, a promise, to keep certain information secret. They come in handy when you want to share something that is private and you do not want the whole world to know about it. Many times, these agreements are incorporated into...
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Climate change collaboration, green technology and your IP opportunities
In the era of climate change, green technology has taken center stage in global efforts to reduce carbon emissions. As international collaboration becomes more significant in this area, the protection of intellectual property rights is a crucial aspect that inventors...
Unraveling the complex world of fiduciary estate litigation
In the realm of estate planning, fiduciaries play the role of distributing assets according to the wishes of a person who has passed away. Sometimes disputes arise regarding the actions of these fiduciaries, which can lead to a legal process called fiduciary estate...
A quantum shift in climate-driven litigation
Younger people are often dismissed by preceding generations, particularly when it comes to important issues that can affect the entire world. Older people claim that their passionate pursuits are nothing but folly. One such issue was surfaced by youths in Montana, who...
The future of energy in the US: Will electric replace natural gas?
Our reliance on power to meet our daily needs continues to grow and the methods we use to get that power are evolving. We have shifted from burning wood and coal to increased reliance on natural gas and green sources like solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear. We are now...
AI vs. IP in the music industry
If you have been wondering when artists will start using artificial intelligence to generate pop music, stop wondering. AI music is here. Creators have used AI platforms to generate both original songs and covers "sung" by the likes of Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Paul...
Licensing agreements: issues and pitfalls to watch out for
For an individual or business that owns a piece of intellectual property like a patent, trademark or copyright, licensing that IP can be a valuable income stream. But you need to be careful to avoid a mistake that could cause problems and even potentially lead to...
Two ways renewable energy is a good bet in 2023
Entrepreneurs are wise to consider a shift to focusing on ways to bring renewable energy technologies to market in 2023 and beyond. Experts are predicting big rewards whether the shift to renewable energy means starting a business in the green sector or expanding...
Understanding California’s new carbon capture laws
As technology changes, there are new impacts on the environment and the world around us. In some areas, the effect has become so evident that governing bodies are finding ways to take action. Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsome signed three bills into law that...
Intellectual property rights and renewable energy
According to the United Nations, 70-80% of the planet’s electricity must come from renewable energy by 2050 in order to satisfy the goals of the Paris Agreement. Currently, we get about 30% of our electricity from renewable resources, so we will need heroic effort to...