Back in 2013, major publishers treated freelance articles like inventory. Big publishers thought they could take freelance articles and put them into "electronic databases” without paying the authors. They were wrong. Attorney Gary Fergus served as co-lead counsel in...
Every patent case is unique. This is, in part, because virtually every invention for which individuals and businesses seek patents is unique. But, it is also – in part – due to the reality that concerns related to prior art, shifts in the market, technological...
Artificial intelligence (AI) software has been at the center of numerous legal controversies since its introduction to broader American culture in recent years. There are pending lawsuits alleging that AI chatbots have caused harm to impressionable individuals....
Imagine spending countless hours crafting the perfect social media post, only to have it rebranded by someone else as their own — a frustrating and all-too-common phenomenon for influencers in today's digital landscape. Unfortunately, content theft of this nature is a...
The United States presents a multifaceted legal landscape in intellectual property (IP) protection, where federal and state laws coexist and complement each other. This dual system, while complex, offers comprehensive protection for various forms of IP. Distinct...
Protecting intellectual property (IP) is crucial for startups, small businesses and entrepreneurs. In today’s knowledge-driven economy, IP is often a company's most valuable asset. Safeguarding your IP early on ensures you maintain a competitive edge and can leverage...
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...
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...
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...
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...
