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...
San Francisco Civil Litigation Blog
What are some of the key terms of a licensing agreement?
Those who are involved in the entertainment and intellectual property industries have to be aggressive about protecting their rights. The world is full of willful wrongdoers and those who are ignorant of the law, which can mean that the rights of individuals and...
What damages are recoverable for copyright infringement?
We spend a significant amount of time on this blog discussing entertainment law, including copyright law. The legal protections afforded to copyright holders are significant, but they must be policed to counteract infringement. This can be challenging to do,...
What are some tips for persuading a jury?
Working with trials can be complex. You need to convince a jury that your client is innocent of the crimes they're accused of or that an accident or injury was not their fault. If you're not familiar with going to trial or prefer to settle outside court, the idea of...
Keys for protecting trade secrets
Doing business in the modern world is a complex process, with new and surprising threats emerging constantly. As businesses compete and navigate their industries, trade secret protection becomes more and more important, particularly in an age where stealing...
Civil litigation may be justified in cases of evidence spoliation
It nearly goes without saying that compelling evidence is key to successful litigation. Yet, in order for the law to be administered properly they must be some sort of fairness when it comes to litigation. This is why the parties to a case are allowed to engage in...
Outside help can prove invaluable for intellectual property cases
The violation of someone's intellectual property rights often involves complex factors and can have a devastating impact on the income of a creator or business. From interstate and international copyright violations to the complexity of pushing back against the fair...
Trade secret litigation and non-disclosure agreements
There are many ways to gain a leg up on the competition in the business world. Some businesses are able to appeal to a certain market, while others are able to provide goods or services that are of a higher quality and a cheaper price than their competitors.How a...
Trials require creative strategizing and critical thinking
The delivery of a defense can directly impact the outcome of a case, but some people might skimp on this aspect. Anyone who is part of the defense must understand precisely how their actions can affect the defendant.One of the most important things to remember when...