Intellectual Property

NY AG Targets Non-Competes: What This Means For Employers

The New York Attorney General’s Office turned some heads this summer when it reached settlements with multiple companies over...

Why Non-Disclosure Agreements May Not be Appropriate During Initial Discussions

Non-disclosure agreements are common between companies that share sensitive information. These agreements, typically designed to prevent ideas or technology...

ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES: ARE THEY VALID IN COMMERCIAL TRANSACTIONS?

Years ago, commercial transactions were executed with a pen and paper agreement. But as technology has changed, so has...

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Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016: Changing The Landscape Of Trade Secrets Claims

On May 11, 2016, President Obama signed into law the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016, ushering in what...

Be Wary Of Potential Pitfalls With Intent-To-Use Trademark Applications

Mergers and acquisitions often involve the transfer of intellectual property, such as patents, trademarks and copyrights. Sometimes, one of...