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How Important is Intellectual Property Protection for a Startup?
Starting a business can be a scary endeavor. There are many aspects to consider, from securing financial investments to marketing and branding. In pulling all of these elements together, it can be easy to overlook some key steps, such as intellectual property...
Why Can a Corporation Not Be Represented in Court by Pro Se?
Most people are familiar with a legal concept in criminal cases where an individual has the right to legal counsel or, alternatively, to represent themselves. The right to represent oneself is called pro se. It may be tempting to think that this right is extended to...
What is Securities Litigation?
Securities litigation is a very specialized area of legal practice that involves complex securities laws. Many securities lawsuits involve sensitive and confidential corporate information and substantial awards if the legal challenge is upheld. These cases may result...
What Is Trade Secret and Employee Mobility Litigation?
In today’s hypercompetitive market, getting any competitive edge can be a path to success. And with technology continuing to evolve at an ever-increasing rate, trade secrets are often relied upon to keep a competitive edge. Trade secrets are defined as undisclosed...
Trade Secret Litigation: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Business
There are over 600,000 new companies formed in the United States every year. Interestingly, many people are unaware of the fact that a large portion of these companies will fail.One of your most important responsibilities as a business owner is protecting your trade...
What is Intellectual Property Litigation?
Intellectual property laws were designed to reward innovators and inventors with limited property rights related to their creations. The right to intellectual property is outlined in the US Constitution, which states that Congress shall have power…to promote the...
Shareholder disputes: Common Causes & Solutions
Today's corporate environment can involve multiple levels of complex business litigation, including at the shareholder level. Many companies use shareholder agreements to assist them in defining the shareholders' duties, responsibilities, and rights. It also serves to...
Finding the Right Startup Attorney
Founding a company This can be a complex endeavor with plenty of pitfalls for those with little experience leading a company. One of the best moves you can make early on in this journey is finding a competent and qualified startup attorney to represent your interests...
What is the Misappropriation of Intellectual Property?
Intellectual property can sometimes be some of the most valuable assets for any company. Intellectual property refers to creations of the mind, including inventions, written works, artistic creations, designs, symbols, names, and images. Intellectual property can also...
What Does Complex Commercial Litigation Mean?
Commercial litigation describes a broad range of legal disputes that may involve commercial entities. There are many state and federal corporate laws, and any violation could result in commercial litigation. Complex commercial litigation is a subset of all commercial...
What Does Bad Faith Mean in Commercial Litigation?
Many terms can be used to describe different aspects of commercial litigation. One term that you may hear is ‘bad faith.’ And while the term itself can give you an idea of its meaning, there are some subtle nuances in commercial litigation that you should understand....
What States Have Commercial Company Venture Laws?
Marketing is an integral part of business for nearly all companies in the modern market. Many companies have merged philanthropic efforts to promote sales. However, the legal nuances of such arrangements can be complex at times. Not all states require nonprofits to...