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Jan152020

New year starts with lawsuits over using photos on the internet

An increasing number of individuals and companies find themselves facing lawsuits for copyright infringement for using photographs owned by someone else. Even broadcasting companies such…

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Jan082020

Patent law dispute arises over inflatable heart

California inventors often find inspiration from other people’s products. Perhaps they find a way to improve upon a design or make one of their own…

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Jan012020

Would trade secrets or patents provide the better protection?

Often, a California company’s intellectual property gives it the market edge needed in order to become a success. Protecting that property becomes a crucial task…

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Dec242019

Copyright law claims filed against Spotify once again

This is the digital age, and many people here in California and elsewhere prefer to purchase, view and store their entertainment electronically. For this reason,…

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Dec172019

Creating a mediation statement in a patent law dispute

For many reasons, it would more than likely be advantageous for parties to a dispute to stay out of a California courtroom. If that is…

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Dec122019

Not paying royalties may lead to intellectual property litigation

Just because a California individual or business owns a patent, copyright or trademark, it does not mean that no one else can use the item…

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Dec042019

Maintaining control of a trademark when growing a business

While some Sacramento small business owners are content with one shop, many others are not. They intend to grow their business and perhaps even begin…

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Nov272019

Did BMW violate patent law with regard to its hybrid engine?

When a Sacramento inventor wants to market an invention, it may become necessary to share certain details with prospective customers or clients. During these meetings,…

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Nov202019

Protecting trade secrets may require going to court

Keeping proprietary information within the company can present a challenge to Sacramento business owners. Every time an employee leaves, whether voluntarily or otherwise, steps need…

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Nov132019

Patent law claim leads to verdict in favor of USAA

Protecting intellectual property can feel like a full time job for companies here in California and elsewhere. For those with patents for a product that…

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