This article discusses new contractual questions that arise with new technologies like email.
Ben Franklin knew a thing or two about inventions and money, though not so much about patent litigation. You can use his wisdom, though, to curb many of patent litigation's costs. Read how up-front investments in defining clear goals, selecting top-notch counsel, retaining the right experts, and realistically analyzing the merits and costs will save you money in the long run.
This article discusses why negotiating software licensing agreements can be difficult and outlines how to maximize your chances for successfully negotiating some critical deal points.
Discusses the changes in Chinese law and substantial progress in enforcement procedures that make it possible to enforce intellectual property rights in China.
Discusses the ten critical questions, ranging from scope to procedures to secrecy, that you must ask before signing a nondisclosure agreement.
New technologies mean new legal issues. The authors spotlight five high-profile tech issues, and suggest some practical company policies.
This article examines Knorr-Bremse's ramifications on the affirmative duty of care to respect the patent rights of others and exculpatory opinions in general, as well as the ruling's effect on in-house patent counsel who want to advise management on potential infringements. Includes recommendations on how in-house patent counsel can effectively meet the affirmative duty of care imposed by Underwater Devices.
Technology procurement has many pitfalls. These tips from a technology acquisition expert will help make your large technology procurement project a success.
Approach your internet enforcement program as a war: it should be directed toward a defined and attainable objective. This article provides a brass-tacks approach to setting up an effective program for trademark protection on the web.
When companies negotiate contracts with IT consultants for information technology, one of the most hotly contested issues is intellectual property rights. While the number of potential IP issues is large, there are nine IP issues that crop up almost constantly in IT consulting deals. This article addresses the many options for such contracts.