JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The ability for users to leverage an extensive music database has, in large part, allowed TikTok to become one of the most used social media platforms in the world, and its influence in the global music business has been monumental. By: Polsinelli

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 15, 2024

Contracts are the backbone of business transactions and legal relationships. In the interest of efficiency and cost-effectiveness, some individuals and businesses may be tempted to reuse contracts for similar purposes. In this The post Why reusing contracts is a bad idea.

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JD Supra Law

JANUARY 15, 2024

This post summarizes a newly published draft regulation (“Draft Regulation”) that, if passed, will amend the Québec Charter of the French Language (“Charter”) and the Regulation respecting the language of commerce and business in certain key areas, such as commercial contract drafting and the use of English-language trademarks.

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IPilogue

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The termination of this seven-year partnership, most famously known for its development of the Yeezy sneakers, raises important questions about IP ownership when business collaborations collapse. How can businesses protect their public perception in co-branding partnerships? While Ye’s company, Mascotte Holdings Inc.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

JUNE 2, 2024

This statement sets out OpenAI’s vison for a ‘social contract for content in AI’. In this vision, OpenAI shares its own perception of its contribution to creative ecosystems, but also its understanding of some of the legal implications of its business model. For that purpose (i.e.

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IP Law 360

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As the EU's recent agreement on the Artificial Intelligence Act has fueled businesses' interest in adopting generative AI tools, it is crucial to understand how these tools utilize material to generate output and what questions to ask in relation to intellectual property, data privacy and contracts, say lawyers at Deloitte Legal.

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Before rolling out a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool to customers or using one internally for other business purposes, prudent vendors will look to their form agreements related to the underlying AI technology to confirm whether their legal terms are sufficient. By: Venable LLP

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IP Law 360

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

SAG-AFTRA's recently ratified contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers introduced a framework to safeguard performers' intellectual property rights and set the stage for future discussions on how those rights interact with artificial intelligence — which should put entertainment businesses on alert for compliance, says (..)

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U.S. Department of Commerce

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Commerce Department Offers Valuable Resources and Services for Hispanic Entrepreneurs and Hispanic-Owned Businesses September 28, 2023 KCPullen@doc.gov Thu, 09/28/2023 - 16:01 Minority business growth The Hispanic American community is deeply rooted in the history of the United States and is an integral part of the rich fabric of our nation.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

These amendments target the Unfair Contract Terms (UCT) provisions of the ACL, strengthening the rights of consumers while imposing stricter requirements on businesses using Standard Form [.]

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JD Supra Law

MARCH 7, 2024

With GenAI at the forefront of the conversation, we delve back into the complexities surrounding its use, with a special focus on the contractual and legal challenges faced by users, data providers, and businesses. Join partners Marina Aronchik and Rich Assmus, and host Julian Dibbell, as they explore. By: Mayer Brown

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 24, 2023

Next-gen BPO drives the development and. By: Morgan Lewis - Tech & Sourcing

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The legal sector across the world has undergone extensive digital reality adaption, whether it be the virtual mode of delivering justice by the judiciary or the conducting of business transactions of any shape and size. Meaning Of An E-Contract. E-contract forms a significant part of E-commerce. Image Source: Shutterstock].

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The IP Law Blog

MARCH 30, 2023

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) has reduced the patent fees for small businesses and certain other applicants. For example, they can increase the value of a business, provide an advantage over competitors, and serve as a source of income through licensing. A small entity is defined under 37 CFR § 1.27

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Patently-O

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The appellate court sided with Google, holding that the Copyright Act preempts a breach-of-contract claim because it is “equivalent to … exclusive rights within the general scope of copyright,” 17 U.S.C. § Other circuits have held that similar contracts are not preempted by the Copyright Act.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

125 , I wanted to write a quick post about changes and enhancements to the ability for alcohol producers (breweries, wineries and distilleries) to contract manufacture in Wisconsin. Historically, only breweries were able to contract manufacture for other breweries in Wisconsin. Now, however, that’s changed.

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Nelligan Law

JUNE 12, 2024

Reading Time: 5 minutes Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey in Canada is thrilling and starting a business right means understanding the different types of structures available and ins and outs of what they might require. If you’re wondering what it takes to start a business right, our business team has you covered.

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JD Supra Law

JUNE 13, 2024

This is true across the majority of, if not all, industries and, as such, it is not surprising that we are seeing a large increase in GenAI-related queries from businesses that use, or are procuring, software. By: Morgan Lewis - Tech & Sourcing

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

a former University of Florida Gator and current Chicago Bear, filed a lawsuit aimed at invalidating an NIL contract that he signed during his junior year at the University of Florida. ” The initial term commenced upon contract signing and concluded with Dexter’s ineligibility under NCAA rules.

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Art Law Journal

MARCH 18, 2021

Every business needs a contract at one time or another. Whether you are a struggling artist, world-renowned photographer, or a gallery owner, you will be inundated with contracts from art dealers, agents, exhibitors, publishers, ad agencies, museums as well as non-art industry members like landlords and contractors.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 4, 2022

Review Your Contracts Every Year. One of the most important tools to protect your business – your ideas (copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, confidential and proprietary information), customer relationships and talent pool – is your written contract. Franken-contracts can ruin your business.

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IP Law 360

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The legal industry's continued remote work needs during the pandemic have fueled growth of contract lifecycle management providers, but to continue access to the platforms they have come to rely on, businesses should look out for the CLM mergers that are likely to occur in 2022, says Naseeha Machingal at LegalEase Solutions.

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Art Law Journal

MARCH 18, 2021

Every business needs a contract at one time or another. Whether you are a struggling artist, world-renowned photographer, or a gallery owner, you will be inundated with contracts from art dealers, agents, exhibitors, publishers, ad agencies, museums as well as non-art industry members like landlords and contractors.

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JD Supra Law

DECEMBER 14, 2023

It is important for business owners and media creators to be aware of this rapidly evolving regulatory landscape as they leverage new marketing opportunities to keep their brands fresh and engaging. By: ArentFox Schiff

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Art Law Journal

JUNE 25, 2021

A photography contract that doesn't consider licensing and made-for-hire agreements can have an impact on business. The post 3 Common Pitfalls to Avoid in a Photography Contract appeared first on Art Business Journal. Here are common pitfalls you need to avoid.

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The IPKat

APRIL 25, 2024

Here’s what they write: Generative AI, originality, and the potential role of contract in protecting unoriginal works by Adrian Aronsson-Storrier and Oliver Fairhurst Artificial Kat Over the past two years the IPKat has hosted debate on the question of whether the outputs of generative AI tools are protected under copyright law.

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Art Law Journal

DECEMBER 8, 2020

What things should artists be negotiating as part of licensing or gallery contracts? The post Contract Negotiation Tips for Visual Artists appeared first on Art Business Journal. We take a look at some of the most important along with a review of several standard provisions.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JULY 16, 2021

To authenticate the logs, Plaintiff provides the Affidavit of Hisham Younis, Express Lien’s Chief Technology Officer, wherein Younis swears that the logs are gathered pursuant to the normal course of business and that the logs confirm “[t]hat a party affirmatively accepted Express Lien, Inc.’s . * Lona’s Lil Eats, LLC v.

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IPilogue

JANUARY 9, 2023

Some work highlights for me personally were: drafting a procurement contract, investigating the Patented Medicines Prices Review Board (“PMPRB”) Draft Guidelines, and drafting a response to an Access to Information request. AstraZeneca is a global company, some contracts can require engaging in services in other countries.

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JD Supra Law

MAY 3, 2023

District Court Judge Indira Talwani recently granted a defendant summary judgment on claims of tortious interference with a contract or advantageous business relationship where the plaintiff failed to demonstrate that it had a known relationship with a third party despite having a history of successful past dealings with it.

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SpicyIP

JULY 13, 2021

As a practice, artists enter into contracts with publishers which grant them ownership of the work to commercially exploit it and collect the royalties it earns. Then these earnings are split between the publishers and artists based on the terms of the contract between them.

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Patently-O

OCTOBER 7, 2021

US Courts typically enforce choice-of-forum provisions found within contracts between two business entities. But, they did not enter such a contract. 2021)( KannuuSamsungDecision ). ” The potential deal fell apart and Kannuu eventually sued Samsung for patent infringement. Dodocase VR, Inc. MerchSource, LLC , 767 F.

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Art Law Journal

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

What questions should you be asking in contract negotiation, and what provisions should you be reviewing? Not every item must be in the contract, but it will be too late to add anything to make the loss as comprehensive as possible once you sign. Is the contract for my whole series or just specific pieces? Making Your Checklist.

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Art Law Journal

JUNE 25, 2021

A photography contract that doesn't consider licensing and made-for-hire agreements can have an impact on business. Chris Reed. Here are common pitfalls you need to avoid.

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Nelligan Law

JUNE 12, 2024

Reading Time: 5 minutes Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey in Canada is thrilling and starting a business right means understanding the different types of structures available and ins and outs of what they might require. If you’re wondering what it takes to start a business right, our business team has you covered.

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IP Law 360

MAY 31, 2024

A fight between two companies over a doomed distribution deal for COVID-19 tests has gone from "ships passing in the night" to not even "sailing in the same ocean," a North Carolina Business Court judge said, paring the case for trial.

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IP Watchdog

JULY 10, 2024

employment contracts. While the requested relief is limited to the plaintiffs named in the action, the ruling marks an important victory for business interests opposing the rule and intellectual property advocates warning about likely harms to trade secret protection within the United States.

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