Technology & Marketing Law Blog

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Why did Jonae post ZD’s confidential diagnosis on Facebook? There were two obvious breakdowns that led to this bizarre and highly unfortunate set of events: (1) the hospital sending confidential medical information to a non-patient, and (2) the letter recipient publicizing the confidential medical information.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 13, 2022

Extent of Undisclosed Information. The protection of undisclosed information is an important facet for pharmaceutical industries, R&D Institutions, and other agencies. Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) does provide a provision for the protection of undisclosed information.

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IP.com

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Companies now use generative AI tools to streamline innovation, expedite the patenting process, and generate unique ideas while ensuring the confidentiality of valuable IP assets. This is where platforms like IQ Ideas+ excel, providing a secure, closed ecosystem where data remains confidential and entirely within the organization’s control.

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Per the Plaintiff’s website, 3CHI was founded by a biochemist that has focused on cannabinoid research and brining minor cannabinoids to market. During her employment, Journay was promoted to Marketing Manager. 3CHI alleges to have almost single handedly put cannabis into national mainstream acceptance.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 31, 2023

In the consequentials hearing judgment [2023] EWHC 138 , the Judge dealt with (1) royalty payments; (2) costs; (3) confidentiality; and (4) permission to appeal. Of the most interesting to this Kat was the treatment of costs (well, some of them), confidentiality and permission to appeal.

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IP Law 360

AUGUST 26, 2024

A New Jersey marine fuel buyer has accused two brothers who worked for the company of misappropriating trade secrets and illegally accessing confidential information when they resigned to form a new venture in the same market, according to a lawsuit filed in New Jersey federal court.

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Trading Secrets

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Boston Beer is a brewer and marketer of beers, malt beverages, and hard ciders, known for its Samuel Adams and Angry Orchard products. Downeast is a rival maker and marketer of similar products, namely its eponymous cider. Shortly thereafter, he became a Senior Vice President of Marketing at Downeast.

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JD Supra Law

MARCH 14, 2024

In its simplest form, it involves a corporate insider trading in securities of his or her corporation on the basis of material nonpublic information (MNPI) about that corporation. By: Foley & Lardner LLP

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 15, 2022

Plaintiff, Tori Belle Cosmetics LLC (“Belle Cosmetics”), sells its cosmetics and false eyelashes through a network of salespeople, allowing each salesperson to earn a portion of any revenue generated by any salespeople they recruit to join their sales network, i.e., a multi-level marketing business. The court disagreed.

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

MARCH 11, 2024

In Cyprus, Texas , Valcrum, LLC (“Valcrum”), a company specializing in trailer and axle market products, is engaged in a legal dispute with Dexter Axle Company, LLC (“Dexter”) from Indiana over trademark and trade dress infringement regarding a hubcap design. Continue reading

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Boston Beer is a brewer and marketer of beers, malt beverages, and hard ciders, known for its Samuel Adams and Angry Orchard products. Downeast is a rival maker and marketer of similar products, namely its eponymous cider. Shortly thereafter, he became a Senior Vice President of Marketing at Downeast.

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IP.com

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Trade Secrets: Protect confidential business information, like recipes or manufacturing processes. This audit should involve a thorough review of your products, services, marketing materials, and business processes to identify all forms of IP that need protection. Design Rights: Protect the visual design of products.

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JD Supra Law

JULY 12, 2023

Protecting against intellectual property theft and unauthorized disclosure of confidential business information has always been an important practice for businesses, yet the continuing evolution of the labor market post-COVID has increased the risk of intellectual property loss due to employee mobility and remote work.

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Kashishipr

APRIL 20, 2022

In simple terms, trade secrets are Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) granted on confidential or sensitive info, which may be licensed or sold. Information Protected by a Trade Secret . and commercial info, including the list of clients and suppliers, distribution methods, marketing strategies, etc.

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Trading Secrets

MAY 9, 2022

In the third installment of our 2022 Trade Secrets Webinar Series, Seyfarth attorneys Justin Beyer and Ian Long discussed employee mobility and its impact on trade secrets and non-compete agreements, and shared practical steps that companies can take to protect intellectual capital in today’s market.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 22, 2023

It is possible to find more information here. More information here. More information about the webinar can be found here. More details here.

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Kashishipr

JANUARY 27, 2022

For maintaining a competitive edge in the market, businesses need to keep innovating. A Non-Disclosure Agreement (abbreviated as NDA) is a legal document signed to safeguard the previously-mentioned sensitive information. Therefore, many companies are way too vigilant about protecting their IP assets.

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Olartemoure Blog

MAY 3, 2024

As an alternative measure, the FTC proposes the adoption of robust confidentiality agreements to protect confidential company information in the event of any employee’s departure. La entrada Non-compete clauses in labor contracts se publicó primero en OlarteMoure | Intellectual Property.

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Intepat

MAY 24, 2024

Trade secrets, while cheaper and without time limits, must be kept confidential. Filing a patent establishes a legal claim, preventing others from exploiting the disclosed information. Increased Market Value: Patents significantly increase a startup’s market value by providing a competitive edge and boosting investor confidence.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

In later articles, the use of AI in software development, intellectual property issues, and confidentiality concerns, among other issues, will be explored. This is because certain AI tools may use the internet, social media, or certain public databases to collect information. What is AI? This exposure can be detrimental to a business.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

the employee cannot divulge your company’s confidential information) are not “non-competes” but they are often, so broadly drafted , that they have the effect of being a non-compete, although called something different. Stay Informed: Keep an eye on the progress of this rule.

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Trading Secrets

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In 2017, Life Spine entered into various agreements with Aegis by which Aegis would sell and distribute ProLift devices while maintaining as confidential all proprietary information related to the devices. Aegis is a medical device manufacturer and distributor headquartered in California.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In 2017, Life Spine entered into various agreements with Aegis by which Aegis would sell and distribute ProLift devices while maintaining as confidential all proprietary information related to the devices. Aegis is a medical device manufacturer and distributor headquartered in California.

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Trading Secrets

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

An employee had an agreement with a company that placed restrictions on the employee’s ability to solicit or accept business from the company’s customers, to disclose confidential information, and to have competitive employment during the term of employment.

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TorrentFreak

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

After thriving in what was once a localized traditional market, Japanese comics known as ‘manga’ took the world by storm. Publishers and authors could only watch as their work fueled a huge but unlicensed black market. com, Shueisha sought permission from a court to obtain information from U.S.

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IIPRD

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Introduction In the quickly developing scenery of the recent business the startups stand as the indications of modernization which brings the new concepts and fresh products or the amenities to the market. Moreover, the IPR eases the market development and establishes a solid brand identity. Trade Secrets.

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Olartemoure Blog

JANUARY 25, 2023

In addition, the databases and information that developers collect from their players are also confidential pieces of information and are protected as trade secrets. .  Trademarks Videogames’ names can be registered for their commercialization. Patents A videogame per se is not patentable.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Companies rarely talked publicly about their content moderation efforts, even when the information wasn’t really confidential. The conference goal was to get companies to talk about their efforts on the record and bridge the information gap. 2) Share your non-confidential material publicly. Progress!!!

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Owen claimed that if the trust had sold the real estate, it could have invested the cash into the stock market. It Didn’t Go Well–In re Weber appeared first on Technology & Marketing Law Blog. That can’t be good for business. Surrogacy Ct. The post Expert Witness Used Generative AI to Prepare His Report.

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IP.com

AUGUST 19, 2024

A comprehensive IP strategy not only protects a company’s intangible assets but also drives business growth and market positioning. Effective IP management requires a multidisciplinary approach that integrates innovation, marketing, human resources, procurement, financial, and legal considerations.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

APRIL 28, 2023

Recently, the Senate Judiciary Committee heard the bill for informational purposes. In an attempt to address this concern, Minnesota offers some protection by maintaining the confidentiality of information subject to attorney-client privilege. The bill is currently pending approval by both chambers.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 1, 2022

alleging a pizza franchisee failed to maintain the confidentiality of Texas pizza chain CiCi Enterprises LP’s trade secrets after two affiliates inked a development deal with competitor, Papa John’s. A judge in the Northern District of Texas recently declined to dismiss a lawsuit, CiCi Enterprises LP et al. Mucho Pizza, LLC et al.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

15 of DSM Directive introduced a related right for press publishers to control the online uses of their press publications by information society service providers (ISSPs). They also claimed that this new system goes against the traditional set-up of licensing practices in Europe and will lead to market fragmentation. 216/1 and XI.216/2)

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Intepat

JUNE 14, 2024

Therefore, in a situation where both protection and disclosure become important, inventors and companies must find a way to safeguard their inventions and crucial information. Secondly, there must be some value to that information such that it is worth protecting. This article delves into this complex aspect of the issue. Dole Food Co.,

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Patently-O

JUNE 17, 2024

Insulet and EOFlow are competitors in the wearable insulin pump market. The court determined that there was strong evidence of misappropriation because EOFlow hired former Insulet employees who retained Insulet’s confidential documents. The Federal Circuit has been seen as largely supporting strong trade secrecy rights.

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

As employees of MaddenCo, both Reed and Darby executed a Confidentiality Agreement wherein they agreed to not disclose any confidential information or material of MaddenCo or its subsidiaries. Reed was employed as a Software Development Manager while Darby was employed as a Software Developer.

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Patently-O

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Promoting innovation and competition in AI, such as through public-private partnerships, addressing intellectual property issues in ways that “Protect inventors and creators”, and ensuring market competition and opportunities for small businesses. ” Improving government use of AI.

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