JD Supra Law

AUGUST 27, 2024

As generative AI continues to be a hot topic in board rooms and an unavoidable reality on the front lines of business, leaders must make informed decisions when choosing AI vendors. The integration of AI into your operations can offer substantial benefits, but it also introduces unique risks and challenges.

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 3, 2025

However, the complexity of these transactions necessitates meticulous preparation and due diligence. In todays rapidly evolving business landscape, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) remain a common strategic priority for companies aiming to grow, innovate, or strengthen their market position. By: Proskauer - The Patent Playbook

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Herbert Smith Freehills

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

If enacted, the Bill will make it mandatory for large Dutch enterprises and foreign enterprises doing business in the Netherlands to act with due diligence to avoid adverse impacts on human rights and the environment. Proposed changes to the Dutch supply chain laws. Due diligence requirements. General duty of care.

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JD Supra Law

OCTOBER 25, 2023

ACI’s 6th Annual Life Sciences IP Due Diligence Summit is devoted to providing corporate and IP counsel with expert strategies for assessing, valuing, and commercializing IP assets when conducting strategic IP due diligence – an essential to nearly every corporate transaction.

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JD Supra Law

MAY 18, 2022

Due diligence of trademark registrations can get lost in the shuffle. In a complex merger or acquisition, there are many moving parts. But thorough review of brand assets can help avoid pitfalls and maximize the investment. By: Erise IP

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Nelligan Law

MARCH 12, 2025

For businesses in Ontario, these processes are governed by provincial and federal laws, which must be carefully navigated to ensure success. Key Legal Considerations in Ontario Due Diligence Due diligence is the foundation of any successful merger, acquisition, or business sale. Intellectual property assets.

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JD Supra Law

JANUARY 9, 2025

Due diligence is a necessary part of any M&A transaction. This process can be an exhaustive deep dive into the target companys history. In some cases, the buyer wants to assure itself of certain highly confidential and sensitive aspects of the targets operations and assets.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

A few days ago, Fashion Law London held another (online) event – this time focussed on the role of online retail marketplaces. It was highlighted that fashion has in recent years been a target sector for competition authorities and that, unfortunately, law and regulation is often behind the technology curve.

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JD Supra Law

DECEMBER 3, 2022

The objective of an intellectual property due diligence investigation is to provide an evaluation of the quality of the IP assets that cover the company’s commercial products and services. For life sciences companies, their patent estate is often a crucial piece of their business and revenue model.

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TorrentFreak

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

” Due Diligence Should Be a Safe Harbor Factor. . ” Due Diligence Should Be a Safe Harbor Factor. The issue of due diligence is of particular interest to rightsholders. They believe that such a clause would remove the incentive to comply with due diligence obligations.

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 29, 2022

When two parties engage in a merger or acquisition, there are several processes that must take place before the transaction can be completed, including due diligence of the seller’s assets—and particularly the seller’s relevant and material intellectual property (IP). By: Morgan Lewis - Tech & Sourcing

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IIPRD

AUGUST 31, 2022

Hence, more and more mergers and acquisitions involve intellectual property which gives rise to the demand for Intellectual Property (IP) Due-Diligence at the time of Mergers, Acquisitions, etc. Evolving Significance of IP Due-Diligence for an M&A Transaction. of such businesses.

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JD Supra Law

AUGUST 17, 2023

But any company preparing to sell within the next five years should consider the more common IP issues that arise during the legal due diligence process. Markets have since cooled, with capital becoming harder to find. By: Seyfarth Shaw LLP

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JD Supra Law

AUGUST 9, 2024

Properly pleading inequitable conduct claims is a challenge, a challenge that can be met with early due diligence and attention to detail in your pleading. By: Baker Botts L.L.P.

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JD Supra Law

MAY 15, 2023

Firm attorneys led a day of interactive discussions with clients on the latest developments in intellectual property law and their impact on patent and trademark strategies. By: Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP

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JD Supra Law

MAY 15, 2023

Firm attorneys led a day of interactive discussions with clients on the latest developments in intellectual property law and their impact on patent and trademark strategies. By: Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

To achieve these aims, the DSA sets out numerous due diligence obligations of intermediaries concerning any type of illegal information, including copyright infringing content. Copyright law accounts for most content removals from online platforms and search engine result lists, by an order of magnitude. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY.

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

On August 12, 2021, the U.S.

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IP Law 360

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

As law firms increasingly recruit laterals, they must account for ethics rules and other due diligence issues that can turn an inadvisable or careless hire into a nightmare of lost opportunity or disqualification, says Mark Hinderks at Stinson.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 16, 2023

But any company preparing to sell within the next five years should consider the more common IP issues that arise during the legal due diligence process. But quite often, a company will tout its innovation when selling, but during the due diligence process, it is revealed that the company lacks adequate protection for that innovation.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JULY 9, 2021

were recognized as 2021 Women of Influence in Law by the San Diego Business Journal. In addition, Chacon is known for her mentorship of junior attorneys, including through her involvement in Fish’s EMPOWER initiative, which promotes the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in law. Crystal Culhane draws upon her Ph.D.

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JD Supra Law

AUGUST 30, 2024

Michael Grecco Productions, Inc. RADesign, Inc., 23-1078 (2d Cir. 16, 2024) (Wesley, Chin, Lee, By: McDermott Will & Emery

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Selvam & Selvam Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2024

Proper due diligence can help inventors avoid delays, penalties, and ensure their innovations benefit both society and the local communities. It is essential to initiate the NBA approval process early, especially if the invention involves filing for a patent.

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IP Law 360

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Declining valuations are the backdrop of the current technology M&A landscape worldwide, and intellectual property is a key value driver from the vantage point of a potential acquiror, so when it comes to due diligence for technology acquisitions, there are several pitfalls to avoid, say attorneys at Gibson Dunn.

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Selvam & Selvam Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This case highlights the intersection of trademark law and e-commerce regulation, raising questions about the accountability of online marketplaces in protecting brand integrity. ” Under Indian law, intermediaries like Amazon are required to take down infringing content once they have actual knowledge of the violation.

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TorrentFreak

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Laws that forbid the illegal uploading and downloading of copyrighted content are common around the world but the rise of streaming has sometimes exposed gaps in legislation. Piracy-equipped Kodi devices, illegal streaming apps, and similar tools have led legal specialists to attempt to apply laws that didn’t envision the technology.

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Michael Geist

OCTOBER 18, 2022

I have written about the shameful silence from virtually all but Jewish MPs, leading MP Anthony Housefather to call on all to speak out (I also discussed this with Housefather on a Law Bytes podcast ). Questions include: What due diligence – if any – was conducted in awarding money to CMAC?

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Despite the deadline of 7 June 2021, most Member States are still busy transposing the DSM Directive into their own laws. In addition, the Spanish law elaborates on the way in which authorizations of this right must be granted to information society service providers.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 19, 2022

As a result, the IT Act’s obligations have precedence over all other laws. Copyright owners, on the other hand, are barred from exercising their copyright law rights. It states that if there is a direct infringement of copyright by intermediaries, the owners of copyright can take legal action against them.

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Nelligan Law

MARCH 21, 2023

Reading Time: < 1 minutes Due dilligence is key Investing in real estate can be a great way to create a new stream of income, but it’s not without its risks. Without proper due diligence, those investing in real estate can face both legal and financial consequences that can quickly counteract any potential gains.

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Olartemoure Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

IP finance can be useful for a wide range of stakeholders, including IP owners, investors, and IP law firms acting as brokers. OlarteMoure as an IP law firms acting as broker, we use IP finance to provide our clients a way to generate revenue. This can provide a way to invest in IP assets while also providing financing to IP owners.

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IP Law 360

APRIL 15, 2022

Broadcom decision, its errata and subsequent case law applying inter partes review estoppel highlight the need for thorough due diligence and precise development of litigation strategy before deciding to enforce or invalidate certain patents, say attorneys at Goldberg Segalla. The Federal Circuit's recent Caltech v.

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43(B)log

OCTOBER 19, 2023

I’ll focus, as usual, on the false advertising bits and ignore the securities law parts. Initially, the court denied the motion to dismiss consumer protection law claims simply because the complaint also alleged violation of state securities laws and consumer protection laws don’t cover securities.

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Olartemoure Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

IP finance can be useful for a wide range of stakeholders, including IP owners, investors, and IP law firms acting as brokers. OlarteMoure, as an IP law firm helping to protect your IP, use IP finance to provide our clients a way to generate revenue. One example of IP finance is IP-based mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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TorrentFreak

JANUARY 8, 2022

The strong message from Irdeto was that such payment processors should be supporting legitimate media organizations by conducting better due diligence and stopping support for pirate streaming services. “If It found that the majority (76%) openly advertised their payment options with Visa, Mastercard and PayPal leading the way.

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JD Supra Law

JANUARY 15, 2025

These challenges often center on intellectual property (IP) risks, licensing considerations, M&A due diligence, and documentation practices. Integrating AI tools into drug discovery introduces a mix of opportunities and challenges for startups and large pharmaceutical companies. By: Fenwick & West LLP

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Michael Geist

JUNE 27, 2024

However, mounting concerns about the inclusion of Criminal Code and Human Rights Act reforms – alongside doubts about enforcement – have sparked fears that the bill could be used to suppress lawful speech with all three opposition parties expressing concern about the bill’s current structure.

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