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Licensing agreements allow businesses to expand their offerings and reach in the market. However, they – like all business contracts – can trigger legal disputes when parties contest them or require court action to enforce them. If you wish to avoid these situations,...
Businesses spend massive resources in design, manufacturing and advertising to develop logos and packaging that make their product distinctive. While there may be infinite possibilities for how parties do this, there are situations in which one company's design is...
When you’re running a business, legal issues are the last thing you want to deal with. Unfortunately, sometimes they are unavoidable. Imagine getting a letter from an intellectual property owner (IP owner) that says your product infringes a patent, your trademark is...
Jumi Kassim will be speaking on software patentability at the Mitchell Hamline School of Law IP Institute Annual Symposium. The topics at this year's event center around the theme "Exploring the Boundaries of Statutory Subject Matter Under the AIA." They are also...
We often discuss the importance of proactively protecting intellectual property on this blog. For instance, conducting thorough research into a product design or name before going to market can be an easy way to prevent costly legal battles over trademarks and...
Artistic works are more accessible than ever before. Individuals can share their creations across the world in a single upload to social media. Having this platform can launch an artist's career, but it also leaves them vulnerable to copyright disputes regarding...
Studies show that people spend an average of over two hours every day on social media sites. With that engagement comes the enormous potential for reaching users. This is where social media influencers come in and why they can be a valuable component of a business'...
The first day of a new year marks a new beginning and new opportunities. And it is not just a time to make resolutions; it is also a time when copyrighted materials from decades ago enter the public domain. Suppose you are the owner of a copyright or are interested in...
Business owners across Minnesota have been struggling with an uncertain business landscape. Financial constraints, employee safety and health regulations that change all the time can put an incredible strain on owners. With so much to think about, it can be easy to...
Discussions between businesses involving acquisition are highly sensitive. There can be vast sums of money involved, and the future of both entities rests on the outcome of these conversations. Thus, they must be open, honest and protected. However, situations can...