How Advances in Technology Are Affecting the Rights of Authors and Their Publishers

The shift from traditional print media to digital dissemination of printed publications, such as books and periodicals, is inevitable and should not be feared. This technological advance brings exciting new revenue opportunities…

Cervantes: What Impact Does the 9th Circuit’s Decision Have on Government Contractor Liability?

The Ninth Circuit, however, strongly disagreed, calling the government’s position “so off the mark as to be embarrassing,” and labeling its assertion of the defense a “lapse” in the government’s obligation. On…

Coming to America: The Madrid Protocol

Where can you file one trademark application in multiple countries, in English, in one office, with one fee, resulting in one registration to administer? Not in the United States. Not yet anyway.…

Planning for a Chapter 11 Reorganization

Celebrities Sue Over Unauthorized Use of Identity

A right of publicity is the right to control the commercial value of your name, likeness, voice, signature, or other personal identifying traits that are unique to you. The right of publicity…

Protect Your Product Design Using Both Patents and Trademarks

Business owners with existing product designs or contemplating new product ventures should consider shielding their investments with dual intellectual property protection. Product design has a tremendous influence upon consumer product choice. A…

Intellectual Property: Protecting Creative Expression: Computer-Program Copyright

San Diego’s economy is outpacing the nation’s economy as a whole, and continued growth is predicted. A recent economic report by the city of San Diego cites a diversity of industries as…

A Perfect Domain Name Is Within a Business’s Reach

Oh, The Domain Pain Of It All. You have the next great product or service. You have a great trademark or tradename. You have the drive, the ambition, and the financial backing…

Never Underestimate Power of a Writ of Attachment

In both good economic times and bad, financial institutions are forced to deal with customers who borrow money and fail to pay it back. Though a common problem, it is surprising how…

Is Your Employment Arbitration Agreement Enforceable?

For several years, employers have raised concern over the cost and management disruption caused by employment-related claims and litigation. As a result, many companies have implemented alternative dispute resolution programs, many of…