Selecting Business Names and Intellectual Property Law

An information technology & intellectual property lawyer steps through some common provisions of software license agreements and software development contracts. Includes explanations of the purpose and effect of particular clauses in software and technology contracts.

Protecting Your Intellectual Property (IP)

Intellectual Property (IP), in the literal sense, refers to the property of one’s intellect or mind. In terms of business, it is defined as one’s proprietary knowledge.

5 Ways to Protect Your Idea-for Less than $30

Every day thousand upon thousands of ordinary people become inventors. They devise new ideas, improve old ones, and enhance the world around them. But they all have one thing in common. The vast majority will never act on their idea because they can not afford the cost for a Utility patent. When you consider that the average cost for a strong Utility patent is around $5,000 it is no wonder.

Intellectual-Property - We Should Know The Scope And Nature

The scope and nature of Intellectual property has expanded. Software and database need protection. Laws vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. WTO and TRIPS enabled laws to harmonise the situation.

PPC Ads Face A New Trademark Limitation

A federal court ruled last week that it is not only a trademark violation any longer to use another company’s trademark to deceive search engine users in the paid ad headline. The court has further ruled, that you can not purchase a trademark as a keyword to bring up your paid listing on Google, Yahoo, MSN and other search engines.

Domain Names - A Market of Great and Growing Importance

The sale of domain names generated $29 million in 2005, with increasing numbers each year after that. Domain names transactions involve large amounts money, and the market for them is quickly becoming one of the most important in the new century. Domain name arbitration is not the only way to ensure that URL's go to whom they should.

Jump on Your Intellectual Property Rights

If you are a startup business looking for financing, you should already have (1) acquired your IP rights (patents, trademarks, and copyrights) and (2) cleared your business of any IP infringement. Investors and competitors respect the value of patent and trademarks and applications for them. Investors should not invest in a startup, unless they are assured that its product or service is not infringing another's IP rights.

Patents For Inventors - Your Questions Answered

Are you confused about what a patent is and whether you should get one? This is primer for beginning inventors that answers your most commonly asked questions. Questions include what is a patent, what is patent pending, what protection does a patent provide, should you keep your invention secret, and more. A must-read for inventors at all experience levels.

How You Can Avoid Becoming A Victim Of Identity Theft

To reduce or minimize the risk of becoming a victim of identity theft or fraud, there are some basic steps you can take. The most important one is to ask periodically for a copy of your credit repor...

Identity Theft Shield

We live in an information-oriented society. Technology allows us to do business and make transactions literally in a matter of seconds. This abundance of information has given rise to a new crime - i...

Identity Theft Offline -- So Many Possibilities

People are too careless when giving away information about themselves, both online and offline. Much cautioned about identity theft and phishing in the Internet, we tend to relax when speaking in person and often reveal information potentially valuable for identity thieves.

How To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft

Identity theft is America's fastest-growing crime. Protect yourself with these tips and you'll have a much better chance avoiding it.

Learn The Truth About Identity Theft

Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America, according to a recently released FTC study. Did you know that the term “identity theft” did not exist until just a few years ago? It is a recent phenomenon that is causing a great furor around the world. The pace of this danger is quickening. Many of the largest data collection companies and banks have experienced substantial fraud issues affecting millions of Americans. The IRS recently admitted that their complex and detailed financial records are not protected well enough at all. The fact of the matter is that we are all at risk for identity fraud and there is little that we can do about it.

Identity Theft - How Can You Prevent It Happening to You?

What are the things any one can do to prevent identity theft from happening to them?