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A Comprehensive Look at Data Privacy

LexBlog IP

data privacy : what businesses NEED TO know. Keeping pace with the state of data privacy and data privacy regulations is becoming a pressing responsibility for businesses in the digital age. Data privacy legislation is on the rise, with jurisdictions adopting stricter protective measures on a national and global front.

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Privacy Tip #324 – What Happens to My Health Information When a Hospital Goes Out of Business?

LexBlog IP

Unfortunately for patients of Eastern Ozarks Regional Medical System (Eastern Ozarks), it appears from a complaint filed against it by the Arkansas Attorney General (AG) that it did not properly dispose of medical records when it closed its doors in 2004.

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Laws & Regulations Governing Businesses in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)

LexBlog IP

35 of 2004, the DIFC operates as an independent jurisdiction within the UAE, with its legal and regulatory framework for civil and commercial matters. Strengthened Data Protection and Privacy: The law aligns data protection and privacy regulations with international standards, ensuring the secure handling of sensitive information.

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Publicity Rights Concerning Sports Athletes

IP and Legal Filings

This Act explains the significance of support when it comes to the enrollment of trademarks for the matter of Publicity or Privacy, and The Copyrights Act 1957 [iv] defines word “performer” as an actor, singer, musician, dancer, acrobat and juggler etc. iv] The Copyrights Act, 1957. [v]

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Caddo v. Siemens: Microsoft Settlement Covers Downstream Use and No Jurisdiction Over Foreign Parent

Patently-O

In defending its actions, Siemens argued that the Microsoft.NET license provided a complete shield. License is an affirmative defense to patent infringement and so the defendant typically has the burden of presenting and proving the elements. On appeal, the Federal Circuit affirmed. The case arose in N.D. 3d 809 (7th Cir.

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Growth of Virtual Youtubers and IP Complications

IIPRD

The issues pertaining to the rights of VTubers encompass rights to the design of the character, the privacy of the individual, licensing and taking inspiration from an existing character. This instance brings out certain questions when will the work be considered as commissioned, contract for service or implied license?

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IP as Collateral

IIPRD

A short-form trademark security agreement which avoids the disclosure of terms of the loan is also recommended while filing documents in the USPTO to protect the privacy of the debtor. The registration at USPTO is required to protect the creditor from bona fide purchasers and mortgages. Patent as Collateral in the US. bn USD by Nokia.

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