LexBlog IP

JUNE 6, 2023

A trademark license may seem straightforward. Since a license is like any other contract, the licensor can add any number of conditions to the agreement, right? How does a license differ from a franchise? For a franchise, the franchisor is typically providing more than just a trademark, such as a business model and support.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Software powers a wide array of business functions, from simple applications, such as email and word processing, to more complex applications, such as automating web-based product sales and powering intricate server systems. READ THE ARTICLE IN THE LICENSING JOURNAL HERE. Companies routinely purchase and update computer software.

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Olartemoure Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

Intellectual property (IP) is an increasingly important asset for businesses in today’s knowledge-based economy. For IP owners, IP finance can provide a way to generate revenue from their IP assets without having to sell or license them outright. One example of IP finance is IP-based mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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Olartemoure Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Intellectual property (IP) is an increasingly important asset for businesses in today’s knowledge-based economy. For IP owners, IP finance can provide a way to generate revenue from their IP assets without having to sell or license them outright. such as in the ASIA IN program.

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Navigating these challenges in the proper way will be key to the selection of the appropriate business model for the exploitation and commercialization of the algorithms (e.g. licensing, assignment, JVs, cooperation and co-development etc.)

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 7, 2024

This week we are pleased to have a guest post by Robinson+Cole Business Transaction Group lawyer Tiange (Tim) Chen. Licensing Regime. The EO authorizes the Justice Department to grant specific (entity or person-specific transaction) and general (that cover broad classes of transactions) licenses for U.S.

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GDB Firm Blog

MARCH 11, 2019

Everyone is talking about marijuana businesses. Filing a SAR on bank customers in the marijuana business is a well-known issue. What if your mortgage borrower rents space to a state-licensed marijuana facility? What if your mortgage borrower rents space to a state-licensed marijuana facility? Today's take away?

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Intepat

JUNE 22, 2023

Commercialization Through Franchising Franchising is essentially a subset of licensing whereby the owner of an intellectual property grants the franchisee to replicate the entire business concept in a different location. The strategy varies greatly on the basis of different kinds of businesses, different business philosophies, etc.

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Trademark and Copyright Law Blog

APRIL 13, 2021

Trademarks form a key asset in many business transactions, but overlooking important details and traps for the unwary can lead to unintended consequences. Due diligence for mergers and acquisitions. Due diligence for mergers and acquisitions. Co-branding agreements. Bankruptcy.

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Patently-O

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The case now before the Supreme Court arose when Sherman Nealy’s collaborator licensed their co-created songs without Nealy’s permission (while Nealy was incarcerated). Nealy sued many years later in 2018 upon learning of the unauthorized licenses in 2016.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 11, 2021

While the photographer had granted the architect of the pictured building a license for use on the architect’s website, this license did not include a right for usage on social media platforms or sub-licensing. Background In the Hamburg case (case No. 3(1) of the Copyright Directive ).

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Protection & enforcement Infringement & risk management – Think about your potential virtual opportunities and get on the front foot by making sure your trade mark protection covers both real and virtual uses, and considering whether any existing and future licensing agreements need to address third party use in the virtual world.

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Traverse Legal Blog

MAY 1, 2022

Due Diligence for Security Interests in Trademarks. When performing due diligence (related to financing, including a line of credit, M&A or otherwise) on a debtor, a trademark attorney will typically be provided a list (typically called a Schedule) of trademark registrations. Article updated May 2022.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Navigating these challenges in the proper way will be key to the selection of the appropriate business model for the exploitation and commercialization of the algorithms (e.g. licensing, assignment, JVs, cooperation and co-development etc.)

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 29, 2023

Session 1: Capital Raise & Due Diligence Preparations (Sept 8) Learn about corporate governance, intellectual property rights, and best practices for organizing a data room. Meet the Presenters David Pierce : David specializes in helping high-growth SaaS companies navigate business lifecycle challenges. Registration is free.

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Traverse Legal Blog

MARCH 8, 2022

In this video, we will also examine the legal strategies each project got right on trademark registration and copyright licensing. Your NFT drop will license your copyright-protected digital asset (i.e., What Rights Are Licensed To Purchasers Buying NFTS? When you buy the Bored Ape NFT, you receive a license to the image.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 13, 2022

If so, you should consider the caveats and points highlighted in this brief article before finalizing your license or purchase. This article highlights for you a handful of issues that should be considered when conducting due diligence prior to the purchase or license of costly new software. Existence of prior licenses.

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Intepat

JUNE 19, 2023

Further, such sale may also conflict with the existing licensing agreements with regard to the concerned intellectual property, should there be any. Conducting Due Diligence – Conducting due diligence with regard to the intellectual property to be assigned reveals assets and liabilities attached to it and aids in crystallizing its value.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 4, 2022

Common forms of Intellectual Property for businesses. Investors and Due Diligence.thegem-template-wrapper.wpb_wrapper.thegem-custom-6223477ae46604440{display: flex ! Common forms of Intellectual Property for businesses. There are a number of different types of intellectual property that businesses can protect.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

In the fast-paced world where artificial intelligence (AI) is not just a buzzword but a significant part of our daily business operations, there’s a heated debate unfolding. Licensing agreements, fair compensation, and mutual respect for craft and code could be the keys to unlocking a harmonious scenario.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Open Source material may seem safe and easy, but it has its licenses and restrictions. It’s not just about avoiding legal pitfalls; it is also about making informed decisions that can impact the growth and credibility of your business. Licenses also play a pivotal role in this context. The post Don’t Get Sued!

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Traverse Legal Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Open Source material may seem safe and easy, but it has its licenses and restrictions. It’s not just about avoiding legal pitfalls; it is also about making informed decisions that can impact the growth and credibility of your business. Licenses also play a pivotal role in this context. The post Don’t Get Sued!

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LexBlog IP

MAY 12, 2023

Guest Post By Leena Chitnis, Founder & CEO, Timberdog ® In today’s fast-paced business environment, intellectual property (IP) has become an invaluable asset for emerging companies. IP refers to the legal rights that are granted to individuals or businesses for their inventions, creations, and innovations.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 21, 2023

The promotional tie-ins are everywhere, and I’ve spotted creative integrated brand promotions and licensed product collaborations in some unexpected spaces. These strategic partnerships take significant collaboration between cross-functional business and legal teams. Warner Bros. I’m sure you have too.

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GDB Firm Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

DFS can't directly regulate your vendors, but they can do so indirectly by telling banks, insurance companies and everyone else DFS licenses, charters, permits or regulates who they can, and can not, do business with. provides a compliance road map. Today's Take Away?

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Patent Trademark Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Although the new patent attorney should be a lawyer licensed to practice law under a particular state, any registered patent attorney from any state can represent you. The pandemic has dramatically changed the way business people meet and share ideas. Can you talk to someone of the team if the patent lawyer is busy?

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

JULY 14, 2023

Facilitate effective collective licensing of rights, including where possible, through extended collective licensing systems. GLAM, in jurisdictions where digitized copies are copyrightable, should attempt to negotiate the necessary licenses with the initial rights holders to allow exploitation of these images by the public.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 27, 2023

As the plaintiff had provided the court with invoices for granting licenses in similar cases, amounting to EUR 4,662.00, EUR 4,361.00 and EUR 4,450.00, the court calculated an average of EUR 4,450.00 to be a reasonable licence fee.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 26, 2023

If you’re using an online logo generator, such as the one in Canva, a very popular online program for creating all kinds of visual projects, or Logo.com, you need to look at the license terms of the software. Canva and other logo generators are licensing the use of their product and the generated logos in it to you.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

a university) but licensed to an entity to obtain FDA approval. In the latter case, the procedures may need to be enforceable via specific terms provided in a patent license or joint venture agreement. If you would like to discuss the Notice and how it might affect your business, please let us know. We will be happy to advise.

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IP and Legal Filings

MAY 5, 2022

There are so many different ISO standards out there; it can sometimes be difficult to understand which ones are best suited for your business. The clauses of the ISO 9001:2015 standard address almost every aspect of business, so implemented effectively it streamlines all of your business processes. Business efficiency.

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 9, 2022

With no hidden atrocities the labor intended to be associated with the innovation should be given their due diligence and the public can to emanate from the same. The New York Times was not allowed legally to license the works of the journalists who were in the newspaper on a freelance basis.

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TorrentFreak

OCTOBER 1, 2022

If these companies can’t be convinced to commit business resources to the piracy war voluntarily, lawsuits and mandatory conscription can lie ahead. Image Credit: Jimmy Nilsson Masth ( Unsplash License ). This new commercial reality isn’t just spreading, it has global aspirations.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 28, 2022

Trade mark ownership is an important consideration for any business. Ensuring that a business holds all rights to enable it to make full use of its trade mark should be front of mind in any branding consideration. This is particularly important if the trade mark contains graphic elements or is part of the business’ get up.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

The International Business Machine (IBM) company was granted almost 4000 patents in 2017 for AI related advancements which included blockchains. It can comprise of when a trademark was applied for first, registered or used in trade, when was a design/patent first licensed or assigned and so on.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

The International Business Machine (IBM) company was granted almost 4000 patents in 2017 for AI related advancements which included blockchains. It can comprise of when a trademark was applied for first, registered or used in trade, when was a design/patent first licensed or assigned and so on.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

The International Business Machine (IBM) company was granted almost 4000 patents in 2017 for AI related advancements which included blockchains. It can comprise of when a trademark was applied for first, registered or used in trade, when was a design/patent first licensed or assigned and so on.

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