LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

These amendments target the Unfair Contract Terms (UCT) provisions of the ACL, strengthening the rights of consumers while imposing stricter requirements on businesses using Standard Form [.]

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IP Law 360

JULY 18, 2023

A New York bankruptcy court’s recent ruling in Vice Media’s Chapter 11 case is likely to have implications for other cases involving the assignment of contracts by corporate entities, and may signal that Showtime will still face an uphill battle in trying to prove that its contract constituted personal services, says Debra Dandeneau at Baker McKenzie. (..)

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Plagiarism Today

JULY 12, 2021

However, this means that we can’t dismiss the role of parents and family in contract cheating and that this may be an area calling for greater outreach. However, the anonymous author of this story was able to make some fairly decent money through contract cheating. 4: The Money. Bottom Line.

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Olartemoure Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This marks a milestone in the music industry, as it is the first time that a record label has signed a contract involving this type of characters, raising legal questions that have not yet been resolved by copyright law. La entrada Warner Music signs contract with digital character se publicó primero en OlarteMoure | Intellectual Property.

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Nelligan Law

APRIL 29, 2022

Reading Time: 2 minutes What is Frustration of Contract? Contract frustration occurs when a contractual obligation can no longer be performed, with no fault to either party. This occurs when a situation arises, causing the contract’s performance to become “a thing radically different from that which was undertaken by the contract”.

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JD Supra Law

OCTOBER 18, 2023

If a company contracts to acquire software which it then licenses to a third party as a component of a lucrative service package, did it “sell” the software? In Value Health Solutions, Inc. Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc., Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc., By: Fox Rothschild LLP

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Contracts are the Superheroes of Disputes and the Wallflowers of Harmony Imagine attending a lavish party where everyone is in high spirits, dancing, laughing, and enjoying the moment. In a corner, almost unnoticed, is a well-dressed person, silent and observant.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

MARCH 29, 2021

Smart contracts are often mentioned in blockchain-themed patent applications and recited in claims. However, Examiners without a thorough understanding of this concept or unfamiliar with blockchain technology often equate smart contracts with legal or commercial contracts stored on blockchains. The Situation. Kappas , 561, U.S.

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JD Supra Law

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

a former University of Florida Gator and current Chicago Bear, filed a lawsuit aimed at invalidating an NIL contract that he signed during his junior year at the University of Florida. The contract in question exemplifies the very concerns that advocates for increased oversight and. On September 1, 2023, Gervon Dexter Sr.,

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Olartemoure Blog

JULY 14, 2023

The farmer sent a thumbs-up emoji in response to a photograph of a flax-buying contract sent to him in 2021. The farmer never sent the product, causing a dispute over the acceptance of the terms of the contract. La entrada You can now sign contracts using emojis se publicó primero en OlarteMoure | Intellectual Property.

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IP Law 360

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Traditional considerations in technology deals are often inadequate for governing artificial intelligence use, which means lawyers should revisit and reimagine existing terms across the full spectrum of relevant contracts, ranging from procurement agreements and data licenses to customer agreements, say Marina Aronchik and Samuel Hartman at Mayer Brown. (..)

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Ping® by Adlerlaw Reminder: NYC Requires Written Contracts For Freelance Workers New York City’s Freelance Isn’t Free Act defines freelance workers as any individual hired or retained as an independent contractor by a hiring party to provide services for compensation.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

It also dismissed related misappropriation of trade secret claims, leaving breach of contract as the only potential recourse at trial for the allegedly copied code. Read more

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IP Law 360

JUNE 2, 2023

The Eighth Circuit has backed a lower court's decision to toss a contract breach suit against medical device manufacturer LivaNova over the development of a heart valve therapy, arguing that the device maker was not obligated to keep the project going after LivaNova took ownership of the project in a 2017 acquisition.

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JD Supra Law

MAY 23, 2023

Following is an overview of some different types of technology contracts, how such contracts are often used in practice, and some of the supplementary documents used alongside such contracts. By: Venable LLP

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

a former University of Florida Gator and current Chicago Bear, filed a lawsuit aimed at invalidating an NIL contract that he signed during his junior year at the University of Florida. ” The initial term commenced upon contract signing and concluded with Dexter’s ineligibility under NCAA rules.

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Herbert Smith Freehills

MARCH 17, 2023

In our annual contract law update we consider a number of interesting contract law cases from 2022 which highlighted key points for those involved in drafting or managing contracts. The cases we have chosen deal with formation, exclusion and limitation clauses, good faith, unexpected events and termination.

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IP.com

JUNE 14, 2021

Rochester, NY – June 14, 2021 – IP.com, a global leader in intellectual property intelligence and innovation solutions, has renewed its multi-year contract to provide InnovationQ Plus®, its IP search. The post IP.com Announces Contract Renewal with USPTO appeared first on IP.com - IP Innovation and Analytics.

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JD Supra Law

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit concluded that the Contract Disputes Act (CDA) “impliedly forbids” federal contractors from bringing most trade secret misappropriation claims against federal agencies in district court.

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Barry Sookman

MAY 14, 2023

Mike and I spoke on the topic of Contracting for tech under the AI provisions of CPPA, AIDA and Law 25. We stressed the importance of including present and future AI regulatory issues in the tech contracting process. The AI summit was attended by over 1,000 McCarthy Clients eager to hear about AI legal and regulation issues.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Still, it seems troublesome because it ignores that some contract was formed at point of purchase, and those terms should be relevant to governing the device and possibly whether or not the service TOS is an amendment, a conflicting contract, or something else. BONUS: Additional contracts links from the past six months.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Electronic contracts, or “E-contracts,” in the present economy became ubiquitous due to the rapid development of the internet. Meaning Of An E-Contract. E-contracts are agreements made electronically instead of physical meetings between the parties involved in the transaction. Image Source: Shutterstock].

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Patently-O

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The appellate court sided with Google, holding that the Copyright Act preempts a breach-of-contract claim because it is “equivalent to … exclusive rights within the general scope of copyright,” 17 U.S.C. § Other circuits have held that similar contracts are not preempted by the Copyright Act.

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IP Law 360

OCTOBER 21, 2022

The Federal Trade Commission's focus on deceptive social media ads and lax disclosure rules will change how companies collaborate with influencers — so contracts need to call out expectations and set parameters so that both sides comply with the proposed revisions to the FTC's endorsement guides, say Diego Gutiérrez and Steven Winters at Lane Powell. (..)

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

APRIL 16, 2022

The court confirms that to ensure enforceability, consumers should (1) check the box and (2) be advised that checking the box will indicate assent to contract terms. These basic principles “apply with equal force to contracts formed online.” Forming online contracts is not rocket science. Freedom Financial Network, LLC.

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Cogency Global

JULY 13, 2023

What this means : You should never underestimate the need for diligent practices in contract drafting, especially regarding arbitration clauses and notification processes.

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IP Law 360

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Apple forced its employees to sign unlawful contracts in order to stifle competition and punish employees from leaving the company, startup Rivos Inc. told a California federal court, marking the latest chapter in the trade secrets fight between the two companies

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Chicago IP

JANUARY 7, 2022

12(b)(6) motion to partially dismiss counterclaim plaintiff’s (“Kolbe”) breach of contract claim in this trade secret misappropriation case. Kolbe also failed to sufficiently plead an oral contract. Judge Kendall granted in part counterclaim plaintiff CZS Holdings’ (“Pur360”) Fed.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 11, 2023

Another 3k+ word post about the jurisprudential chaos in online contract formation law. But ultimately, the onus is on Disney to create a contract formation process so conspicuous that a court can’t reach decisions like this. ” * Doe v. Facebook, Inc., 2023 WL 3483891 (S.D. May 16, 2023).

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 23, 2023

Appleberry co-wrote an article titled “Contracting Essentials for All Physicians, Especially Residents and Fellows” This article will appear in the Legal Summary section of the August 2023 Allegheny County Medical Society (ACMS) Bulletin. It is necessary to take the time to carefully review and negotiate your physician contract.

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IP Law 360

OCTOBER 24, 2023

An Arizona manufacturer of engine components and fuel systems for outdoor tools and recreational vehicles sued global automotive parts manufacturer First Brands Group and several affiliates in Delaware's Court of Chancery late Monday, seeking to prevent harm to its brand "through ongoing breaches of contract and tort."

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 25, 2023

While performing a government contract, it is common for the contractor to make one or more inventions. Due to the nature of the work, invention-making occurs most frequently in research and development (R&D) contracts but can also happen in any contract under which the Government acquires products or services.

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IP Law 360

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

A Delaware federal judge on Wednesday agreed to hand Mylan a win on a breach of contract claim from Takeda Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. over its gout drug Colcrys, agreeing with Mylan's interpretation of an earlier settlement agreement.

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Art Law Journal

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

What questions should you be asking in contract negotiation, and what provisions should you be reviewing? Not every item must be in the contract, but it will be too late to add anything to make the loss as comprehensive as possible once you sign. Is the contract for my whole series or just specific pieces? Making Your Checklist.

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IP Law 360

JULY 8, 2022

A Georgia judge said a marketing organization can't enforce non-solicitation agreements in its contracts with two independent insurance agents whom it has sued for alleged trade secrets violations, saying the clause is unenforceable under Georgia law.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 16, 2023

Thanks to the efforts of City Brewing and Wisconsin Brewing Company, the Department of Revenue issued a declaratory ruling that approved contract production (through Alternating Proprietorships, or straight contract) between distilleries (and by extension and our reading of the statute, wineries too).

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IP Law 360

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

told a Washington federal judge Monday it has resolved contract breach claims against Stanford University, which it accused of secretly duplicating a potential opioid addiction treatment based on research funded by the tribe and applying for a provisional patent. The Tulalip Tribal Federal Corp.

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