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Ownership of an intangible asset

Wednesday, May 21, 2008 by Roger A. Jackson

Who really owns the idea anyway, prior to any formal protection (patent, trademark, copyright, etc.) or informal such as trade secret which is not available because the idea has been publically disclosed, think of the Facebook case, as is typical there are no witten agreements between the parties. The law does not really have a clear avenue for these issues, could ownership be parallel to real or personal property, i.e. possession=ownership absent any clear ownership... Read More

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Topic: Intellectual Property

The Patenting Process

Thursday, May 8, 2008 by Michael L. Wise

Not surprisingly, most people are not aware of what goes into obtaining a patent. The following paragraphs describe the typical tasks involved in obtaining a patent in the U.S.

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Topic: Intellectual Property

The Problem with Provisional Patent Applications

Wednesday, May 7, 2008 by Michael L. Wise

The pros and cons of provisional patent applications are briefly discussed. In many cases, a provisional patent application will not be useful to an inventor seeking a U.S. Patent.... Read More

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Topic: Intellectual Property

REASONABLE STEPS TO PRESERVE THE SECRECY OF A TRADE SECRET

Monday, May 7, 2007 by Michael I. Santucci

1. Proposing written confidentiality agreements to anyone other than the client who views, reviews or accesses the trade secret either separately, or as part of a standard presentation package or business plan.
2. Actually obtaining signatures on confidentiality agreements of anyone other than the client who views, reviews or accesses the trade secret.
3. Obtaining a written acknowledgement, agreement or consent not to disclose or use trade secrets and keep confidential.
4.... Read More

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Topic: Intellectual Property

New! Law Blogs on Lawyers.com

Wednesday, January 31, 2007 by Alex Chanlon

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No doubt you already know that Lawyers.com is the #1 online consumer lawyer directory, and for good reason.� Our lawyer and law firm profiles are the most comprehensive and accurate source... Read More

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Topic: Intellectual Property

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