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If you were to ask Steve Jobs what he thought of intellectual property shortly after the Android was released (a move he felt was ‘theft’ of the iPhone concept), you might get a different opinion from him than you would […]
Recently, equipment manufacturing company Caterpillar was forced to pay $73.6 million in damages to Miller UK Limited as a result of misappropriating trade secrets. The secrets, which Caterpillar took from Miller UK Limited, revolved around the use of a coupler […]
When a lawsuit is initiated, there are a number of issues that need to be considered. One potential problem that may arise is when the parties are located in different jurisdictions, states or even countries. When location becomes a […]
One of the current trends in the employment industry is the use of contract labor. Usually, a business will contract employees through a temporary staffing agency to fill the company’s needs, whether it is for a short time frame or […]
When an individual is selling a piece of property, there are a number of factors that need to be considered. One element that most people overlook but should be taken into account is when there is a dispute with a […]
Once a house or building is sold, there are a number of factors that need to be taken into account to complete the transaction. One element that needs to be considered is how the realtor will be paid for their […]
One issue with false advertising, is that should a consumer or competitor dislike what you are advertising, and have a case for false advertising, the ensuing litigation or settlements can be far more costly than the ad campaign. A recent […]
There are several factors that need to be considered when purchasing or selling a piece of property. Among the elements that a business or individual needs to ponder are the asking price, how much they want to accept as a […]
When initiating or defending oneself in a lawsuit, there are many different factors that must be considered. One of the most important factors when discussing a case with a potential attorney is how much information to provide the lawyer concerning […]
Recently, a major lawsuit between sugar companies and corn refiners was settled during the middle of trial. The case, which revolved around an ad campaign regarding high fructose corn syrup, was brought by a number of sugar refiners. The sugar […]