FTC FINAL Rule on Non-competes
FTC Final Rule on Non-Competes.
A non-compete by any other name….that prohibits, penalizes, or functions to prevent a worker from seeking or accepting work or operating a business, may soon be a thing of the past in the US.
The Supreme Court Addresses Scienter Under The False Claims Act
The Supreme Court found that liability under the False Claims Act (FCA) turns on the subjective belief of the defendant at the time the claim is submitted and not the objective reasonableness of the defendant’s actions.
The Supremes Weigh In on Fair Use
The saying goes that all art is derivative. Warhol v Goldsmith may factor into copyright evaluations of infringement vs fair use for many years to come.
Physician Employment Agreements - New Practitioners
Physician Employment Agreements for New Practitioners. Five things every physician should consider.
What is a Trademark?
What is a trademark?
A trademark is a symbol of your identity in the marketplace and acts as source identifiers for consumers. Trademarks include word marks, design marks, sound marks, color marks, and trade dress.
Who Will Own The Future? Intellectual Property in The Time of AI
In a world of work product generated by artificial intelligence (AI) or containing elements generated by AI, who can claim ownership of that work product?
The Value of an Outside General Counsel for Your Business
There are many reasons a business hires outside general counsel.
SWiM, SWaM, SWuM - Risks to Your SWaM Status
Common corporate provisions could put your certification in jeopardy. Evaluate a potential risk to your certification as a Small, Women-Owned, or Minority-Owned Business.
The Federal Trademark Application Process
The trademark application process in the US involves several steps. Here we discuss the process utilized at Church Legal.