Trade secret cases often focus on financial damages, injunctions, or criminal penalties. However, a recent federal court decision shows that the consequences can extend far beyond the workplace. In a striking example, a judge revoked the U.S. citizenship of a married...
Intellectual Property
Hundreds of Domains, One Brand: What L’Oréal’s Cybersquatting Win Reveals
As businesses continue to expand their digital presence, domain names have become a critical part of brand identity. However, they have also become a growing source of legal risk. A recent case in which L’Oréal successfully challenged 705 domain names in a single...
No Human, No Copyright: AI Cannot Author Original Work
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how content is created, from artwork and music to written materials and design. As these tools become more sophisticated, a fundamental legal question has emerged: who owns the copyright or is there a copyright? A recent...
Another Buc-ee’s Dispute? What the Latest “Logo Infringement” Case Says About Trademark Law
Just over a year ago, we wrote about Buc-ee’s taking legal action to protect its iconic beaver logo from a North Texas gas station. That case was not an outlier. Buc-ee’s has built a reputation for aggressively enforcing its trademarks, particularly when it comes to...
Another Departing Advisor Tries to Steal Clients, This Time to the Tune of a $765k Penalty
Client relationships are often the most valuable asset a business owns. In industries like financial services, those relationships are built over time through trust, data, and personalized service. We recently shared the story of a former JPMorgan Chase advisor who...
Could You Get in Trouble for User-Generated Content – Even If It’s Educational?
User-generated content has become a cornerstone of modern digital platforms. From social media to educational tools, companies increasingly rely on users to upload and share content at scale. However, a recent $75 million copyright verdict involving Post University...
AI Trade Secrets on Trial: Former Google Engineer Convicted in Historic Espionage Case
Trade secrets are among the most valuable forms of intellectual property a company can possess. Unlike patents or copyrights, which require public disclosure, trade secrets derive their value from remaining confidential. A recent criminal conviction involving a former...
How Domain Name Disputes Can Impact Your Business
Who owns the domain for your company website? Are competitors setting up websites similar (or identical!) to your company website using similar domains? Are you aware of any fraudulent emails being sent to potential employees under your domain? If these issues sound...