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Does Your Proprietary Software Contain Open Source ‘Copyleft’ Code?
[Detroit, MI] In this episode of Tech Law Radio, Open Source Licensing Attorney Russel Gelvin talks about the importance of doing a software source code audit. If your proprietary code contains open source code, you may be violating a copyleft license if you do not allow distribution for free Interview Highlights: Every single piece of software […]
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Consumer Packaged Goods and Trademark Law
Consumer Packaged Goods (“CPG”) are products that are sold quickly and at a relatively low cost, including food and beverages; beauty and personal care; and household products. Products within the CPG category are often defined by their marketing and “brand” presence, with the ultimate goal of creating strong brand equity. Brands necessarily start with a […]
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Influencer Attorney Insights: Social Media Advertising Presents Legal Issues for Influencers, Advertisers and Managers
Legal Issues Facing Brand Owners and Influencers Whether you are a social media influencer, an advertiser looking to hire a social media star to sponsor or advertise your brand, agencies representing influencers or a software platform provider helping measure social media and influencer success, you need a technology attorney who understands the unique issues presented […]
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Traverse Legal Wins Summary Judgment on ACPA Cybersquatting Claim
After a two year legal battle, Traverse Legal has won summary judgment for an Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act (“ACPA”) claim on behalf of Palace Resorts. The Southern District of Florida found that Palace Resorts had carried its burden and was entitled to a judgment as a matter of law. To succeed on a summary judgment […]
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Class Action Against Intel alleging a defect in Intel’s x86-64x CPU
If you have a computer which includes the Intel’s x86-64x CPU and are interested in (a) learning more or (b) being included in a class action against Intel, contact us today. We have consumer class action attorneys standing by to assist and help you understand your legal rights. ‘Plaintiffs’ ‘ class action against defendant Intel […]
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The Importance of Industry Standards to the Drone Market
As drone services market continues to evolve, market success stories are becoming more common. The number of drone pilots complying with the Part 107 regulations, including waivers and authorizations, increases every day. Professional grade drone contracts, UAV Operating Manuals and websites which give customers confidence are important assets being leveraged by the industry. Professionalism within […]
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Responding to a Litigation Subpoena: Technology Attorney Tips
Has your technology, web or internet company received a subpoena from an attorney? In this episode, litigation attorney Enrico Schaefer explains how to respond to a third party deposition and/or document production subpoena. This is attorney Enrico Schaefer. Today on the Traverse Legal Podcast we are going to be talking a little bit about litigation […]
Read MoreNon-Compete Trends
Non-Compete Agreements that would also include non-solicitation agreements and trade secret protections have become part of the territory in employment and trade secret law for the past two decades or so as an aid to employers to protect sensitive information, investment in employee training and customer relationships, but what are the trends now that non-compete […]
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Legal Checklist for Startups and Founders
Whether a first time startup, repeat founder onto the next venture or an operational business trying to get your “legal house” in order, a simple legal checklist is always helpful. There are lots of samples available, but here is a practical one that can help guide you, and your lawyer, as you begin and hopefully […]
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Local Municipal Approvals for Your Cannabis Business
Local Municipal Approvals for Your Cannabis Business Local municipal approval of your proposed marijuana business may be one of the most difficult hurdles you face in launching your cannabis based business. Simply because your state has approved the cultivation and sale of either medical or recreational marijuana does not guarantee you can locate close to […]
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