By: Alex Simser Telecommunications providers are subject to a panoply of federal regulations and reporting requirements under the Communications Act, including regulation and reporting regarding privacy and security, contributions for the …
Is your automatic renewal clause enforceable?
By: Alex Simser Automatic renewal clauses, or “evergreen clauses,” are a frequent occurrence in contracts of all kinds and are becoming increasingly prevalent as businesses transition from traditional methods of …
Trademark Protection Challenges and Strategies for U.S. Cannabis Businesses
By: Alex Simser In almost every industry, businesses expend significant capital and resources to develop their brand, which, although intangible, is often the most valuable piece of property a business …
Seven Key Steps When Thinking About IP Due Diligence in Corporate Transactions
By: Jim O’Brien, Alex Simser, Stephen Thomas Intellectual Property (IP) assets play an increasingly significant role in corporate transactions — small and large — and the importance of involving IP …
Let Me Be Frank: Protecting IP Rights in Fictional Characters
By: Alex Simser Over the holidays, many of you saw the infamous “Let Me Be Frank” video monologue Kevin Spacey posted on YouTube following the announcement of sexual assault charges …
Yes, They Were Serious: Canadian Company Receives First Enforcement Action Under EU’s New Privacy Law. Does Your Organization Have to Comply?
By: Drew Sorrell & Alexandrea Simser It has been several months now since the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) became effective on May 25, 2018, and, while the …