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Intellectual Asset Literacy: Implementing IP Education Programs
Patent practitioners need to do better in sharing their expertise with senior executives, managers, and other personnel. Business leaders, economists, and the general public are increasingly aware of intellectual assets and their value. However, few people actually possess intellectual asset literacy, let alone a deeper appreciation of the principles, strategies, and challenges surrounding patents and other IP. There is a need for high-quality IP education initiatives within organizations of all sizes.
Most patent attorneys have had call to deliver an Intellectual Property 101 presentation. The presenter distinguishes between patents, trade secrets, trademarks, and copyrights; discusses novelty, subject matter, and patent bars; and maybe throws in a bit about patent procedure or international filing. Some patent and licensing cheerleading and cautionary tales about product clearance and litigation are also common ingredients. The presentation is usually delivered to product developers with the hope that it will inspire them to submit more invention disclosures, increase the IP department's visibility, and maybe discourage them from common errors (inadvertent triggering of patent bars, failing to consider the IP provisions of contracts, knowingly infringing a competitor's patent, etc.). Unfortunately, IP 101 is insufficient to convey the skills and awareness necessary for success in an innovation-driven economy.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
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How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.