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Is Patent Marking an Issue?
Most patent holders have in their portfolios patents that include different types of claims. Examples include: method claims, apparatus claims, system claims, means-for claims and, in some cases, product-by-process claims. When choosing which claims to assert against an infringer, the traditional thought is “more is better.” That is, many choose to assert any and every claim that passes the Rule 11 test. While this strategy is understandable and often the best course of action, it might not yield the best damages result.
Depending on the damages theory of the litigation, it might be prudent to take an extra minute or two to discuss the possibility of asserting only method claims. If both apparatus and method claims are initially asserted, the decision should be revisited at various points in the litigation. Doing so may actually extend the damages period and enhance any damages award. This is especially true when questions related to patent marking exist with respect to the asserted apparatus claims.
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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Risks of “Baseball Arbitration” in Resolving Real Estate Disputes
“Baseball arbitration” refers to the process used in Major League Baseball in which if an eligible player's representative and the club ownership cannot reach a compensation agreement through negotiation, each party enters a final submission and during a formal hearing each side — player and management — presents its case and then the designated panel of arbitrators chooses one of the salary bids with no other result being allowed. This method has become increasingly popular even beyond the sport of baseball.
One Overlooked Element of Executive Safety: Data Privacy
Executives have access to some of the company's most sensitive information, and they're increasingly being targeted by hackers looking to steal company secrets or to perpetrate cybercrimes.