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First Sale Doctrine Gets Multiple Views in Ninth Circuit
Recently, there has been a spate of Ninth Circuit rulings on the first sale doctrine ' all of which have implications for the entertainment industry ' from application of '109(a) to computer software buyers, to imported goods, and to promotional CDs that record companies send to disc jockeys and music critics.
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The 25% Rule Is 100% Out Under Federal Circuit's Uniloc Decision
In a case with practical implications for all patent litigants, the Federal Circuit recently rejected the use of the 25% rule to establish a baseline royalty rate to determine patent infringement damages.
Seeking Disability After Losing a Medical License
If a doctor carried disability insurance and can show that the malpractice that led to the loss of his or her license resulted from a mental or physical impairment, he or she may be able to collect payments from the insurer.
Privacy Policies and Data Collection
The conflict between marketers' targeted use of personally identifiable information and respect for consumers' personal privacy will be at the forefront of regulatory efforts this year.
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Ex-Parte Interviews
Continuing last month's discussion of the appellate decisions in two cases concerned with the propriety of <i>ex-parte</i> physician interviews in the context of medical malpractice litigations.
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The Perils of Naked Licensing
A recent Ninth Circuit decision involving a not-for-profit entity dedicated to "freecycling" (<i>i.e.</i>, a recycling practice of finding new uses for unwanted items) serves as a reminder to trademark owners about the pitfalls of failing to exercise sufficient quality control over licensees.
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