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March issue in PDF format
February 28, 2011
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IP News
February 28, 2011
Highlights of the latest intelletual property news from around the country.
First Sale Doctrine Gets Multiple Views in Ninth Circuit
February 28, 2011
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.
The 25% Rule Is 100% Out Under Federal Circuit's Uniloc Decision
February 28, 2011
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.
Privacy Policies and Data Collection
February 28, 2011
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.
The Perils of Naked Licensing
February 28, 2011
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.
Managing Employees on Social Media
February 27, 2011
With social media here to stay and smart mobile devices abounding in offices, employers need to accept that they cannot legally or practically shut down the conversation. Here's what to do.
Terminating Employees for Unapproved Posts
February 27, 2011
Are employers "free to fire" if their employees violate social media policy? The answer might surprise you.
Bankruptcy Auctions
February 25, 2011
This article highlights the tension courts face between recognizing the finality of a sale and reopening a sale process if potentially greater value for the creditors exists.
December IP Litigation Quarterly in PDF Format
February 24, 2011
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