In the realm of innovation and entrepreneurship, safeguarding intellectual property (IP) is paramount.

Trademarks, and the rights of trademark holders, are commonly misunderstood.

It appears that the fighters suing the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) have landed a significant blow in their ongoing antitrust lawsuit, after an August 9 court ruling elevated...

Though late-night talk shows have stopped production in adherence to the strike, these shows have direct contracts with the networks they are aired on.

The landscape for streaming film and television programming is constantly changing. Streaming services, both independent and network-owned, are constantly vying for exclusive rights to popular shows and content.

The music publishing industry experienced a significant shift with the emergence of the various Hipgnosis funds, a related group of companies that has been making headlines for its ambitious catalog acquisitions.

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology into American schools has revolutionized educational methods but also introduced significant legal and ethical challenges.

California became the first state to allow medicinal cannabis when it passed the Compassionate Use Act in 1996. Today, cannabis is legal in California for medicinal and adult recreational use...

A franchise is a business model in which one party (the franchisor) grants another party (the franchisee) the right to operate a business using the franchisor's brand...

When launching a new business, it is a good practice to set up a separate legal entity for the company, such as a limited liability company or corporation.

On May 4th, California and New York attorneys general Rob Bonta (CA) and Letitia James (NY) announced a joint investigation into the NFL which will focus on workplace discrimination and hostile work environment.

This year, California, New York, Washington, and Rhode Island joined the increasing number of states with pay transparency laws.

When I worked as senior counsel with the IRS Chief Counsel's office based in San Francisco, I received a call from a revenue agent asking for my help.

Embarking on entrepreneurship is thrilling yet challenging. Beyond a brilliant idea or product, running a successful business demands strategic navigation.

Experiencing trouble in paradise with your business partner? You're not alone. Forbes reports that approximately 70% of business partnerships end in divorce.

Trying to recover unpaid wages from your employer can be stressful and daunting task for most. In Florida, there are legal avenues to pursue if your employer refuses to compensate you for your work.

Ideally, employers pay their employees promptly and regularly for the time that they work. However, occasionally employers may refuse to pay their employees...

Horror, Inc. v. Miller underscores the copyright conflict between creators and their employers. In this case, the Second Circuit determined that Victor Miller was an independent contractor...

Whether you're interested in protecting a well-established brand or you're starting a new business, filing a trademark application can be a very exciting and positive...

Thanks to a NCAA interim policy change and changes in state law, student-athletes in Alabama can now be paid for use of their name, image and likeness ("NIL"). This opens new opportunities for student-athletes to earn money.