Dewberry Trademark Case
Trademarks protect the identity and value of a company’s brand, which is why recent trends in intellectual property litigation are so critical for businesses. One particularly significant case that illustrates these principles is Drewberry Engineers v. Drewberry Group. This dispute not only involves a considerable sum but also addresses deeper issues of
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Our firm recently launched our AI subpage reflecting our growing expertise in this nascent industry. While developing this page, we also wrote a wide-ranging FAQ of some of the most pressing questions for companies developing AI or using AI. Some of these are based on actual questions we
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Entrepreneurs carry heavy burdens, often for years without much respite. Running a business involves navigating a complex web of legal considerations that can impact every aspect of your operations. Knowing when to consult a business lawyer is crucial for protecting your company and ensuring long-term success. From entity
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One of the more significant AI copyright cases pending in the U.S., Thaler v. Perlmutter, is scheduled for oral argument before the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals next month. It’s an appeal of a case the appellant, Stephen Thaler, lost in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
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United States LLC Operating Agreements — Don’t Skip ‘Em!
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Oregon Statutory Adverse Possession Law
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This is Part 3 in a three-part series on adverse possession in Oregon. Part 1 was a general overview regarding your risks of losing part or all of your property via adverse possession. Part 2 was on Oregon common law adverse possession. Part 3 is on Oregon statutory adverse possession law.
Oregon Common Law Adverse Possession
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This is Part 2 in a three-part series on adverse possession in Oregon. Part 1 was a general overview regarding your risks of losing part or all of your property via adverse possession. Part 2 is on Oregon common law adverse possession. Part 3 is on Oregon statutory adverse possession law.
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Imagine finding out that a part of your backyard—where your family has picnicked for years—might not actually belong to you. Could someone else claim it as their own through adverse possession? It’s a situation no property owner wants to face,