<i>Biosig Instruments, Inc. v. Nautilus, Inc.</i>
July 02, 2013
In <i>Biosig Instruments, Inc. v. Nautilus, Inc.</i>, the Federal Circuit held that the functional claim language of "spaced relationship" was definite in view of the inherent parameters of the claimed apparatus, notwithstanding the lack of any specific quantification of exactly how wide the spacing should be.
Interoperability Exemptions Under The DMCA
July 02, 2013
The DMCA prohibits the circumvention of digital rights management technologies and other similar content access or copy restrictions on copyrighted works. As such, it has long been understood that the circumvention of computer programs to enable interoperability of non-approved software applications ' a practice commonly referred to as "jailbreaking" ' was forbidden under the DMCA.
Taming the Beast
July 02, 2013
Corporate law departments acknowledge the need to manage and control the unabated and explosive growth of digital information, yet understand that the traditional approach will not work. Compounding the problem are regulatory and privacy issues.
Facing Multilingual Litigation in e-Commerce
July 02, 2013
International borders are no longer a barrier in e-commerce business. Enterprises often have multinational corporate parents, subsidiaries, suppliers and customers. Even smaller companies can develop e-commerce websites and reach out to prospects in all corners of the world.
News Briefs
July 02, 2013
Delaware Affirms Franchisors Are Not Franchisees' Employers <br>CA Moves One Step Closer To Confidentiality for Negotiated Contract Terms<br>New Hampshire Passes Changes to Vehicle Dealership Laws<br>Exam for CA Board Certified Franchise and Distribution Law Specialist Set for Oct. 22<br>Dearborn, MI, McDonald's Drops Halal Chicken After Settling Lawsuit
Can Judges 'Friend' Lawyers?
July 02, 2013
It should be no surprise that the continuing growth of social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn has led to questions about its use by members of the legal community, including members of the judiciary.
Counsel Concerns
July 02, 2013
Anti-Slapp Motion Involving Disclosure of ex-Miss California Suit Settlement Is Denied<br>New York Court Finds Malpractice Suit, over Transfer of Motion Picture Ownership, Improperly Pleaded