Intellectual Property

Attractive Hubs for Web3 Companies (Part II) 

Choosing a permanent home for your company is a decision not to be taken lightly. This three-part series explores global hubs for Web3 companies, comparing regulations and tax incentives. Part I focused on Switzerland and Bermuda, in this second part, we will focus on Dubai, United Arab Emirates.   Dubai is an appealing jurisdiction that combines innovation with strategic access to the […]

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The Hidden Dangers of Starting a Business Without a Written Agreement

Every great business starts with excitement, energy, and big ideas. That energy often convinces partners they do not need paperwork. After all, you trust each other. You agree on the vision. You shook hands. What could go wrong?  A lot. And it usually does.  Unclear Ownership Leads to Costly Fights Without a written agreement, you do not actually know who owns

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Blockchain, Borders, & Big Data: Who Really Holds the Keys? 

For years, blockchain was dismissed as a niche tool for crypto traders. Now, governments around the world are leveraging it to reengineer trust in public institutions and in doing so, potentially recast the relationship between the individual and the state.  Imagine tapping your digital ID to access healthcare, vote, or verify property ownership, which are

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The DOJ’s Cross-Border Data Rule Takes Hold: What U.S. Companies Must Know Now 

As of July 8, 2025, the Department of Justice’s Final Rule on protecting U.S. sensitive personal and government-related data from foreign adversaries is no longer just a regulatory announcement, it is an enforceable reality. DOJ is now entering full enforcement mode following a three-month grace period, the Rule is poised to reshape how U.S. companies

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Block by Block: The Legal Revolution You Didn’t See Coming

Imagine a world where contracts execute themselves, fraud is nearly impossible, and public records are immune from tampering. That’s not sci-fi, it’s blockchain. At its core, blockchain is a digital ledger where transactions are written in “permanent ink,” visible to all, and nearly impossible to alter. It powers everything from cryptocurrencies to smart contracts, but

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When to Hire A TM Attorney: Your Likeness Has More Value Than You Think

One of the most common mistakes we see are clients waiting until a conflict arises with their brand name or likeness before reaching out. At this point your options are limited, and you may have already forfeited the rights to your own name. Protecting your name or likeness is rarely top of mind for an

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Maybe We DO Talk About Bruno?

Recent NLRB Decision Significantly Limits Employers’ Use of Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement Clauses in Severance Agreements   The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued an important decision this week that dramatically curtails employers’ abilities to lawfully include confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses in severance agreements. Under this decision, the presence of such clauses in severance agreements can

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Protect Your (I)Piece of the PII: Why Your Company Needs a Proprietary Information and Inventions Assignment Agreement for Its Employees and Contractors

Companies spend significant money developing all kinds of valuable assets, such as proprietary products and services, marketing strategies, customer goodwill, and employee training and development. Many companies wrongly assume that the company automatically owns the rights to trade secrets, intellectual property (IP), and other confidential information created by the company’s employees or contractors.     However,

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Why Hire A Trademark Attorney? (A Simple Click Won’t Protect Your IP)

We made this meme. Just kidding. We don’t know who made this. That’s why Trademarks are important.  Between Doordash, Amazon, and other online platforms, we’ve all become a little accustomed to instant gratification and getting anything with a few clicks. Although the convenience is super helpful when ordering a last minute Christmas gift or food

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