Intellectual Property Law in AI Development: Are there Consequences?

Intellectual property protects and enforces copyright, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. This article focuses on Meta Platforms' (Meta) alleged copyright infringement of the development of its Llama Artificial Intelligence (AI) model.

Intellectual Property, All ArticlesGuest UserFebruary 12, 2024

How Should Businesses Think About Intellectual Property?

Intellectual Property (IP) plays a significant role in creating value for a business. IP can provide a business with protection for its innovations, competitive advantages and brand recognition in a market, and licensing and monetization opportunities.

Intellectual Property, All ArticlesBenjamin RothermelMarch 21, 2023

"Andy Warhol Foundation v. Goldsmith" Will Set a Precedent for Copyright Law and Fair Use

The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments in the first copyright fair use case regarding visual art to hit the Court in decades. Copyright lawyers are paying attention. Whatever the decision, Andy Warhol Foundation v. Goldsmith will be a landmark case for copyright law.

Copyright, Intellectual Property, All ArticlesBenjamin RothermelOctober 12, 2022

Does Social Media Content Have Intellectual Property Rights?

Whether you are a digital content creator, social media influencer, or a small business that uses social media to gain clients and customers, intellectual property (“IP”) is something we all create, encounter, and need to be aware of on social media.

Intellectual Property, All ArticlesBenjamin RothermelAugust 8, 2022

Four Types of Intellectual Property and How to Protect Them

The four main types of intellectual property are copyright, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets. Each has its own definition and method of acquisition.

Intellectual Property, All ArticlesBenjamin RothermelFebruary 11, 2022Benjamin C. Rothermel Law Firm

Protecting Intellectual Property with Contracts: Confidentiality and Non-Compete Clauses in Employment and Independent Contractor Agreements (Part III)

Get the details about confidentiality and non-compete clauses as well as how these contract clauses can protect your business.

Intellectual Property, All ArticlesBenjamin RothermelMay 5, 2021

Protecting Intellectual Property with Contracts: Non-Disclosure Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements, and Non-Compete Agreements (Part II)

Read this article if you want to learn about non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in depth. We also cover key points of trade secret law and how it relates to your intellectual property protection.

Intellectual Property, All ArticlesBenjamin RothermelMarch 23, 2021

Protecting Intellectual Property with Contracts: Non-Disclosure Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements, and Non-Compete Agreements (Part I)

Learn about contract-based protection for IP, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), confidentiality agreements, and non-compete agreements.

Intellectual PropertyBenjamin RothermelMarch 10, 2021

Part 2: Building an Intellectual Property Portfolio

Get started building your IP portfolio with this helpful information.

Intellectual Property, All ArticlesGuest UserAugust 28, 2020Benjamin C. Rothermel Esq.

Part 1: What are Copyrights, Trademarks, Patents, and Intellectual Property Portfolios?

Navigating what is best for your business's protection is smoother when you have more information. Learn how copyrights, trademarks, patents, and intellectual property portfolios can help your business today.

Intellectual Property, All ArticlesBenjamin RothermelAugust 7, 2020

IP Protection during Coronavirus/COVID-19

Building your business well and positioning it for success requires a combination of strategic moves. There are things you can do directly, including supporting your customers by providing the best goods or services. There are other elements of building a business that are just as important, but can escape notice, such as protecting Intellectual Property (IP) rights. IP rights include protecting your brand through trademarks, or your inventions through patents.