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Thought leaders from around the world contribute their perspectives on landmark cases, new legislation, and legal perspectives on new technologies, business practices, and civil procedure.

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Why Register My Copyrights?

Understanding the Benefits of Copyright Registration

Maria Crimi Speth & Aaron Haar

If you aren't registering your copyrights with the United States Copyright Office, you're missing out on additional protections.

Copyright in Cyberspace

Copyright in Cyberspace: Read the Fine Print

Alastair Donaldson

Copyright is an exclusive right to do things like copying, reproduction, performance or communication of subject matter that qualifies for copyright protection.

Can I sing "Happy Birthday" in public?

Is That Famous Song Protected by Copyright? Maybe Not – and the Change Means Refunds for Some

Michael B. Fein

A guide to navigating copyright claims on famous songs.

Greek Copyright Law

New Greek Copyright Law

Kriton Metaxopoulos

The procedure applies only to infringements committed by users who make available to the public and upload content or works for which they do not own/control the copyrights. However, it does not apply to infringements committed by end users by downloading, peer to peer file sharing, streaming, or cloud computing.

Four IP Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Four Disastrous IP Mistakes Most Companies Make

Eric Vaughn-Flam

Registering and investigating trademarks are just the beginning when it comes to keeping your intellectual property safe.

How to Prevent Copyright Infringement

Stopping Infringement before It Happens

Jennifer Ko Craft

IPR protection strategies that work.

Attorney Naomi Waltman Q&A

Women of Influence Award Winner: Naomi Waltman

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Q&A With LFOTY Boehmert & Boehmert

An Interview With Jan Bernd Nordemann of Boehmert & Boehmert, Winner of the 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Award for Intellectual Property Law in Germany

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The international property law attorney discusses his firm's recent successes and the trends taking over the IP field.

Artists Disavow Work

When Artists Disavow Their Work

Kevin P. Ray

Can a Trademark Registration be Audited?

Is Your U.S. Trademark Registration Being Audited?

Paul C. Van Slyke

The first of a two-part look at updates to the U.S. trademark registration process, and what it means for you and your business.

European Unitary Patent

New European Unitary Patent Is Not-So-Wonderful

Michael B. Fein

If the European Parliament and the 25 participating states were trying to emulate a U.S. patent and replace the present Balkanized system wherein each state has its own patent granting authority and courts handling patent litigation, it has failed miserably.

What Are Lawyer Commendations?

Lawyer Commendations Feature Makes It Easy to Recommend Top Legal Talent

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Attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers can now position themselves as reliable industry resources.

Protecting Company Names

Protect Two of Your Most Valuable Business Assets: Your Company Name and Important Brand Names

Paul C. Van Slyke

Your company name and important brand names are two types of your most valuable business assets. Without your company name and brand names, consumers and trade buyers would not be able to identify easily (and choose) your goods or services over those of another.

Mugshot Rights

Smile! You Have New Mugshot Rights

Thomas R. Julin

A handful of enterprising companies have discovered that these portraits of distress have great value because they are public records, are not protected by copyright laws, and can be posted on the Internet to persuade the portrayed to pay dearly to take them down.

Is Internet Speech Protected?

Internet Speech in the Crosshairs

Jamie Gorelick and Ari Holtzblatt

Charges of anti-right bias notwithstanding, online platforms are on solid ground when they defend their policies and procedures as neutral and protected by the First Amendment.

Attorney E. Lynn Grayson Q&A

Women of Influence Award Winner: E. Lynn Grayson

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Patent Venue

New Rules for Patent Venue

Michael B. Fein

Where can you be sued for patent infringement?

Fair Use in Trademark Infringement

Fair Enough: The “Fair Use” Defense to Trademark Infringement

Maria Crimi Speth & Aaron K. Haar

There are two arguments for fair use in a trademark infringement case. Here's your guide to understanding both.

Gender Diversity on Boards

How to Accelerate Gender Diversity on Boards

Celia Huber and Sara O'Rourke

Slow progress in adding more women to boards has dominated the conversation. But tips from standout companies are more likely to inspire others to take firmer action.

AEQUO "Law Firm of the Year" Interview

How AEQUO Is Embracing Legal Tech

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Anna Babych discusses AEQUO's 2019 Ukranian "Law Firm of the Year" award in Mergers & Acquisitions Law with Best Lawyers.

What Does a Health Care Agent Do?

Factors to Consider When Naming a Health Care Agent

Anthony J. Enea

A health care agent can make medical decisions for you and see that your end of life wishes are respected.

Understanding New York's Child Victims Act

What New York's Child Victims Act Means for Public Schools

Anastasia M. McCarthy

The new Child Victims Act is expected to have a profound and long-lasting impact on public school systems.

Blakes 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Interview

What the Seller-Friendly Market Means for Private Equity

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JP Bogden and Kurt Sarno of 2019 Canadian "Law Firm of the Year" award-winner Blakes discuss trends in the private equity sector.

Franchise Agreements and Purchase Options

Can Your Option to Purchase Get Lost in a Franchise Agreement?

Benjamin Caddaye, Law Clerk and Alicia Hill

With the changing of a contract in a franchise agreement, certain rights you thought you were entitled to might get lost in translation.

4 Legal New Years Resolutions

4 Legal New Years Resolutions You Can Actually Keep

Anthony J. Enea

New Years resolutions don't always work, but these four reasonable suggestions will serve you well for many more years to come.

Asters Q&A Law Firm of the Year

Staying Competitive in Competitions and Antitrust Law

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Igor Svechkar of Asters talks with Best lawyers about his firm's 2019 Antitrust "Law Firm of the Year" award for Ukraine.

The Who, What, and Why of Bankruptcy

The 5 W’s of Bankruptcy Communications

Eden Gillott

You might be an expert on bankruptcy, but communicating its practical realities to clients can get complicated.

Gide 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" Interview

Here Are Gide's Predictions on the Biggest Trends in Real Estate

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Winner of the 2019 "Law Firm of the Year" award for Real Estate Law in France, Hugues Moreau of Gide talks global capital and market changes.

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