For companies who hire others to create logos, websites, or software for the company, it is critical to understand the following counter-intuitive concept.  It is critical to have a carve out in the contract for your developer’s tools and software if you want to reuse and retain the IP rights to your original software. MORE >>

For startups that have multiple founders or shareholders, want VC funding, or intend to create a valuable company that can be sold for a fortune, the answer to whether the startup owns the IP rights to work created by company founders is critical. Contract Law Copyright Law IP Basics IP Mistakes & Blunders Patent Law Startup Basics MORE >>

I’ve represented little software companies in negotiation with big companies. patent can do wonders for your startup and it’s worth serious consideration when you are developing your IP strategy. IP Basics Patent Law Strategic IP PlanIt’s big news:  Google is paying $12.5 See U.S. Patent No. MORE >>

Many companies, however, don’t consider IP protection until they need it.”. Here are the most common areas where most companies have some form of IP protection. Federal copyright law may protect software, marketing materials, logos, website content, photographs, articles, presentations, videos, and music.  Trademark law. MORE >>

Heather is an experienced intellectual property attorney who helps inventors protect their inventions and emerging growth companies increase their value through strategic IP protection. The Founder’s have shifted tasks – they are no longer burning the midnight oil generating company IP.  MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT EMPLOYEE IP. Not So!  MORE >>