Protecting Your Business in CA, Where Non-Compete Agreements Are Banned
California is one of 4 states that has banned non-compete agreements. What is a non-compete agreement? Why are they banned in California? How can you protect your company’s intellectual property without a non-compete agreement? Here is what you need to know. What Is a Non-Compete Agreement? A non-compete agreement is a business contract designed to […]
Intellectual Property Is the Lifeblood of Your Business
What is intellectual property? Basically, this term refers to any creative ideas an individual comes up with. From a written document to a new invention or a software application, intellectual property spans the entire range of creative and artistic works. Why is intellectual property so important to your business? This is what gives you a […]
Why You Need to Have an Invention Assignment Agreement with Your Programmers
When it comes to protecting your intellectual property (IP), there are many business contracts and agreements that need to be addressed. One of the most important is an Invention Assignment Agreement, especially if you have someone else coding key applications for your company. Here are 2 important reasons why. 1. Avoid Ownership Issues When a […]
The Most Common Misconception About Copyrights
I attend Comic-Con every year and I’m a dyed-in-the-wool comic book nerd. As my practice grew I took on more and more comic book artists, video game designers, etc. Artists often have great ideas, but they have trouble monetizing them. Well aware of the great potential value of these ideas, they want to file copyrights. […]
