September 06, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses how, though details vary from transaction to transaction, agreements affecting technology transfers contain two essential elements.
September 06, 2017An IP Transfer Agreement is an agreement between an individual or corporation transferring its intellectual property to another individual or corporation.
May 25, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com reviews the case in which a golf ball manufacturer raised a complaint against Costco, who in turn brought an action for a declaration of non-infringement
May 05, 2017Contracts won’t be enforceable if they’re unconscionable and, in making enforceability determinations, courts give significant weight to public policy.
March 30, 2017An IP Release Agreement is an agreement where a person (the ‘Releasor’) releases all claims it might have in relation to the intellectual property described in the agreement.
February 02, 2017This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the importance of executing Intellectual Property assignment agreements when companies collaborate on research projects.
November 21, 2016This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com provides an overview of ten intellectual property issues that should be addressed in technology sector mergers & acquisitions transactions.
September 09, 2016When entering into an important contract, take the time to discuss with your business partners, advisors and legal counsel, to make sure that you are clear about your opportunities and risks. In this article, we describe four simple steps to follow to make sure that your interests are protected when negotiating an agreement.
January 23, 2016This article discusses considerations including the use granted, territory, term, exclusivity, revocability, sub-licensing, termination, exclusivity and non-exclusivity, among others.
July 06, 2015When employees resign and enter into consulting agreements, it is important to ensure that all restrictive covenants continue in effect, and that the consulting agreement contain an IP transfer agreement similar to the one contained in the employment agreement
June 19, 2015This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com is helpful in understanding the role Competition Bureau plays in the enforcement of intellectual property rights.
September 04, 2014This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com discusses the implications of the use of recognized trademarked goods by Google Glass software for the purpose of triggering ad popups in augmented reality.
June 23, 2014This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com outlines the major changes to the competition laws and rules which came into effect in 2014 that apply to technology transfer agreements.
October 31, 2007This article posted on our partner site Mondaq.com explores ways in which a comprehensive intellectual property management program creates new opportunities for cost savings, tax efficiencies, and competitive advantage.