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Key Provisions in Your Business NDAs

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Business IP: Understanding Trademarks

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Intellectual Property Role in M&A and Taxes

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Business IP: Corporate Trade Secrets

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Business IP: Copyrights and Creative Works

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Business IP: Understanding Patents

Understanding Patents: A Key Element of Intellectual Property Understanding Patents: A Key Element of Intellectual Property Legal Disclaimer: The contents of this blog post are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. For specific guidance on intellectual property matters, consult with a licensed attorney. This content is brought to you by Cantrell…

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Overview of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights

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Forming a Corporation: Procedural Steps

Procedural Steps to Form and Organize a Corporation: From Filing to Stock Issuance Procedural Steps to Form and Organize a Corporation: From Filing to Stock Issuance Forming a corporation involves more than simply submitting paperwork to the Secretary of State. After choosing the right structure and planning your governance framework, you’ll need to follow specific…

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Corporate Director Duty to Follow the Law

The Duty to Follow the Law: A Core Responsibility for Corporate Directors The Duty to Follow the Law: A Core Responsibility for Corporate Directors One of the fundamental fiduciary obligations of corporate directors is the duty to follow the law—also referred to as the duty of obedience. This duty requires directors to ensure that all…

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Business Judgment Rule: Director Liability

The Business Judgment Rule: Shielding Directors from Liability The Business Judgment Rule: Shielding Directors from Liability The business judgment rule is a critical legal doctrine that protects corporate directors from liability for decisions made in good faith and with reasonable diligence. It allows directors to take calculated risks without fear of personal legal consequences—provided their…