On October 1, 2022, the District of Columbia will begin implementing a new non-compete law that prohibits the use of non-compete clauses in newly signed employment agreements affecting most everyon
During its 2022 Session, the Maryland General Assembly passed new legislation that creates greater flexibility for the ways Maryland health care providers can be paid to achieve higher quality or l
If you have a trademark registration and want to retain the early registration date as priority over possible competitors, be careful when modifying your brand so it does not diverge too much from
Under ERISA, the federal statute that regulates private pension plans, employers that sponsor 401(k) or 403(b) plans have a fiduciary duty to act prudently in selecting plan investment options.
Businesses can own a trademark and protect their brands without registering the marks with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), but registration provides valuable benefits.
When acquiring or licensing any type of intellectual property, the agreement should include representations and warranties that bolster the quality of the assets the recipient is receiving.