Is Your Business Ready for the Most Stringent Privacy Law in the U.S.? May 30th, 2019cybersecurity, Data Security-Privacy, Resources & Tools The California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (“CCPA”) creates new compliance obligations and operational challenges for companies doing business in California, effective January 1, 2020. Given the broad reach of the law, the CCPA may have significant impact on entities that collect and process personal data. The CCPA grants California residents new rights regarding their personal information and imposes various data protection duties on certain entities conducting business in California. The CCPA is considered the most stringent privacy law in the United States. The Act’s requirements include, but are not limited to: Disclosing data collection, data use and data sharing practices to consumers;Complying with a consumer’s requests to opt-out of Read More
CONTRACT DRAFTING PRACTICE POINTER: CONFIDENTIALITY OBLIGATIONS April 20th, 2016Recent Legal News, Resources & Tools Last week, Microsoft sued the U.S. government. Microsoft is seeking the right to tell its customers when the government requires Microsoft to disclose customer information, such as emails. Since at least the enactment of the U.S.A. PATRIOT Act, the government has been able to issue a search warrant and prohibit the information provider from telling the party whose information is being sought about the search warrant. Contracts in technology frequently have nondisclosure clauses in them. After the basics of the clause are covered — identifying the confidential information and establishing obligations for nondisclosure and limited use — there Read More
Presentation: Emerging, Disruptive and Sharing Technologies: What Is The Sharing Economy and Where Is It Going? April 15th, 2016Events & Associations, Resources & Tools John Yates, chair of the Technology group at Morris, Manning & Martin, recently presented at twonational conferences. Practising Law Institute (PLI), a leading provider of continuing legal education, hosted events titled TechLaw Institute 2016: The Digital Evolution, in San Francisco and New York. Click HERE to view the presentation. Read More
BYOD – What Employers Need to Know About ‘Bring Your Own Device’ Policies June 5th, 2014Employment, MMM Tech Law Video Channel, Resources & Tools MMM Videos Attorneys Larry Kunin and John Yates discuss the importance of a Bring Your Own Device policies and address frequently asked questions about data ownership. For more videos from MMMTechLaw, click here. The information presented and contained within this video are provided by MMM as general information only, and do not, and are not intended to constitute legal, employment or tax advice. Any opinions expressed within this video are solely the opinion of the individual author(s). For Read More
Employment Agreements – Key Information for Startups April 21st, 2014Employment, MMM Tech Law Video Channel, Resources & Tools MMM Videos, Startup Video Series The Morris, Manning & Martin Startup Video Series is designed to answer key questions often asked by entrepreneurs. In this video, MMM Employment Law Partner Brian Harris answers the questions: Do I need an employment agreement for myself and future members of my team? What issues should I consider regarding existing agreements I may have with a current employer or third party? For more videos from the MMM Startup Video Series, click here. The information presented and contained within this video are provided by MMM as general information only, and do Read More
Trademark Protection – Key Information for Entrepreneurs April 7th, 2014MMM Tech Law Video Channel, Resources & Tools MMM Videos, Startup Video Series The Morris, Manning & Martin Startup Video Series is designed to answer key questions often asked by entrepreneurs. In this video, MMM attorney Bryan Stewart addresses the following questions: How do corporate names, trademarks and trade name laws work together? When should I think about protecting names associated with a proposed company? For more videos from the MMM Startup Video Series, click here. The information presented and contained within this video are provided by MMM as general information only, and do not, and are Read More
Navigating Risk In Data & Technology Transactions March 31st, 2014Entrepreneurial Info, Resources & Tools Navigating Risk In Data & Technology Transactions from MMMTechLaw The information herein is presented for educational and informational purposes and is not intended to constitute legal advice. Additional information is at www.www.mmmtechlaw.com/privacy-policy-and-disclaimer/ . Read More
Open Source Software: Adding Terms to GNU General Public License March 19th, 2014Entrepreneurial Info, Resources & Tools MMM Articles, Resources/Tools http://www.mmmtechlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/PLI-Open-Source-2014-Extra-provisions-of-FSF-licenses.pdf The information presented and contained within this document are provided by MMM as general information only, and do not, and are not intended to constitute legal advice. Any opinions expressed within this document are solely the opinion of the individual author(s). For more information, contact Paul Arne: parne@mmmlaw.com. Read More
New Angel Financing Techniques: Analysis of SAFE for Entrepreneurs & Investors February 16th, 2014Entrepreneurial Info, MMM Tech Law Video Channel, Resources & Tools MMM Videos, Resources/Tools MMM attorney Chris Maxwell discusses the advantages and disadvantages of SAFE vs. convertible debt financing for entrepreneurs and investors. The video and information herein are presented for educational and informational purposes and are not intended to constitute legal advice. Additional information is at www.www.mmmtechlaw.com/privacy-policy-and-disclaimer/ . For more information, contact Chris Maxwell: cmaxwell@mmmlaw.com. For information on Morris, Manning & Martin, visit www.mmmlaw.com. Read More
SIGA Technologies v. PharmAthene: When is a Non-Binding Term Sheet Actually Enforceable? January 6th, 2014Resources & Tools SIGA Technologies v. PharmAthene: When is a non-binding term sheet actually enforceable? By Patrick McKenzie, Esq. The Delaware Supreme Court in May 2013 considered the issue of when term sheets — documents that outline material aspects of a negotiation — become binding, even when the document expressly states it is non-binding. Facts: In 2006, SIGA Technologies experienced financing problems with the development of an antiviral drug for the treatment of smallpox. In order to obtain funding, SIGA proposed an exclusive license to PharmAthene in return for an upfront payment of $6 million, an additional $10 million payment after certain sales milestones were reached, and annual royalty Read More