Author Archives: John DiGiacomo

The USPTO can refuse trademark registration if the mark is associated with unlawful activity. Here’s when this happens and how to respond to this type of refusal.

Courts have allowed trade secret misappropriation damages based on estimated R&D costs. Here’s what this means for how plaintiffs calculate and prove their damages.

The trademark first sale doctrine limits a brand owner’s ability to control goods after their first authorized sale. Here’s how the doctrine works in practice.

California’s consumer protection regulations continue to evolve with new requirements for businesses. Revision Legal’s privacy attorneys help California businesses stay compliant.

A court ruled there’s no DMCA violation when a security key is not an effective access control. Here’s what the decision means for circumvention claims.

Business valuation methods differ for e-commerce. Here’s how to use EBITDA and SDE correctly when evaluating an acquisition target and negotiating purchase price.

California voters passed Prop 24, enhancing consumer privacy rights under the CPRA. Revision Legal’s privacy attorneys explain the key changes and what businesses must do to comply.

Amazon’s blood vessel scanning identification technology raises significant privacy concerns. Revision Legal’s internet attorneys explain the legal issues surrounding biometric data collection.

Businesses must obtain proper consent before recording employee Zoom and video conference calls. Revision Legal’s internet attorneys explain consent requirements for recording business communications.

The SBA issued guidance on how Paycheck Protection Program loans affect mergers and acquisitions. Here’s what buyers and sellers need to know before closing.