Author Archives: John DiGiacomo

GDPR governs how businesses collect, store, and use personal data of EU residents. Here’s a breakdown of lawful processing grounds and your compliance obligations.

Chinese manufacturers can copy your products and undercut your brand in global markets. Here’s how to protect your intellectual property when manufacturing in China.

Discovering trademark infringement is alarming but you have options. Here’s a step-by-step guide on what to do when someone uses your trademark without authorization.

Trademarking a product protects your brand identity and prevents competitors from copying your name or logo. Here’s the complete guide to trademarking a product from start to finish.

Memes can trigger real copyright and defamation lawsuits. Here’s a look at seven cases where someone sued over a meme and what courts decided about internet content rights.

Selling an online business involves common mistakes that cost sellers money or kill deals. Here are six errors to avoid when selling your e-commerce or online business.

E-commerce fraud costs businesses billions annually. Here’s how to identify common fraud patterns, implement protective measures, and limit your legal and financial exposure.

Deceptive pricing practices online violate FTC rules and state consumer protection laws. Here’s what e-commerce sellers need to know about legal pricing disclosure requirements.

Facebook’s data practices triggered GDPR scrutiny that affects every business advertising on the platform. Here’s what your company needs to do to prepare for compliance.

GDPR enforcement began May 2018, requiring businesses handling EU data to act fast. Here are five concrete steps every company should take to achieve basic GDPR compliance.