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Navigating Legal Terrain of Social Media Expansion

What Legal Issues Are Emerging From Increased Social Media Use?

Compliance Violations, Constitutional Law, Consumer Protection, Cyber Crime, Digital Media/Internet, Intellectual Property, Liability Law, Privacy Law, Regulatory Compliance, Technology Law / Jack Gilbert

Increased social media use is driving 4 major legal issue areas: privacy/data security, defamation, intellectual property infringement, and consumer-protection/FTC compliance. Rapid posting, sharing, and targeted ads increase exposure to lawsuits, investigations, and takedown demands. This article explains the emerging risks and practical steps to reduce liability. The proliferation of social media platforms has given rise […]

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InfoWars Social Media Accounts: X Corp. Opposes Sale in Legal Battle

Bankruptcy Law, Business Law, Civil Litigation, Constitutional Law, Court Decision, Digital Media/Internet, Intellectual Property, Legal Commentary, Legal Procedures, Technology Law / Jack Gilbert

X Corp. is opposing the proposed sale of InfoWars’ social media accounts as part of ongoing legal proceedings tied to Alex Jones and InfoWars. The dispute centers on whether those accounts can be transferred to a buyer and what rights the platform retains to restrict or terminate them. This article explains X Corp.’s objections, the

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Understanding Intellectual Property Protection Duration

Business Law, Commercial Law, Legal Protections, Patent/Copyright/Trademark, Technology Law / Jack Gilbert

Intellectual property protection can last from 20 years to indefinitely, depending on the right. U.S. utility patents generally last 20 years from filing, copyrights typically last the author’s life plus 70 years, and trademarks can renew forever if used. This article explains the main IP terms and what happens when rights expire. How Long Does

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What are the key elements to look for in a business contract review?

Business/Corporate, Commercial Law, Contract Law, Legal Advice and Consultation, Legal Liability, Legal Procedures, Legal Representation, Legal Resolution, Mergers and Acquisitions, Risk Management / Jack Gilbert

Key elements to look for in a business contract review include the scope of work, payment terms, termination rights, liability and indemnification, dispute resolution, and confidentiality/IP ownership. These clauses determine who must do what, when and how they get paid, how risk is allocated, and what happens if the relationship ends or a dispute arises.

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