Businesses and individuals navigating litigation expect justice after their day in court. Judges review evidence provided by both sides and then interpret both statutes and case law before entering their ruling. Typically, everyone involved in the lawsuit must abide...
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Are aviation accidents getting more common?
Aviation is commonly referred to as one of the safest ways to travel. On a grand scale, that is certainly still true. There are far more risks for those who are simply driving their personal vehicles than for those who are flying on planes. That being said, some...
What if a vendor steals your business playbook?
A vendor may start with limited access. They see your pricing model, customer lists, technical process, sales scripts or product roadmap because they need that information to do the work. Then the relationship ends, and a suspiciously similar competitor appears. That...
What is a breach of fiduciary duty?
In terms of business litigation, a breach of fiduciary duty can happen when someone has an obligation to act in the best interests of a company or corporation and fails to do so. For instance, a board member may have a fiduciary duty to the shareholders of a company....
Common intellectual property disputes between business partners
Intellectual property (IP) is often one of the most valuable assets a business owns. Brand names, proprietary software, client lists and creative content are used to increase competitive advantage and drive profits. But what happens when business partners part ways?...
What is a patent re-examination?
The patent prosecution process is lengthy and somewhat complex. The party seeking a patent must explain how their submission is unique, as well as the technical details about how it functions or what separates it from similar products. Professionals from the United...
What happens behind the scenes after an aviation incident
When a major aviation incident makes headlines, public attention often focuses on what happened in the air. Less visible, but equally significant, are the legal and regulatory processes that begin immediately afterward. These events can trigger complex investigations...
Understanding the roles of the NTSB and FAA in Texas
When an aircraft accident or serious incident happens, two federal agencies usually step in. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) both respond, but they have very different jobs. Knowing how they work can help...
Top potential causes of aviation accidents
After an aviation accident, identifying the cause of the accident and the potentially responsible parties is important. Even those who have been accused of being involved may argue that they were not actually liable, so understanding this level of responsibility is...
5 things victims should do ahead of IP litigation
Intellectual property disputes can be overwhelming, especially when your brand, invention or creative work is at stake. In a digital marketplace where ideas move quickly, unauthorized use can cause immediate financial and reputational harm. If you believe your...

