Nevada defaults to federal law when it comes to understanding a number of intellectual property matters. One aspect of that is the fair use doctrine. At the , we know how important it is that you not only understand how to use information...
Month: March 2016
Fair use dispute at heart of billion-dollar lawsuit
There is good reason that businesses in Las Vegas seek protection for their intellectual property. Putting a trademark or patent in place can prevent a company from suffering from violations such as the theft of trade secrets. An ongoing dispute between Oracle and...
Is there a difference between a joint venture and a partnership?
If you are considering going into business with someone, you may be reviewing your options for the business structure. Joint ventures and partnerships share a number of similarities, though there are several significant differences that can have tax and other...
Preventing partnership disputes in Las Vegas
Running a sole proprietorship means that you are in charge; launching a partnership means that you now have to work with other people to make your business successful. At the , we know that making important decisions with people who may not...
Purchasing product liability insurance in Nevada
Understanding a company’s risks is crucial to protecting the bottom line. For businesses in Las Vegas, those risks could include incurring damage from a natural disaster, professional malpractice and exposure to lawsuits stemming from a defective product. For...
What are the exceptions to a product liability claim in Nevada?
In general, if your company manufactures a product that is deemed dangerous or defective, you could be strictly liable for any harm it causes. Nevada holds businesses accountable despite whether or not any overt negligence was involved. Even if you take all the...
Business dispute forces closure of Las Vegas Elvis exhibit
Putting together an exhibit of any kind for public consumption often involves a number of business entities. In Las Vegas, these commercial ventures often involve property management, memorabilia owners and the show’s operators. Working together, these parties...
Understanding the most common employee complaints in Las Vegas
A business owner who knows the types of employment issues commonly litigated is best equipped to prevent those complaints from ever getting filed. In Las Vegas, our team at the , assists companies with defending against these suits as well...
What information do I need to appeal a civil judgment?
Once a judgment has been entered against you in a Nevada court, you are able to appeal it. An appeal is the act of asking another court to either change or reverse that judgment; it is not a request for a new trial. If your judgment was entered in Justice Court, you...
Nevada companies could pay punitive damages for workers’ actions
In a personal injury claim in Nevada, there are several damages that a plaintiff could receive. For example, economic damages are awarded to compensate the person for financial losses like medical bills. Noneconomic damages could be awarded to someone who has...
