Unjust enrichment occurs when one party retains a benefit unfairly. Learn how it impacts business transactions and the legal remedies available....
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Explore the elements of promissory fraud in California law, including intent, reliance, and causation, to protect against deceptive promises....
Continue readingThe "work-for-hire" doctrine is presumably, for employees ONLY. After all, employees are hired, not independent contractors right? However, it is standard practice to have a "work-for-hire" clause in all independent contractor agreements in nearly every industry, nationwide. In California, there could be serious issues with stating in an independent contractor agreement that all the intellectual property created by the contractor is a "work-for-hire" because in recent years California and federal agencies have started cracking down on mis-classified independent...
Continue readingIf you believe that your copyright has been infringed upon, it is critical that you pursue one or more of the remedies provided under the federal Copyright Act. Depending on the specifics of your situation — and, most importantly, whether you've registered your copyright — you could be eligible for considerable damages. Available remedies for copyright infringement are outlined below: Monetary Relief In most copyright cases, monetary relief falls under one of a few main categories: actual...
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As a creative professional, you pour your heart and soul into every masterpiece. When somebody else uses or copies your prized works without permission, you suffer not only the emotional burden of infringement, but also the risk of significant financial and reputational repercussions. A copyright infringement lawsuit may be your best option for recourse; read on to learn how you can build an airtight case. Demonstrate Eligibility for Copyright Protection Before you proceed with filing a lawsuit, determine whether your...
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