Information Technology
Companies that conduct business over the Internet need to understand the proliferation of legal issues governing e-commerce. Contracts, consumer protection, and security policies are among the many global issues that are continually changing. The Internet has redefined ways in which businesses relate to their customers, suppliers, partners and investors. These relationships challenge the traditional distribution structure of commerce, sometimes successfully, and sometimes without success. Information developed by businesses engaging in e-commerce has become as important as the products being sold, and in many instances, information actually is the product.
Bullock & Coffman’s Information Technology attorneys are devoted to staying abreast of the latest developments in the practice area of Information Technology law, and we work closely with both Web-based and traditional companies that deploy e-commerce and Internet strategies. Our attorneys are experienced in licensing agreement negotiation, distribution, confidentiality, and a variety of computer services agreements on behalf of start-ups and traditional companies alike.
Bullock & Coffman understands the potential structural changes in this new world of business relationships – and the emerging legal issues governing them. Our attorneys advise clients on electronic communication issues, including litigation, Web site development and operation, intellectual property, data ownership, privacy issues and security issues.
Never before have issues of trademark, copyright, confidentiality, defamation, personal jurisdiction, and electronic evidence been so important to the business client. In addition to advising clients in their online matters, Bullock & Coffman’s attorneys also counsel clients in intellectual property issues involving trademark and copyright licensing and royalties, non-disclosure agreements and computer software agreements, as well asantitrust issues related to such agreements and licenses.We understand that our clients’ intellectual property is often one of their most valuable assets, and we offer sound advice to our clients regarding the best means to protect and develop these assets.
Bullock & Coffman’s attorneys provide a broad range of services to protect and enforce our clients’ intellectual property rights. From start to finish, our attorneys guide clients through the process of obtaining copyrights and trademarks, as well as protecting valuable trade and business secrets.
Our lawyers are experienced in conducting searches to determine whether a desired name or logo is already taken and prepare applications when appropriate. We also give advice on whether the logo or name is suitable, and whether it would be more appropriate to register a trademark in Kentucky or with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
In today's high-tech society, trademark and copyright infringement is prevalent on the Internet, making it imperative that businesses aggressively protect their intellectual property rights online. Web site content can be protected through the use of appropriate copyright laws, and Bullock & Coffman assist clients in protecting those rights. In addition, our attorneys can prepare copyright applications and assist with copyright registration through the U.S. Copyright Office.
Contact Bullock & Coffman to learn how we can assist you or your company with nearly any aspect of intellectual property rights.