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'Heartbleed' Flaw: What Businesses Need to Know
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
A newly discovered security flaw called "Heartbleed" has many businesses scrambling to beef up their online security. The Heartbleed flaw affects websites that...
Why Can't Google Trademark 'Glass'?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Google has unsuccessfully been trying to trademark the word "Glass" for its hip tech toy Google Glass, but the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied all...
Do Obama's Executive Orders on Wages Affect You?
By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on
President Barack Obama signed two executive orders Tuesday to require federal contractors to let their workers to discuss wages more openly and to require...
Gay Wedding Photo Case Denied High Court Review
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a New Mexico case over whether a business can refuse to serve gay and lesbian customers, leaving the New Mexico...
Cole Haan Pinterest Contest Spurs FTC Warning
By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on
Fashion brand Cole Haan landed in some hot water for a Pinterest contest when it received a letter from the FTC alleging violations of the Federal Trade...
5 Legal Tips If You're Opening a Pet Store
By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on
For animal lovers looking to open up a neighborhood pet store, what are some legal tips you should keep in mind? Unlike a typical retail store that sells...