June 3, 2010
Intellectual property is becoming increasingly important for companies of all sizes. Almost all businesses have some of their value associated with intellectual property, whether it is in the form of patents, trademarks, copyrights or trade secrets. Unfortunately, many businesses only realize the importance of protecting their company’s intellectual property when it is too late.
Often the best and least expensive protection is to have employees sign properly drafted employment agreements. Employment agreements are the foundation for establishing the business’s ownership of its intellectual property. This session highlighted some of the key issues for business owners, as well as examined some best practices for protecting intellectual property through employment agreements.
Topics covered included:
- Clauses and language to consider including in employment agreements
- Procedures/programs to have in place to ensure intellectual property is protected
- Available options or legal remedies when there is no employment agreement
Speaker:
Margie Aoki
Christensen O’Connor Johnson Kindness PLLC
