This follow-up to the Cannabis Interest Group’s introductory webinar will provide a deeper examination of how the complex web of federal and state laws pertaining to trademarks, service marks, and trade dress are being utilized by the legal cannabis industry in the U.S. (with a focus on California businesses and entrepreneurs).  Time permitting, this webinar will also address some related trademark licensing and litigation issues.  

As the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) transitions from its effective date to its rapidly approaching enforcement date, businesses in California, the rest of the U.S., and elsewhere continue to grapple with this complicated new law as it relates to cookies and other advertising-related practices occurring on their digital properties.

Many companies have enacted new remote working policies, plans, and procedures, often without much thought given to the protection of trade secrets and proprietary information. Indeed, in their haste to provide work-from-home resources and accessibility, some companies are apparently loosening their security standards to allow faster and more convenient access for employees.

The presentation covers the most significant patent cases of the last 12 months. Cases to be discussed are relevant to both patent prosecution and patent litigation and relate to topics including patent-eligibility, patentability, infringement, PTAB practice, licensing, venue, etc.

The panel will provide practical tips for building and fostering highly effective working relationships between in-house and outside counsel in order to optimize communications, work product, and business development efforts.