Intellectual Property Law

RYAN HAIGHT ONLINE PHARMACY CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT OF 2008

Posted on January 03, 2010
On October 15, 2008, President George W. Bush signed the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008. The purpose of the Act is to regulate rogue online pharmacies and their sale of drugs, particularly to youngsters. On September 30, 2008, the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008, which amended the Controlled Substances Act, won final approval from both houses of Congress...

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Posted on December 31, 2009
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Domain Name Basics

Posted on December 23, 2009
We all surf the Web and use available Internet features. Yet, few folks really know what a domain name entails and where to resort when problems arise.   This article provides information about the basics of domain names and an increasingly common problem called domain name cyber piracy...

E-Commerce Career Opportunities?

Posted on December 22, 2009
I currently hold a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems, and Executive MBA, along with 20+ years work experience. However, I'm considering an Executive JD Degree from Kaplan University / Concord Law School. I will complete this degree during the year 2012...

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China?s Latest Labor Contract Law

Posted on December 21, 2009
Entrepreneurs worldwide are closely following the development of China?s labor contract laws.  These laws definitely impact both foreign investors in China and those acquiring products made in China. China?s latest modification to its labor contract law was approved in 2007 and became effective on January 01, 2008...

*** Lai, Wisper Bikes of Hong Kong, China

Posted on December 18, 2009
I ordered a Wisper battery for my electric bike from *** Lai, sales representative for Wisper Bikes, Hong Kong, China.  Since I live in the USA, I forwarded payment in the amount of $600USD to Doug Lawson, Wisper Bikes, UK.  *** Lai stated that the battery was enroute and gave me a DHL Tracking Number which proved to be invalid...

Personal Identifiable Information Collected by Cable Companies Providing Internet Services

Posted on December 17, 2009
Privacy is a significant issue for Internet users, and how such privacy is protected when cable companies provide Internet services is also a user's concern.  Phone companies have been traditionally providing Broadband Internet services and applicable regulations well address the issue of how these providers should protect users' privacy...

Payment Problems with www.mallmic.com?

Posted on December 16, 2009
Legal Issue:I pay with Western Union for an order made to www.mallmic.com and now, after confirming to me receipt of the money, they are asking for more money(price increase of product??), even more, lately, they are not answering my emails?  Is there anybody to help? Company: Vitreus CasaFirst Name: SasaLast Name: PredovicPhone: Email: sasa...

Physicians' Online Consultations in Missouri: a Sufficient Examination is Required

Posted on December 14, 2009
Consulting a physician over the Internet might not have been feasible a couple of years back. Technology and innovative business models, however, currently allow the offering of services that years ago required the real-time presence of the parties. For instance, people can now consult a physician over the Internet...

So You Wanna Be A Proofreader: Ten Tips

Posted on December 09, 2009
The title in this article should grab your attention for one of two reasons: you are interested in being a proofreader or you notice the language is inappropriate. "Wanna" is not standard English. According to some  research papers that looking at this title, you probably came to one of two conclusions: the writer deliberately used a mistake to grab your attention, or the writer did not proofread very well...

Ethiopia Website Questions

Posted on December 09, 2009
Dear sir               I have planned to develop a e- commerce web site in Ethiopia.My problem is:1.       The website needs a payment method but most payment methodswork on Euro and US$ because it doesn?t have full service in Ethiopia...

HOLLAND?S TELECOMMUNICATION ACT: THE FIGHT AGAINST SPAM

Posted on December 09, 2009
In 2004, the Netherlands introduced legislation banning the sending of unsolicited electronic messages, commonly known as spam, to natural persons. In 2008, the ban was broadened to include unsolicited electronic messages sent to legal persons. This legislation, however, includes exceptions to the restrictions on spam...

A Legal Guide for Online Global Universities

Posted on December 08, 2009
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California Act Banning Violent Video Games for Minors is Struck Down

Posted on December 06, 2009
On February 20, 2009, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit struck down as unconstitutional a California law that that banned the sale or rental of violent video games to minors.  This issue is controversial and will continue to be one of the most difficult battles for any state and the federal government...

EU Spam and Email Laws

Posted on December 03, 2009
Legal Issue:Good morning, I want to know if there are penalties for emailing in different European countries. Are there laws governing the emails and spam in the countries of the European union? Thanks you.  Victoria PFirst Name: VictoriaLast Name: PulidoPhone: Email: victoriapq@wanadoo...

ONLINE RETAIL FRAUD and RECOMMENDED DEFENSIVE MEASURES

Posted on December 01, 2009
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Law Office Contact in Malaysia

Posted on November 30, 2009
To whom it may concern,   I am Trieu (ms.) from Vietnam, my main business is doing the work permit for expatriate in Vietnam. I am looking for one law office in Malaysia, if you are interested, pleases don't hesitate to ask me.   Please contact to me if you are interested...

The Big Bang of Business Naming !!

Posted on November 30, 2009
The Big Bang of Business NamingSuddenly some explosively positive and futuristically pragmatic policies aboutthe Internet and global e-commerce are creating amazing galaxies of businessnaming. With already 1.7 billion online users and 1 billion more on its way thenew business naming capabilities befitting advance and intricate platforms ofglobal cyber branding provide mega opportunities...

What Constitutes Public Information for Blog?

Posted on November 30, 2009
Legal Issue:Bankaholic.com website started as a blog comparing certificates of deposit in the USA, becoming the number one search for CDs then expanded to other products. It sold to BankRate for USD$15 million. The site is based on redistributing public information; presumably this info is published by financial institutions on their websites and in periodicals, etc, I'm not 100% sure...

No Downward Sentence Departure for Elderly who inappropriately Use the Internet

Posted on November 29, 2009
The youth and the elderly were afforded special treatment when criminally convicted.  Not any longer; nowadays, depending on the nature of the crime, courts are reluctant to reduce sentences when age is the only reason for that reduction. Sadly, this era is bringing some particular cases...

Investment Treaty between Germany and India

Posted on November 24, 2009
Free trade agreements, economic blocks, investment treaties, and like agreements signed among nations are vital for e-commerce activities.  Companies seeking to reduce overhead and other operation costs are setting offshore e-commerce or brick-and-mortar businesses in those nations that offer better terms for their dealings...

Internet Rip-Off?

Posted on November 24, 2009
Legal Issue:I purchased a Macbook Pro over the internet from a UK company for a little over 1000NZD. They told me they had received my payment and that the item would be shipped, and forwarded me the tracking details so I could follow its progress...

Third Party Websites Collecting User Information from Facebook

Posted on November 22, 2009
Social networks are a great way to communicate and share events and experiences.  Yet, as many other innovative Websites, social networks comprise features that may facilitate identity theft, invasion of privacy, copyright violations, online defamation among others...

French Copyrights for Internet

Posted on November 19, 2009
To whom it may concern, We are a multimedia events company in Montreal, Canada and are looking for information concerning a public event we are organizing in Lyon, France. I'm not sure, exactly who we should be contacting for this but we have a hard time figuring out the procedures to clear music and video rights for our event...

Online Privacy Guide for Internet Users, Practical Suggestions and Recommendations

Posted on November 10, 2009
INTRODUCTION The purpose of this guide is to help users understand their online privacy rights and remedies, and to know how and where to obtain relevant information about protection of their privacy rights. Privacy over the Internet is an evolving issue...

ON-LINE MORTGAGE FRAUD IN FLORIDA ?

Posted on November 06, 2009
Website: http://www.sarasota.realforeclose.com We are wanting to nullify a sale which occurred over the above website. I am having a very difficult time finding out the ramifications of a literally "BROKEN" EULA contract. I have created a timestamped copy of how the website looked when we made our purchase: www...

Defamation Lawsuit?

Posted on October 29, 2009
Legal Issue:I have a question. My information was put on Craig's List website for sex and other things, by somebody not myself. Is there anyway to sue or prosecute that person? I talked to local law enforcement and was told that because that person did not take money or anything like that there was nothing that could be done...

Breach of Contract?

Posted on October 26, 2009
I ordered a Sprinter Van manufatured by Mercedes Bentz. I made this order over the internet and requested this van with certain dimensions. The van I ordered was a 170 inch wheelbase, extended van body with a high roof. When the van was delivered, it was not the ext van which elimnated over 1200 sq...

Refund Refusal: Need US Representation

Posted on October 26, 2009
 Legal Issue:I live in France and in January 09, I made a deposit to attend a self-improvement program hosted by a New-York City based company. At the time I made the deposit, the refund policy (displayed on their website) was that they could hold up to $500 of the money already received...

LAW FIRM for LIBEL Case

Posted on October 23, 2009
Legal Issue:Physicians are under attack in general. Some of the most distressing assaults come from doctor rating websites where any "nut job" who feels he didn't get value for his $10 co-pay can publish for the world to see any libel he wishes about his physician-victim without revealing his identity...

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