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The Daily Intellectual Property Briefing for Creators, Brands & Innovators

If you create it, build it, design it, invent it, publish it, code it, film it, photograph it, license it, sell it, or defend it, you've found your legal home.

Welcome to Attorney Steve's PiracyLog®, the show where nationally recognized intellectual property attorney Steve Vondran breaks down the biggest stories in copyright, trademark, artificial intelligence, software, entertainment, sports, e-commerce, and intellectual property law—and explains what they really mean for creators, entrepreneurs, and businesses.  As we like to say "don't become the next headline."

Whether you're a content creator, YouTuber, photographer, filmmaker, musician, software developer, AI company, fashion designer, athlete, coach, app developer, Amazon or Etsy seller, podcaster, marketing agency, startup founder, or business owner, every episode delivers practical legal intelligence designed to help you build, protect, monetize, and defend your intellectual property.

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Attorney Steve® analyzes today's most important developments involving:
 

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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) DMCA, copyright infringement, counterfeit products, photo infringement, IPTV defense, Joe Hand boxing piracy, YouTube Law, Domain disputes, internet law AttorneySteve https://storage.buzzsprout.com/85hmh117c17ovkcwy1q0pdtvalp4?.jpg Piracy Log® with Attorney Steve® https://www.piracylog.com Did your restaurant get a legal demand from Joe Hand or G&G Closed PPV piracy? Did your restaurant get a legal demand from Joe Hand or G&G Closed PPV piracy? Send us Fan Mail

Vondran Legal® - Sports Infringement Law.  Understanding the legal damages you may face for having publicly displayed a boxing match at your commercial establishment without the proper commercial license.There are THREE LEVELS OF DAMAGES you need to be aware of when you are being accused of illegally intercepting a TV signal, and broadcasting and publicly displaying a commercial UFC fight, or other fight in your commercial establishment, without the proper commercial license.LEVEL ONE DAMAGESStatutory damages of 1-10k.LEVEL TWO DAMAGESThese damages are designed to punish and deter.  For Cable display, up to 60k. For satellite, up to 100k.  Advertising on facebook, twitter, or instagram can really do your business in here.LEVEL THREE DAMAGESIf the Plaintiff wins in a lawsuit (ex., Joe Hand Promotions, J&J Sports, or G&G Closed Circuit - who appears ready to file a slew of lawsuits in Omaha Nebraska federal courts), these are the damages they will likely seek.Vondran Legal® has been handling these cases for years, and our goal is to settle your case for a LOW FLAT RATE (one time) legal fee that avoids the abuses inherent in firms that bill.  In this niche area of federal law, there is no substitute for specific legal experience.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 if you received a demand phone call or what we call the "love letter" demanding you pay up.All these levels can really add up.  We have your back.  VondranLegal.com 

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Vondran Legal® - Sports Infringement Law.  Understanding the legal damages you may face for having publicly displayed a boxing match at your commercial establishment without the proper commercial license.There are THREE LEVELS OF DAMAGES you need to be aware of when you are being accused of illegally intercepting a TV signal, and broadcasting and publicly displaying a commercial UFC fight, or other fight in your commercial establishment, without the proper commercial license.LEVEL ONE DAMAGESStatutory damages of 1-10k.LEVEL TWO DAMAGESThese damages are designed to punish and deter.  For Cable display, up to 60k. For satellite, up to 100k.  Advertising on facebook, twitter, or instagram can really do your business in here.LEVEL THREE DAMAGESIf the Plaintiff wins in a lawsuit (ex., Joe Hand Promotions, J&J Sports, or G&G Closed Circuit - who appears ready to file a slew of lawsuits in Omaha Nebraska federal courts), these are the damages they will likely seek.Vondran Legal® has been handling these cases for years, and our goal is to settle your case for a LOW FLAT RATE (one time) legal fee that avoids the abuses inherent in firms that bill.  In this niche area of federal law, there is no substitute for specific legal experience.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 if you received a demand phone call or what we call the "love letter" demanding you pay up.All these levels can really add up.  We have your back.  VondranLegal.com 

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Vondran Legal® Telecommunications Piracy Law - Boxing Piracy with Joe Hand Promotions, J&J Sports Production and G&G Closed Circuit Events.  Does a purchase on ESPN Plus save you from commercial broadcasting?If your bar, restaurant, cigar bar, barber shot, pool hall, sports bar or related establishment pays for a residential license to watch the latest PPV prize boxing match, will this clear you and provide a defense to allegations of violaton of section 553 (canble) or 605 (Satellite) TV signal interception?  Probably not.  Listen is as IP entertainment lawyer Steve Vondran, Esq. discusses what's going on in this area.  If you need legal representation, call us at (877) 276-5084.  These companies will all FILE FEDERAL COURT LAWSUITS.  We help settle and keep you out of court. 

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Vondran Legal® Telecommunications Piracy Law - Boxing Piracy with Joe Hand Promotions, J&J Sports Production and G&G Closed Circuit Events.  Does a purchase on ESPN Plus save you from commercial broadcasting?If your bar, restaurant, cigar bar, barber shot, pool hall, sports bar or related establishment pays for a residential license to watch the latest PPV prize boxing match, will this clear you and provide a defense to allegations of violaton of section 553 (canble) or 605 (Satellite) TV signal interception?  Probably not.  Listen is as IP entertainment lawyer Steve Vondran, Esq. discusses what's going on in this area.  If you need legal representation, call us at (877) 276-5084.  These companies will all FILE FEDERAL COURT LAWSUITS.  We help settle and keep you out of court. 

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VondranLegal.com - PPV Boxing Piracy Defense.  Call (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many bars, restaurants and business owners defend and settle these cases.Receiving a demand letter from G&G Closed Circuit Events, Inc. for illegally broadcasting a commercial pay-per-view boxing event is a serious matter that requires immediate attention. G&G Closed Circuit Events is a company, similar to Joe Hand Promotions, that holds exclusive commercial distribution rights for certain sports broadcasts, including boxing and mixed martial arts events. The demand letter will usually detail the specific event that your restaurant allegedly broadcasted without a proper commercial license. The letter often includes:The date and time of the event.Information about how G&G obtained evidence of the unauthorized broadcast (such as through an investigator who visited your establishment).Claims under the Federal Communications Act (FCA), specifically sections 605 and 553, which prohibit unauthorized reception and exhibition of cable or satellite signals.Defending Against the AllegationsIf you choose to contest the claims, you’ll need to hire an attorney experienced in handling these types of cases. Possible defenses might include:Proving that you had a valid commercial license at the time of the broadcast.Demonstrating that the broadcast was unintentional (though this can be difficult to prove).Arguing that the event was broadcast by mistake, perhaps by a third-party contractor without your knowledge or consent.However, courts tend to be strict in these cases, as the unauthorized interception of PPV signals is usually considered intentional and difficult to "accidentally" accomplish.  

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VondranLegal.com - PPV Boxing Piracy Defense.  Call (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many bars, restaurants and business owners defend and settle these cases.Receiving a demand letter from G&G Closed Circuit Events, Inc. for illegally broadcasting a commercial pay-per-view boxing event is a serious matter that requires immediate attention. G&G Closed Circuit Events is a company, similar to Joe Hand Promotions, that holds exclusive commercial distribution rights for certain sports broadcasts, including boxing and mixed martial arts events. The demand letter will usually detail the specific event that your restaurant allegedly broadcasted without a proper commercial license. The letter often includes:The date and time of the event.Information about how G&G obtained evidence of the unauthorized broadcast (such as through an investigator who visited your establishment).Claims under the Federal Communications Act (FCA), specifically sections 605 and 553, which prohibit unauthorized reception and exhibition of cable or satellite signals.Defending Against the AllegationsIf you choose to contest the claims, you’ll need to hire an attorney experienced in handling these types of cases. Possible defenses might include:Proving that you had a valid commercial license at the time of the broadcast.Demonstrating that the broadcast was unintentional (though this can be difficult to prove).Arguing that the event was broadcast by mistake, perhaps by a third-party contractor without your knowledge or consent.However, courts tend to be strict in these cases, as the unauthorized interception of PPV signals is usually considered intentional and difficult to "accidentally" accomplish.  

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Vondran Sports Law - NIL endorsement agreements overview - [essential contractual elements]In this podcast, Attorney Steve® discusses some of the most important items a student-athlete should take into account BEFORE signing a NIL sports endorsement agreement.  Important terms are discussed including:Parties to the agreementSpecifically identified deliverablesTimeframes and deadlinesCompensation clausesFTC compliance rulesWho gets the IP rights and for how long?Termination provisions, and transfer issues and morals clausesDispute resolutionSports agent contract complianceVondran Legal® can help student-athletes negotiate and finalize lucrative sports promotion contracts that may involve appearances, video creation, social media posting, showing up at camps or events, providing autographs, etc.  We can also help NCAA institutions with compliances issues and civil litigation including arbitration or mediation.  For more information go to NILcontracts.com   

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Vondran Sports Law - NIL endorsement agreements overview - [essential contractual elements]In this podcast, Attorney Steve® discusses some of the most important items a student-athlete should take into account BEFORE signing a NIL sports endorsement agreement.  Important terms are discussed including:Parties to the agreementSpecifically identified deliverablesTimeframes and deadlinesCompensation clausesFTC compliance rulesWho gets the IP rights and for how long?Termination provisions, and transfer issues and morals clausesDispute resolutionSports agent contract complianceVondran Legal® can help student-athletes negotiate and finalize lucrative sports promotion contracts that may involve appearances, video creation, social media posting, showing up at camps or events, providing autographs, etc.  We can also help NCAA institutions with compliances issues and civil litigation including arbitration or mediation.  For more information go to NILcontracts.com   

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http://www.snlshow.com - Click to listen to past episodes!In this episode, Steve and Lisa (Husband and Wife Law Firm Team) discuss the following current events:1.  Alabama Coach Nick Saban retires, or will he?2.  Gang rape in the Metaverse, should this be a crime?3.  Collegiate Name, Image and Likeness sports marketing is BOOMING!4.  Strike 3 Holdings had a chance to silence all critics by taking a Florida file-sharing case to trial, but then settled on the eve of trial, but why?5.  Shopkeepers privilege leads to Wallmart customer eating counterfeit money - from the WTF files!6.  AI Robots on the move, will they be able to do your dishes and laundry?7.  NFL playoff games now on Peacock (paid)?  Is this a winning formula?8. .AI domain names are EXPLODING, Attorney Steve® discussesThanks for listening!!

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http://www.snlshow.com - Click to listen to past episodes!In this episode, Steve and Lisa (Husband and Wife Law Firm Team) discuss the following current events:1.  Alabama Coach Nick Saban retires, or will he?2.  Gang rape in the Metaverse, should this be a crime?3.  Collegiate Name, Image and Likeness sports marketing is BOOMING!4.  Strike 3 Holdings had a chance to silence all critics by taking a Florida file-sharing case to trial, but then settled on the eve of trial, but why?5.  Shopkeepers privilege leads to Wallmart customer eating counterfeit money - from the WTF files!6.  AI Robots on the move, will they be able to do your dishes and laundry?7.  NFL playoff games now on Peacock (paid)?  Is this a winning formula?8. .AI domain names are EXPLODING, Attorney Steve® discussesThanks for listening!!

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Vondran Legal® - Sports Law - Collegiate NCAA Compliance Representation.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit us online at www.vondransports.com.Welcome to Vondran Legal®, your premier source for sports law and collegiate NCAA compliance representation. Our team and experienced attorney is here to provide you with top-notch legal services in the ever-evolving world of athletics.  At Vondran Legal®, we understand the unique challenges and complexities that come with being involved in the sports industry. That's why we lend our dispute resolution experience to help resolve matters in representing athletes, coaches, and other individuals who are subject to NCAA regulations. Whether you're a college athlete looking to navigate through eligibility rules, or a coach facing allegations of recruiting violations, our team has the knowledge and leadership skills to help guide you through the process. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our practice.  We can handle contract negotiation, name, image, and likeness issues, NCAA rules violations, intellectual property disputes, sports nickname trademarks and more.

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Vondran Legal® - Sports Law - Collegiate NCAA Compliance Representation.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit us online at www.vondransports.com.Welcome to Vondran Legal®, your premier source for sports law and collegiate NCAA compliance representation. Our team and experienced attorney is here to provide you with top-notch legal services in the ever-evolving world of athletics.  At Vondran Legal®, we understand the unique challenges and complexities that come with being involved in the sports industry. That's why we lend our dispute resolution experience to help resolve matters in representing athletes, coaches, and other individuals who are subject to NCAA regulations. Whether you're a college athlete looking to navigate through eligibility rules, or a coach facing allegations of recruiting violations, our team has the knowledge and leadership skills to help guide you through the process. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our practice.  We can handle contract negotiation, name, image, and likeness issues, NCAA rules violations, intellectual property disputes, sports nickname trademarks and more.

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Vondran Legal® Software Audit Defense 2023 Compliance Updates - Call us if you received a demand letter and need copyright legal counsel.  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.We are starting to get calls from businesses across the United States that are receiving software audit demand letters initiated by the BSA (Business Software Alliance).  The BSA is a software trade association that seeks to hold companies liable for infirngement of software products such as those created by Autodesk, Adobe, Bentley, CNC and others.  They used to do the infringement work for Microsoft, but our intel as of late is that this relationship has ended and MIcrosoft may be working on a ground-breaking Etherium Blockchain software piracy reporting system.  We have received calls from clients who inform us "we have done nothing wrong."  Only to be told that the EULA requires them to fill out an audit spreadsheet form and engage in the process, or risk having their LEGITIMATE PAID software shut down.  If true, how Draconian can a company be, especially in these tough financials times?At any rate, listen in as Attorney Steve® discusses.  Our firm is the clear leader in the United States having handled nearly a 1,000 software audits, and license compliance cases for a variety of software vendors including Siemens, Synopsis, Altium, Microsoft, Adobe, CNC/Mastercam, Autodesk (CAD/Revit/Maya), Vero/Hexagon, Ansys, Solidworks and others.  Vondran Legal is the leading copyright infringement defense law firm in the United States.Call us at (877) 276-5084 and we will discuss your copyright software case with you in confidence. 

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Vondran Legal® Software Audit Defense 2023 Compliance Updates - Call us if you received a demand letter and need copyright legal counsel.  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.We are starting to get calls from businesses across the United States that are receiving software audit demand letters initiated by the BSA (Business Software Alliance).  The BSA is a software trade association that seeks to hold companies liable for infirngement of software products such as those created by Autodesk, Adobe, Bentley, CNC and others.  They used to do the infringement work for Microsoft, but our intel as of late is that this relationship has ended and MIcrosoft may be working on a ground-breaking Etherium Blockchain software piracy reporting system.  We have received calls from clients who inform us "we have done nothing wrong."  Only to be told that the EULA requires them to fill out an audit spreadsheet form and engage in the process, or risk having their LEGITIMATE PAID software shut down.  If true, how Draconian can a company be, especially in these tough financials times?At any rate, listen in as Attorney Steve® discusses.  Our firm is the clear leader in the United States having handled nearly a 1,000 software audits, and license compliance cases for a variety of software vendors including Siemens, Synopsis, Altium, Microsoft, Adobe, CNC/Mastercam, Autodesk (CAD/Revit/Maya), Vero/Hexagon, Ansys, Solidworks and others.  Vondran Legal is the leading copyright infringement defense law firm in the United States.Call us at (877) 276-5084 and we will discuss your copyright software case with you in confidence. 

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Vondran Legal® - VARA Copyright Law Firm - Kerson vs. Vermont Law School - the Underground Railroad Mural.  If you have a legal issue involving art law, paintings, scultpures or illustrations, call us at (877) 276-5084.The Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA) is a United States copyright law that was enacted in 1990. It was introduced to protect visual artists and their artwork from destruction, mutilation, or modification that could harm an artist's honor or reputation. VARA grants certain rights to artists, including the right to prevent the destruction, distortion, or modification of their artwork, and the right to be credited as the author of their works.The history of VARA can be traced back to the early 20th century when modern art movements like Cubism and Surrealism emerged. These groundbreaking art forms challenged traditional notions of representation and pushed the boundaries of artistic expression. However, artists often faced significant criticism, and their works were sometimes destroyed or modified without their consent, leading to infringement of their artistic integrity.In response to such incidents, artists and art collectors began advocating for legal protection of an artist's moral rights, which had been recognized in some European countries. Moral rights refer to an artist's non-economic rights, such as the right to claim authorship and to prevent the distortion or modification of their work. The concept of moral rights was enshrined in the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works in 1928, which established international copyright standards.   

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Vondran Legal® - VARA Copyright Law Firm - Kerson vs. Vermont Law School - the Underground Railroad Mural.  If you have a legal issue involving art law, paintings, scultpures or illustrations, call us at (877) 276-5084.The Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA) is a United States copyright law that was enacted in 1990. It was introduced to protect visual artists and their artwork from destruction, mutilation, or modification that could harm an artist's honor or reputation. VARA grants certain rights to artists, including the right to prevent the destruction, distortion, or modification of their artwork, and the right to be credited as the author of their works.The history of VARA can be traced back to the early 20th century when modern art movements like Cubism and Surrealism emerged. These groundbreaking art forms challenged traditional notions of representation and pushed the boundaries of artistic expression. However, artists often faced significant criticism, and their works were sometimes destroyed or modified without their consent, leading to infringement of their artistic integrity.In response to such incidents, artists and art collectors began advocating for legal protection of an artist's moral rights, which had been recognized in some European countries. Moral rights refer to an artist's non-economic rights, such as the right to claim authorship and to prevent the distortion or modification of their work. The concept of moral rights was enshrined in the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works in 1928, which established international copyright standards.   

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Vondran Legal® - You CLICK we DEFEND® - Strike 3 Holdings Defense Law - FAQ.Here are the top FAQ's we get as IP legal counsel when "John Doe" Defendants are sued in Federal court over alleged movie file-sharing of Blacked, Tushy, Slade and Vixen movies.1.  How did Strike 3 find out I was downloading their movies?2.  What if I was a previous subscriber to their Tushy and Vixen videos?3.  Can I settle my case anonymously?4.  Are there any defenses to infringement?5.  What is a "financial hardship" case?6.  Why should I go with Vondran Legal?7.  What are typical settlement amounts?8.  What is the Cobbler case from the 9th Circuit, and why does it matter?9.  Has Strike 3 Holdings ever lost a case?10.  What happens if I am not the downloader?11.  Can you Quash the ISP subpoena?If you need legal help, call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit AttorneySteve.com. 

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Vondran Legal® - You CLICK we DEFEND® - Strike 3 Holdings Defense Law - FAQ.Here are the top FAQ's we get as IP legal counsel when "John Doe" Defendants are sued in Federal court over alleged movie file-sharing of Blacked, Tushy, Slade and Vixen movies.1.  How did Strike 3 find out I was downloading their movies?2.  What if I was a previous subscriber to their Tushy and Vixen videos?3.  Can I settle my case anonymously?4.  Are there any defenses to infringement?5.  What is a "financial hardship" case?6.  Why should I go with Vondran Legal?7.  What are typical settlement amounts?8.  What is the Cobbler case from the 9th Circuit, and why does it matter?9.  Has Strike 3 Holdings ever lost a case?10.  What happens if I am not the downloader?11.  Can you Quash the ISP subpoena?If you need legal help, call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit AttorneySteve.com. 

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Vondran Legal® - Artificial Intelligence Updates - Congress looking to pass Federal Right of Publicity law to curb Deep Fake content.WHAT IS PROHIBITED?Any person that, in a manner affecting interstate or foreign commerce (or using any means or facility of interstate or foreign commerce), engages in an activity described in paragraph (2) shall be liable in a civil action brought under subsection (d) for any damages sustained by the individual or rights holder injured as a result of that activity.(2) ACTIVITIES DESCRIBED.—An activity described in this paragraph is either of the following:(A) The production of a digital replica without consent of the applicable individual or rights holder.(B) The publication, distribution, or transmission of, or otherwise making available to the public, an unauthorized digital replica, if the person engaging in that activity has knowledge that the digital replica was not authorized by the applicable individual or rights holder.POTENTIAL REMEDIES FOR A PLAINTIFF REMEDIESIn any civil action brought under this subsection—(A) the person committing a violation of subsection (c) shall be liable to the injured party in an amount equal to the greater of—(i) $5,000 per violation;or(ii) any damages suffered by the injured party as a result of the violation;(B) in the case of a willful violation where the injured party has proven that the defendant acted with malice, fraud, or oppression, the court may award to the injured party punitive damages;and(C) the court may award to the prevailing party reasonable attorneys' fees.If you need legal help with a deep fake issue call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Vondran Legal® - Artificial Intelligence Updates - Congress looking to pass Federal Right of Publicity law to curb Deep Fake content.WHAT IS PROHIBITED?Any person that, in a manner affecting interstate or foreign commerce (or using any means or facility of interstate or foreign commerce), engages in an activity described in paragraph (2) shall be liable in a civil action brought under subsection (d) for any damages sustained by the individual or rights holder injured as a result of that activity.(2) ACTIVITIES DESCRIBED.—An activity described in this paragraph is either of the following:(A) The production of a digital replica without consent of the applicable individual or rights holder.(B) The publication, distribution, or transmission of, or otherwise making available to the public, an unauthorized digital replica, if the person engaging in that activity has knowledge that the digital replica was not authorized by the applicable individual or rights holder.POTENTIAL REMEDIES FOR A PLAINTIFF REMEDIESIn any civil action brought under this subsection—(A) the person committing a violation of subsection (c) shall be liable to the injured party in an amount equal to the greater of—(i) $5,000 per violation;or(ii) any damages suffered by the injured party as a result of the violation;(B) in the case of a willful violation where the injured party has proven that the defendant acted with malice, fraud, or oppression, the court may award to the injured party punitive damages;and(C) the court may award to the prevailing party reasonable attorneys' fees.If you need legal help with a deep fake issue call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® BitTorrent Litigation - Strike 3 Holdings Settlement Insights - Call us at (877) 276-5084If you're a well-off or wealthy individual, receiving a Strike 3 subpoena notice from your internet service provider (ISP) requires special considerations.  For one, if their copyright infrigement lawyers know you have money you can expect to pay a higher settlement.  When a new federal court litigation case starts, the "John Doe" Defendant will receive a subpoena notice from their ISP.  This notice will set a cutoff date afterwhich the ISP must release your name and address (of the subscriber) to the Plaintiff's law firm.  You want to make sure you LAWYER-UP and seek an anonymous settlement BEFORE THIS DATE!  Listen in to this important tip from Attorney Steve® - You CLICK, we DEFEND.For more help find us on the web at attorneysteve.com 

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Attorney Steve® BitTorrent Litigation - Strike 3 Holdings Settlement Insights - Call us at (877) 276-5084If you're a well-off or wealthy individual, receiving a Strike 3 subpoena notice from your internet service provider (ISP) requires special considerations.  For one, if their copyright infrigement lawyers know you have money you can expect to pay a higher settlement.  When a new federal court litigation case starts, the "John Doe" Defendant will receive a subpoena notice from their ISP.  This notice will set a cutoff date afterwhich the ISP must release your name and address (of the subscriber) to the Plaintiff's law firm.  You want to make sure you LAWYER-UP and seek an anonymous settlement BEFORE THIS DATE!  Listen in to this important tip from Attorney Steve® - You CLICK, we DEFEND.For more help find us on the web at attorneysteve.com 

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Vondran Legal® Free Speech Law Firm [California | Arizona] Call us at (877) 276-5084.To prevail in a free speech deprivation case under 42 U.S.C. 1983 in the Ninth Circuit, a plaintiff must typically prove the following elements:1. The plaintiff was engaged in protected speech or expression.2. The defendant, acting under the color of state law, deprived the plaintiff of that protected speech.3. The deprivation of the plaintiff's protected speech was intentional or willful.4. The deprivation caused an injury or harm to the plaintiff.Additionally, it is important to note that the Ninth Circuit has adopted a four-part test to analyze whether a government action violates the First Amendment:1. Is the action capable of chilling protected speech or expression?2. Does the action in fact chill protected speech?3. Is the action reasonably related to a legitimate penological or governmental interest?4. Are there alternative means to exercise the protected speech?If the plaintiff can establish these elements, they may prevail in their free speech deprivation case under 42 U.S.C. 1983 in the Ninth Circuit. However, it is essential to consult with an attorney to fully understand and navigate the specific legal requirements in a particular case.For more information visit us at FreeSpeechFirm.com

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Vondran Legal® Free Speech Law Firm [California | Arizona] Call us at (877) 276-5084.To prevail in a free speech deprivation case under 42 U.S.C. 1983 in the Ninth Circuit, a plaintiff must typically prove the following elements:1. The plaintiff was engaged in protected speech or expression.2. The defendant, acting under the color of state law, deprived the plaintiff of that protected speech.3. The deprivation of the plaintiff's protected speech was intentional or willful.4. The deprivation caused an injury or harm to the plaintiff.Additionally, it is important to note that the Ninth Circuit has adopted a four-part test to analyze whether a government action violates the First Amendment:1. Is the action capable of chilling protected speech or expression?2. Does the action in fact chill protected speech?3. Is the action reasonably related to a legitimate penological or governmental interest?4. Are there alternative means to exercise the protected speech?If the plaintiff can establish these elements, they may prevail in their free speech deprivation case under 42 U.S.C. 1983 in the Ninth Circuit. However, it is essential to consult with an attorney to fully understand and navigate the specific legal requirements in a particular case.For more information visit us at FreeSpeechFirm.com

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Attorney Steve® Fair Use Parody Cases - The Mattel Barbie case found to be a fair use for Defendant.This is general legal information only and not legal advice. "A parody is a "literary or artistic work that imitates the characteristic style of an author or a work for comic effect or ridicule." Id. at 580, 114 S.Ct. 1164 (quoting AMERICAN HERITAGE DICTIONARY 1317 (3d. 1992)). For the purposes of copyright law, a parodist may claim fair use where he or she uses some of the "elements of a prior author's composition to create a new one that, at least in part, comments on that author's works." Id. The original work need not be the sole subject of the parody; the parody "may loosely target an original" as long as the parody "reasonably could be perceived as commenting on the original or criticizing it, to some degree." Id. at 580-81, 583, 114 S.Ct. 1164.That a parody is in bad taste is not relevant to whether it constitutes fair use; "it would be a dangerous undertaking for persons trained only to the law to constitute themselves final judges of the worth of [a work]." Id. at 582-83, 114 S.Ct. 1164 (quoting Bleistein v.Donaldson Lithographing Co., (1903))."If you have a copyright fair use issue, contact us at AttorneySteve.com or call us at (877) 276-5084. 

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Attorney Steve® Fair Use Parody Cases - The Mattel Barbie case found to be a fair use for Defendant.This is general legal information only and not legal advice. "A parody is a "literary or artistic work that imitates the characteristic style of an author or a work for comic effect or ridicule." Id. at 580, 114 S.Ct. 1164 (quoting AMERICAN HERITAGE DICTIONARY 1317 (3d. 1992)). For the purposes of copyright law, a parodist may claim fair use where he or she uses some of the "elements of a prior author's composition to create a new one that, at least in part, comments on that author's works." Id. The original work need not be the sole subject of the parody; the parody "may loosely target an original" as long as the parody "reasonably could be perceived as commenting on the original or criticizing it, to some degree." Id. at 580-81, 583, 114 S.Ct. 1164.That a parody is in bad taste is not relevant to whether it constitutes fair use; "it would be a dangerous undertaking for persons trained only to the law to constitute themselves final judges of the worth of [a work]." Id. at 582-83, 114 S.Ct. 1164 (quoting Bleistein v.Donaldson Lithographing Co., (1903))."If you have a copyright fair use issue, contact us at AttorneySteve.com or call us at (877) 276-5084. 

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Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - The ITCA based in the Netherlands with worldwide officesWith the Business Software Alliance apparently not pursuing anymore Microsoft compliance cases, there is a new company that has recently come on my radar - the ITCA.  Listen in as Software Lawyer Steve Vondran, Esq. chimes in.  If you are facing a legal demand from a software company due to having unlicensed software, or invalid software, or over-assigning licenses (exceeding the scope of entitlements/EULA) call us at (877) 276-5084.  We are a nationwide leader in handling these disputes which are brought as copyright infringement disputes under Federal law.  We have handled companies such as Microsoft, Adobe, Siemens, Ansys, Synopsis, VB Conversion, Vero/Hegagon, Dessault/Solidworks, Autodesk and others.  

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Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - The ITCA based in the Netherlands with worldwide officesWith the Business Software Alliance apparently not pursuing anymore Microsoft compliance cases, there is a new company that has recently come on my radar - the ITCA.  Listen in as Software Lawyer Steve Vondran, Esq. chimes in.  If you are facing a legal demand from a software company due to having unlicensed software, or invalid software, or over-assigning licenses (exceeding the scope of entitlements/EULA) call us at (877) 276-5084.  We are a nationwide leader in handling these disputes which are brought as copyright infringement disputes under Federal law.  We have handled companies such as Microsoft, Adobe, Siemens, Ansys, Synopsis, VB Conversion, Vero/Hegagon, Dessault/Solidworks, Autodesk and others.  

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Attorney Steve® IPTV Defense - Motion Picture Associate Settlement AgreementsWhen entering into a Motion Picture Associate Settlement Agreement, it is crucial to thoroughly comprehend the various provisions and terms outlined in the agreement. Three key aspects that require careful consideration are future cooperation, confidentiality, and other terms of settlement. Understanding these elements helps ensure a clear understanding of your rights and obligations.1. Future cooperation: Settlement agreements often include provisions outlining future cooperation between the parties involved. These provisions may address matters such as the scope and extent of cooperation required, the timelines for providing assistance or information, and the means of communication required (e.g., in-person meetings, phone calls, email, etc.). It is important to understand these requirements and assess your ability and willingness to meet them. Additionally, you should consider any potential impact future cooperation may have on your personal and professional life.2. Confidentiality: Settlement agreements typically contain confidentiality clauses, which restrict the disclosure of certain information. This provision aims to protect the privacy and interests of all parties involved. It is crucial to fully comprehend the specifics of the confidentiality clause, including what information is considered confidential, the permitted exceptions for disclosure, and the consequences of violating the confidentiality provisions. Complying with confidentiality requirements is essential for maintaining the integrity of the settlement and protecting the parties' interests involved.For more information visit VondranLegal.com

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Attorney Steve® IPTV Defense - Motion Picture Associate Settlement AgreementsWhen entering into a Motion Picture Associate Settlement Agreement, it is crucial to thoroughly comprehend the various provisions and terms outlined in the agreement. Three key aspects that require careful consideration are future cooperation, confidentiality, and other terms of settlement. Understanding these elements helps ensure a clear understanding of your rights and obligations.1. Future cooperation: Settlement agreements often include provisions outlining future cooperation between the parties involved. These provisions may address matters such as the scope and extent of cooperation required, the timelines for providing assistance or information, and the means of communication required (e.g., in-person meetings, phone calls, email, etc.). It is important to understand these requirements and assess your ability and willingness to meet them. Additionally, you should consider any potential impact future cooperation may have on your personal and professional life.2. Confidentiality: Settlement agreements typically contain confidentiality clauses, which restrict the disclosure of certain information. This provision aims to protect the privacy and interests of all parties involved. It is crucial to fully comprehend the specifics of the confidentiality clause, including what information is considered confidential, the permitted exceptions for disclosure, and the consequences of violating the confidentiality provisions. Complying with confidentiality requirements is essential for maintaining the integrity of the settlement and protecting the parties' interests involved.For more information visit VondranLegal.com

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Attorney Steve® Photo Infringement Essentials - The Editorial License from Stock Photo Agencies like Alamy, iStockPhoto, and ShutterstockUsing an editorial license is indeed important when expressing opinions and reporting news, as it allows freedom of expression and protects First Amendment rights. However, it is crucial to understand that editorial license does not grant the right to commit defamation, publish false information, or infringe on someone's copyright.When it comes to using photographs or other copyrighted materials, it is necessary to obtain proper permissions or licenses from the copyright holder. Failing to do so may potentially lead to a copyright infringement claim, as you mentioned.To avoid such claims, it is advisable to either create your own original content or properly attribute and obtain permission for copyrighted material you wish to use. Additionally, understanding fair use guidelines and seeking advice from a legal professional can help you navigate potential copyright issues.For more help with photo infringement issues or image licensing and clearance email us through this page or call (877) 276-5084.  We have helped nearly a thousand businesses with copyright infringement matters.

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Attorney Steve® Photo Infringement Essentials - The Editorial License from Stock Photo Agencies like Alamy, iStockPhoto, and ShutterstockUsing an editorial license is indeed important when expressing opinions and reporting news, as it allows freedom of expression and protects First Amendment rights. However, it is crucial to understand that editorial license does not grant the right to commit defamation, publish false information, or infringe on someone's copyright.When it comes to using photographs or other copyrighted materials, it is necessary to obtain proper permissions or licenses from the copyright holder. Failing to do so may potentially lead to a copyright infringement claim, as you mentioned.To avoid such claims, it is advisable to either create your own original content or properly attribute and obtain permission for copyrighted material you wish to use. Additionally, understanding fair use guidelines and seeking advice from a legal professional can help you navigate potential copyright issues.For more help with photo infringement issues or image licensing and clearance email us through this page or call (877) 276-5084.  We have helped nearly a thousand businesses with copyright infringement matters.

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Attorney Steve® - Internet Law Updates - unlawful disclosure of movie watching habits!In today's digital age, movie-watching has taken on a new form. With the rise of streaming giants like Netflix and Hulu, many traditional video rental service providers have been left behind. However, one aspect that remains constant is the protection of consumers' privacy. Enacted in 1988, the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA) remains a crucial federal law that prohibits video tape service providers from disclosing any information related to their customers' rental history. While this law was originally aimed at traditional video rental stores, it has since been amended to include streaming movies. This means that companies are forbidden from selling data that could potentially reveal a customer's movie-watching habits. So next time you settle in to watch your favorite flick, rest easy knowing that your privacy is protected by the VPPA!  If not, call us for a free confidential case analysis.  Visit us at AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® - Internet Law Updates - unlawful disclosure of movie watching habits!In today's digital age, movie-watching has taken on a new form. With the rise of streaming giants like Netflix and Hulu, many traditional video rental service providers have been left behind. However, one aspect that remains constant is the protection of consumers' privacy. Enacted in 1988, the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA) remains a crucial federal law that prohibits video tape service providers from disclosing any information related to their customers' rental history. While this law was originally aimed at traditional video rental stores, it has since been amended to include streaming movies. This means that companies are forbidden from selling data that could potentially reveal a customer's movie-watching habits. So next time you settle in to watch your favorite flick, rest easy knowing that your privacy is protected by the VPPA!  If not, call us for a free confidential case analysis.  Visit us at AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® Photo Infringement Essentials - Copyright Small Claims Board ("CCB")In this episode of Piracy Log, Steve Vondran discusses one of the first decisions to come out of the CCB in Washington D.C.  A decision was rendered, but it was much lower than most people would have thought.  Listen in and fee free to share this podcast on your social media networks.

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Attorney Steve® Photo Infringement Essentials - Copyright Small Claims Board ("CCB")In this episode of Piracy Log, Steve Vondran discusses one of the first decisions to come out of the CCB in Washington D.C.  A decision was rendered, but it was much lower than most people would have thought.  Listen in and fee free to share this podcast on your social media networks.

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Attorney Steve® Software Essentials - Hexagon/Vero software piracy pursuits (Visi/Esprit) 2023Piracy LogWhen you get a phone call or a letter from Hexagon accusing you of using unlicensed or cracked software, it is important to understand the most important thing NOT TO DO.  Listen in as Attorney Steve® Vondran provides tales from the software trenches and hopefully your company will heed this advise.As always, if you need legal representation, Vondran Legal® is one of the top software compliance defense law firms in the United States having handled nearly 1,000 software/copyright infringement cases.Call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® Software Essentials - Hexagon/Vero software piracy pursuits (Visi/Esprit) 2023Piracy LogWhen you get a phone call or a letter from Hexagon accusing you of using unlicensed or cracked software, it is important to understand the most important thing NOT TO DO.  Listen in as Attorney Steve® Vondran provides tales from the software trenches and hopefully your company will heed this advise.As always, if you need legal representation, Vondran Legal® is one of the top software compliance defense law firms in the United States having handled nearly 1,000 software/copyright infringement cases.Call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® - BitTorrent Litigation Updates July 2023 [How the Cobbler Nevada case factors into settlements]When you get an ISP notice from your internet service provider (like Charter, Comcast, Cox, AT&T or Verizon) things can become pretty confusing pretty quick.  One key component to settling these alleged movie file-sharing cases is to understand the Cobbler Nevada case which puts an additional burden of proof on the Plaintiff in these copyright infringement matters.  Listen in as Attorney Steve Vondran discusses how this is used in real life movie litigation.If you received a demand letter or ISP subpoena notice call us at (877) 276-5084 for a free intial consultation, or visit us on the web at AttorneySteve.com. 

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Attorney Steve® - BitTorrent Litigation Updates July 2023 [How the Cobbler Nevada case factors into settlements]When you get an ISP notice from your internet service provider (like Charter, Comcast, Cox, AT&T or Verizon) things can become pretty confusing pretty quick.  One key component to settling these alleged movie file-sharing cases is to understand the Cobbler Nevada case which puts an additional burden of proof on the Plaintiff in these copyright infringement matters.  Listen in as Attorney Steve Vondran discusses how this is used in real life movie litigation.If you received a demand letter or ISP subpoena notice call us at (877) 276-5084 for a free intial consultation, or visit us on the web at AttorneySteve.com. 

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Attorney Steve® Trade Secret Litigation Essentials - Attorney fees and costs for a prevailing defendant.California Uniform Trade Secrets Act ("CUTSA") allows for the winning party Defendant to seek to recover their reasonable costs and attorney fees, including expert witness fees.  A Plaintiff must show (a) objective speciousness and (b) subjective bad faith. Listen as Attorey Steve® discusses this important topic for Defendants who were wrongfully sued, and in bad faith by an overly aggressive or ignorant Plaintiff.For more information about California Trade Secret law visit TradeSecretAttorney.com or call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® Trade Secret Litigation Essentials - Attorney fees and costs for a prevailing defendant.California Uniform Trade Secrets Act ("CUTSA") allows for the winning party Defendant to seek to recover their reasonable costs and attorney fees, including expert witness fees.  A Plaintiff must show (a) objective speciousness and (b) subjective bad faith. Listen as Attorey Steve® discusses this important topic for Defendants who were wrongfully sued, and in bad faith by an overly aggressive or ignorant Plaintiff.For more information about California Trade Secret law visit TradeSecretAttorney.com or call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® - Recent Trends in IP & Copyright law (Summer 2023)1.  Fair use opinions for educational institutions2.  Strike 3 Holdings going strong3.  Ansys cases still ongoing after Texas federal court case4.  Photo infringement cases (check your website images)5.  Joe Hand Boxing Piracy (don't use Roku or ESPN personal licenses for commercial use)6.  Vondran Legal® knocks out huge trade secret win (be careful before pursuing ex-employees)7.  Make sure to renew your trademarks (or face cancellation proceeding for abandonment)8.  Phone-home alert - check your remote licensees and new hires for unlicensed software.For more information contact us at (877) 276-5084. Feel free to share this podcast on your social media networks.  Also, check out AttorneySteveVideos.com - we have now reached 40,000 subscribers!!  Thank you for supporting equal access to justice!!  Thanks for listening.

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Attorney Steve® - Recent Trends in IP & Copyright law (Summer 2023)1.  Fair use opinions for educational institutions2.  Strike 3 Holdings going strong3.  Ansys cases still ongoing after Texas federal court case4.  Photo infringement cases (check your website images)5.  Joe Hand Boxing Piracy (don't use Roku or ESPN personal licenses for commercial use)6.  Vondran Legal® knocks out huge trade secret win (be careful before pursuing ex-employees)7.  Make sure to renew your trademarks (or face cancellation proceeding for abandonment)8.  Phone-home alert - check your remote licensees and new hires for unlicensed software.For more information contact us at (877) 276-5084. Feel free to share this podcast on your social media networks.  Also, check out AttorneySteveVideos.com - we have now reached 40,000 subscribers!!  Thank you for supporting equal access to justice!!  Thanks for listening.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Infringement Essentials - Fair Use DefenseIn the Mattel Barbie photo infringement case, the issue of fair use defense was a major factor in the trial. Mattel sued Walking Mountain Productions, an independent production company, for copyright infringement. The basis of the claim was that Defendant had used images of Barbie dolls in photos they produced without the permission of Mattel.At the trial, Walking Mountain argued that their use of the images was protected under the fair use doctrine. The doctrine of fair use is a defense to copyright infringement that allows the limited use of copyrighted material without the permission of the copyright holder.The doctrine states that certain uses of copyrighted material may be allowed without the permission of the copyright holder if the use is for a specific purpose or falls into certain categories of use. In the case of Walking Mountain Productions, they argued that their use of the images was for the purpose of parody and satire, which falls under the fair use doctrine. In the end, the court agreed with Walking Mountain, ruling that their use of the images was a protected form of fair use. This case serves as an example of how the fair use doctrine can be used to protect artists and other creators from copyright infringement.It also serves as a reminder that artists need to be aware of their rights when it comes to copyright law and the fair use doctrine. Artists should always seek legal advice if they are unsure whether their use of copyrighted material is protected by the fair use doctrine. 

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Infringement Essentials - Fair Use DefenseIn the Mattel Barbie photo infringement case, the issue of fair use defense was a major factor in the trial. Mattel sued Walking Mountain Productions, an independent production company, for copyright infringement. The basis of the claim was that Defendant had used images of Barbie dolls in photos they produced without the permission of Mattel.At the trial, Walking Mountain argued that their use of the images was protected under the fair use doctrine. The doctrine of fair use is a defense to copyright infringement that allows the limited use of copyrighted material without the permission of the copyright holder.The doctrine states that certain uses of copyrighted material may be allowed without the permission of the copyright holder if the use is for a specific purpose or falls into certain categories of use. In the case of Walking Mountain Productions, they argued that their use of the images was for the purpose of parody and satire, which falls under the fair use doctrine. In the end, the court agreed with Walking Mountain, ruling that their use of the images was a protected form of fair use. This case serves as an example of how the fair use doctrine can be used to protect artists and other creators from copyright infringement.It also serves as a reminder that artists need to be aware of their rights when it comes to copyright law and the fair use doctrine. Artists should always seek legal advice if they are unsure whether their use of copyrighted material is protected by the fair use doctrine. 

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Fair Use FactorsFAIR USE SHORTS EPISODE#1 - Using photos to criticize a political opponent.Fair use is an invaluable tool when it comes to copyright infringement. It is a longstanding defense and provides allowance for copyrighted material to be reused or reworked, providing the user acknowledges the original photograph. Navigating this legal and ever-evolving issue can be tricky; however, there are four factors which help determine if the utilization of a photograph falls under fair use:(1) Purpose & Character,(2) Nature of Copyrighted Work,(3) Amount & Substantiality,and(4) Effect on Potential Market.Taking these into account can help you stay within the bounds of usage for a given photograph and always acknowledge its origin story.  For legal services visit AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Fair Use FactorsFAIR USE SHORTS EPISODE#1 - Using photos to criticize a political opponent.Fair use is an invaluable tool when it comes to copyright infringement. It is a longstanding defense and provides allowance for copyrighted material to be reused or reworked, providing the user acknowledges the original photograph. Navigating this legal and ever-evolving issue can be tricky; however, there are four factors which help determine if the utilization of a photograph falls under fair use:(1) Purpose & Character,(2) Nature of Copyrighted Work,(3) Amount & Substantiality,and(4) Effect on Potential Market.Taking these into account can help you stay within the bounds of usage for a given photograph and always acknowledge its origin story.  For legal services visit AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - Autodesk tactics to avoid having clients hire legal counsel (while they also have legal counsel).Vondran Legal® has likely handled more software audits with Autodesk than any other lawyer in the United States. We have handled HUNDREDS of cases over the years.  Recently, we see a new tactic they are trying to do to keep the playing field UNLEVEL.  It appears they do not really want Autodesk clients to have legal counsel assisting them in representing their interests in a software audit.  Meanwhile, Autodesk has a team of its own in-house lawyers that routinely work on these cases.  Is this an intentional interference with a contract (my retainer agreement)?  I review the factors for the California tort in this podcast, and all rights are hereby reserved as I take a closer look at the viability of bringing a lawsuit against them.  The audit clause says nothing about you have no right to lawyer, and if you do hire a software attorney, then they can raise the settlement a percentage that they are literally making up on the fly.  We have heard the fees will jump 25%, 30% and one lawyer told us he was handling a case and there was no raise in fee.  This amounts to what appears to be an intentional tortious interference with my legal rights.  Stay tuned.

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Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - Autodesk tactics to avoid having clients hire legal counsel (while they also have legal counsel).Vondran Legal® has likely handled more software audits with Autodesk than any other lawyer in the United States. We have handled HUNDREDS of cases over the years.  Recently, we see a new tactic they are trying to do to keep the playing field UNLEVEL.  It appears they do not really want Autodesk clients to have legal counsel assisting them in representing their interests in a software audit.  Meanwhile, Autodesk has a team of its own in-house lawyers that routinely work on these cases.  Is this an intentional interference with a contract (my retainer agreement)?  I review the factors for the California tort in this podcast, and all rights are hereby reserved as I take a closer look at the viability of bringing a lawsuit against them.  The audit clause says nothing about you have no right to lawyer, and if you do hire a software attorney, then they can raise the settlement a percentage that they are literally making up on the fly.  We have heard the fees will jump 25%, 30% and one lawyer told us he was handling a case and there was no raise in fee.  This amounts to what appears to be an intentional tortious interference with my legal rights.  Stay tuned.

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Vondran Legal - Crypto & NFT Law - Ripple vs. SEC (motion for summary judgment).Ripple, the company behind the third-largest cryptocurrency by the same name, is facing a lawsuit from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC alleges that Ripple violated federal securities laws by selling unregistered securities in the form of its XRP tokens. Ripple has motioned for summary judgment, arguing that XRP is not a security and that the SEC's case is "legally and factually unsupportable." If the court rules in favor of Ripple, it would deal a major blow to the SEC's efforts to regulate cryptocurrencies. However, if the court rules against Ripple, it could have far-reaching implications for the cryptocurrency industry as a whole. Either way, the outcome of this lawsuit will have major implications for the future of cryptocurrencies.Watch our previous podcast to hear the reading of the SEC motion for summary judgment:  https://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/09/25/sec-vs-ripple-motion-for-summary-judgment-reading

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Vondran Legal - Crypto & NFT Law - Ripple vs. SEC (motion for summary judgment).Ripple, the company behind the third-largest cryptocurrency by the same name, is facing a lawsuit from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC alleges that Ripple violated federal securities laws by selling unregistered securities in the form of its XRP tokens. Ripple has motioned for summary judgment, arguing that XRP is not a security and that the SEC's case is "legally and factually unsupportable." If the court rules in favor of Ripple, it would deal a major blow to the SEC's efforts to regulate cryptocurrencies. However, if the court rules against Ripple, it could have far-reaching implications for the cryptocurrency industry as a whole. Either way, the outcome of this lawsuit will have major implications for the future of cryptocurrencies.Watch our previous podcast to hear the reading of the SEC motion for summary judgment:  https://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/09/25/sec-vs-ripple-motion-for-summary-judgment-reading

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/09/28/who-will-win-the-ripple-lawsuit-listen-as-attorney-steve-reads-the-msj Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:53:11 -0700 2304 California crypto lawyer,Vondran Legal,Ripple,XRP,digital tokens 1 12 false SEC vs. Ripple Motion for Summary Judgment Reading SEC vs. Ripple Motion for Summary Judgment Reading Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® Crypto Lawyer - SEC vs. RippleOn December 22, 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a motion for summary judgment against Ripple Labs Inc. and two of its executives, alleging that they had raised over $1.3 billion through an unregistered securities offering. The SEC's complaint alleges that Ripple's sales of digital tokens, known as XRP, constituted an "investment contract" under U.S. securities laws, and that Ripple violated these laws by failing to register the offering with the SEC. In its motion for summary judgment, the SEC argues that there is no genuine dispute of fact that Ripple's XRP tokens are securities, and that Ripple is therefore liable for violating the securities laws. A hearing on the motion is scheduled for December, 2022.

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Attorney Steve® Crypto Lawyer - SEC vs. RippleOn December 22, 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a motion for summary judgment against Ripple Labs Inc. and two of its executives, alleging that they had raised over $1.3 billion through an unregistered securities offering. The SEC's complaint alleges that Ripple's sales of digital tokens, known as XRP, constituted an "investment contract" under U.S. securities laws, and that Ripple violated these laws by failing to register the offering with the SEC. In its motion for summary judgment, the SEC argues that there is no genuine dispute of fact that Ripple's XRP tokens are securities, and that Ripple is therefore liable for violating the securities laws. A hearing on the motion is scheduled for December, 2022.

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Attorney Steve® Fair Use BasicsFilm producers and video creators have a real chance today to be the next Stephen Spielberg.  Content abounds on the internet, and sites like Instagram rolls, YouTube shorts, and TikTik videos can provide a chance to get your name out there and potentially even make money in the career you love.  Many times, the top creators (just like the top teachers and top lawyers) are storytellers.  Many times you need third party content to help tell your story.  In this case, there are several ways to go about it:1.  Get permission from the Rights holder (ex, the photographer for a photo you want to use or the music rights to a song you want to use).  Typically, you would want this in writing and there may be a fee involved, and it could take some time and technique to make sure you are dealing with the proper parties.  For music, you need to get the rights from both the publisher and the holder of master use rights (ex. the record label).  You will need a "synch license" as well if you are putting music/song to visual arts/movies.2.  Another way is to find "public domain" content.   Typically, movies and videos from the 1800's would be free to use as most copyrights have run out (double check).  However, if you get it wrong or miscalculate, you could face a copyright infringement lawsuits.3.  Another way is to qualify for "fair use" (best to use a fair use opinion letter and an IP firm like ours).  Fair use is a statutory right under 17 U.S.C. 107 but there are four factors you need to analyze.This podcast helps highlight, in general terms (not legal advice) some of the issues you may have as a content creator.  AttorneySteve.com   

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Attorney Steve® Fair Use BasicsFilm producers and video creators have a real chance today to be the next Stephen Spielberg.  Content abounds on the internet, and sites like Instagram rolls, YouTube shorts, and TikTik videos can provide a chance to get your name out there and potentially even make money in the career you love.  Many times, the top creators (just like the top teachers and top lawyers) are storytellers.  Many times you need third party content to help tell your story.  In this case, there are several ways to go about it:1.  Get permission from the Rights holder (ex, the photographer for a photo you want to use or the music rights to a song you want to use).  Typically, you would want this in writing and there may be a fee involved, and it could take some time and technique to make sure you are dealing with the proper parties.  For music, you need to get the rights from both the publisher and the holder of master use rights (ex. the record label).  You will need a "synch license" as well if you are putting music/song to visual arts/movies.2.  Another way is to find "public domain" content.   Typically, movies and videos from the 1800's would be free to use as most copyrights have run out (double check).  However, if you get it wrong or miscalculate, you could face a copyright infringement lawsuits.3.  Another way is to qualify for "fair use" (best to use a fair use opinion letter and an IP firm like ours).  Fair use is a statutory right under 17 U.S.C. 107 but there are four factors you need to analyze.This podcast helps highlight, in general terms (not legal advice) some of the issues you may have as a content creator.  AttorneySteve.com   

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Attorney Steve® - TV Signal Piracy - Joe Hand PromotionsIf you received the Joe Hand Promotions "love letter" call us to discuss your case.  This podcast explains a common example of what happens if you are sued in a boxing piracy case.  Below are some helpful links to videos we have created to educate you if you find yourself in this situation.ATTORNEY STEVE VIDEOSBoxing Piracy Damages: https://youtu.be/ELZxIsQbs_cOverview of Boxing Piracy Defense:  https://youtu.be/8j1drJ8my5YJ&J Sports Production overview:  https://youtu.be/MHwRuguQLLI

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Attorney Steve® - TV Signal Piracy - Joe Hand PromotionsIf you received the Joe Hand Promotions "love letter" call us to discuss your case.  This podcast explains a common example of what happens if you are sued in a boxing piracy case.  Below are some helpful links to videos we have created to educate you if you find yourself in this situation.ATTORNEY STEVE VIDEOSBoxing Piracy Damages: https://youtu.be/ELZxIsQbs_cOverview of Boxing Piracy Defense:  https://youtu.be/8j1drJ8my5YJ&J Sports Production overview:  https://youtu.be/MHwRuguQLLI

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Attorney Steve® - Software Piracy Essentials - The Hexagon/Vero software infringement letterGetting a legal demand letter from Hexagon is no fun.  You may also get a direct phone call from one of their representatives.  When this happens, my BIGGEST TIP is HANG UP THE PHONE. Don't talk to them and admit infringement of their software before you talk with a copyright lawyer.  We have handled hundreds of software audits since our founding in 2004, and this includes companies such as:SiemensAutodeskVB ConversionSynopsisMicrosoftAdobeHegaxon/VeroAnsysPTCBentley softwareSolidworksAnd others.  Given this experience, we have become one of the tops (IF NOT THE TOP) software infringement defense law firm in the United States.  You can review our resource page and YouTube channel, which show our vast experience in this niche area of copyright law.  If you need help with a EULA licensing issue or are accused of a Legends Never Die privacy, call us at (877) 276-5084.Our YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/user/attorneystevelaw Our Software Audit Resource Page:  https://www.vondranlegal.com/software-audit-ip-law-firm 

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Attorney Steve® - Software Piracy Essentials - The Hexagon/Vero software infringement letterGetting a legal demand letter from Hexagon is no fun.  You may also get a direct phone call from one of their representatives.  When this happens, my BIGGEST TIP is HANG UP THE PHONE. Don't talk to them and admit infringement of their software before you talk with a copyright lawyer.  We have handled hundreds of software audits since our founding in 2004, and this includes companies such as:SiemensAutodeskVB ConversionSynopsisMicrosoftAdobeHegaxon/VeroAnsysPTCBentley softwareSolidworksAnd others.  Given this experience, we have become one of the tops (IF NOT THE TOP) software infringement defense law firm in the United States.  You can review our resource page and YouTube channel, which show our vast experience in this niche area of copyright law.  If you need help with a EULA licensing issue or are accused of a Legends Never Die privacy, call us at (877) 276-5084.Our YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/user/attorneystevelaw Our Software Audit Resource Page:  https://www.vondranlegal.com/software-audit-ip-law-firm 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/09/16/overview-of-hexagon-vero-software-piracy-infringement Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0700 650 Hexagon,Cabinet vision,alphacam,software piracy lawyer,copyright defense attorney false Piracy Log Episode#5 with Steve and Lisa Vondran Piracy Log Episode#5 with Steve and Lisa Vondran Send us Fan Mail

The Piracy Log with Attorney Steve® - Wrap up of the latest piracy and copyright legal news!Topics discussed:Business Software Alliance appears to be back with audit casesCalifornia new Cyberflashing law has BIG penaltiesDish-Nagrastar on the movie with piracy cases9th Circuit Braking News - extenstion on right to recovery copyright infringement damagesCounterfeit product commercial highlights counterfeitting concernsMariah Carey - All I want for Christmas is you lawsuitTriller being sued by Paramount for breach of contractTrademark news - Usain Bolt logo trademark for celebration poseIf you need an IP lawyer, go for the best!  You can find us on the web at VondranLegal.com  

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The Piracy Log with Attorney Steve® - Wrap up of the latest piracy and copyright legal news!Topics discussed:Business Software Alliance appears to be back with audit casesCalifornia new Cyberflashing law has BIG penaltiesDish-Nagrastar on the movie with piracy cases9th Circuit Braking News - extenstion on right to recovery copyright infringement damagesCounterfeit product commercial highlights counterfeitting concernsMariah Carey - All I want for Christmas is you lawsuitTriller being sued by Paramount for breach of contractTrademark news - Usain Bolt logo trademark for celebration poseIf you need an IP lawyer, go for the best!  You can find us on the web at VondranLegal.com  

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/09/02/piracy-log-episode5-with-steve-and-lisa-vondran Thu, 01 Sep 2022 18:00:00 -0700 1830 Piracy log,copyright cases,entertainment law news,Mariah Carey,California cyberflashing law false Copyright Small Claims Board is open for business on June 16 2022 Copyright Small Claims Board is open for business on June 16 2022 Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve Copyright Law Essentials - Copyright Small Claims Board ("CCB")The copyright claims board, also known as the CCB, is set to open in Washington D.C. on June 16th, 2022. The board will accept copyright claims for things like photo infringement, art infringement, and music infringement. Claimants will be able to receive up to $30,000 for their claim. This is a great opportunity for artists and musicians who have had their work infringed upon to get the compensation they deserve. If you have been a victim of copyright infringement, be sure to file a claim with the CCB when it opens.Music, architecture plans, jewelry, fabric designs, and podcast episodes are just some of the things that can be registered as a copyright. Copyright protection exists from the moment a work is created in fixed form. This means that if you take a photo, for example, the photo is automatically copyrighted and you own the rights to it. However, if someone uses your photo without your permission, they may be infringing on your copyright. If you believe that someone has infringed on your copyright, you should consult with a copyright lawyer to discuss your options. Copyright infringement is a serious matter and can result in significant damages. Therefore, it is important to know your rights and understand how to protect your work.We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.  Also, make sure to join 36,000 who subscribe to the Attorney Steve® Legal YouTube channel (AttorneySteveVideos.com)

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Attorney Steve Copyright Law Essentials - Copyright Small Claims Board ("CCB")The copyright claims board, also known as the CCB, is set to open in Washington D.C. on June 16th, 2022. The board will accept copyright claims for things like photo infringement, art infringement, and music infringement. Claimants will be able to receive up to $30,000 for their claim. This is a great opportunity for artists and musicians who have had their work infringed upon to get the compensation they deserve. If you have been a victim of copyright infringement, be sure to file a claim with the CCB when it opens.Music, architecture plans, jewelry, fabric designs, and podcast episodes are just some of the things that can be registered as a copyright. Copyright protection exists from the moment a work is created in fixed form. This means that if you take a photo, for example, the photo is automatically copyrighted and you own the rights to it. However, if someone uses your photo without your permission, they may be infringing on your copyright. If you believe that someone has infringed on your copyright, you should consult with a copyright lawyer to discuss your options. Copyright infringement is a serious matter and can result in significant damages. Therefore, it is important to know your rights and understand how to protect your work.We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.  Also, make sure to join 36,000 who subscribe to the Attorney Steve® Legal YouTube channel (AttorneySteveVideos.com)

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/06/02/copyright-small-claims-board-is-open-for-business-on-june-16-2022 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0700 309 CCB,copyright claims board,Copyright,photographer,artist false How to become a lawyer by Attorney Steve® How to become a lawyer by Attorney Steve® Send us Fan Mail

Meet Attorney Steve® - Vondran Legal Hour - Thinking of becoming a lawyer?  What you need to know!In this episode, Attorney Steve® discusses the steps you might consider taking if you are planning on going to law school and becoming a lawyer.  In general, you can expect the following:Finish high school or GEDFinish collegeDecide if you want to be a lawyerDecide what type of lawyer you might want to beWrite a "purpose letter" (see if you really mean it)Apply to law schoolsGet accepted to the best school and one that meets your career goalsFinish law schoolPass bar examGet sworn inIf you want to learn more about the LSOP program watch this video:  https://youtu.be/4UuLbPIx0VU For litigation services, contact us at Vondran.com

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Meet Attorney Steve® - Vondran Legal Hour - Thinking of becoming a lawyer?  What you need to know!In this episode, Attorney Steve® discusses the steps you might consider taking if you are planning on going to law school and becoming a lawyer.  In general, you can expect the following:Finish high school or GEDFinish collegeDecide if you want to be a lawyerDecide what type of lawyer you might want to beWrite a "purpose letter" (see if you really mean it)Apply to law schoolsGet accepted to the best school and one that meets your career goalsFinish law schoolPass bar examGet sworn inIf you want to learn more about the LSOP program watch this video:  https://youtu.be/4UuLbPIx0VU For litigation services, contact us at Vondran.com

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Attorney Steve® Internet Law - Brand Protection Essentials - Using the DMCAGeneral tips if someone is abusing your brand online:1.  Someone copying or displaying your personal photo- could be a violation of the Right of Publicity (using your name, image or likeness for commercial purposes without consent).  Could be a lawsuit if the defendant is financially solvent.  You can also use a DMCA "takedown request" to send to the company where the picture is being posted (a counternotification could be filed by the other party), for example to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok.2.  Send a cease and desist letter to the website administrator (if you can find it on the website, or on the domain "whois" search), or send to the platform provider (ex. Wix, Shopify, Etsy).3.  File in federal court to seek a "DMCA subpoena" (no, you do not have to file a lawsuit).  This can help you "unmask" a wrongdoer and this can be sent to identify the perpetrator.  For example, once issued, the subpoena could be sent to GoDaddy, Cloudflare, or other company hosting the infringing or offending content.4.  Report "abuse" to the domain name registrar (ex. fake/imposter website violates the terms of service for the site and should be taken down).  This may provide a better level of anonymity when dealing with a malicious actor.5.  Trademark violations (domain cybersquatting, counterfeit products, logo infringement, etc.), the same thing, cease and desist letter or DMCA subpoena if the perpetrator has a "private" registered domain name or is otherwise seeking to hide their identity.AttorneySteve.com    

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Attorney Steve® Internet Law - Brand Protection Essentials - Using the DMCAGeneral tips if someone is abusing your brand online:1.  Someone copying or displaying your personal photo- could be a violation of the Right of Publicity (using your name, image or likeness for commercial purposes without consent).  Could be a lawsuit if the defendant is financially solvent.  You can also use a DMCA "takedown request" to send to the company where the picture is being posted (a counternotification could be filed by the other party), for example to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok.2.  Send a cease and desist letter to the website administrator (if you can find it on the website, or on the domain "whois" search), or send to the platform provider (ex. Wix, Shopify, Etsy).3.  File in federal court to seek a "DMCA subpoena" (no, you do not have to file a lawsuit).  This can help you "unmask" a wrongdoer and this can be sent to identify the perpetrator.  For example, once issued, the subpoena could be sent to GoDaddy, Cloudflare, or other company hosting the infringing or offending content.4.  Report "abuse" to the domain name registrar (ex. fake/imposter website violates the terms of service for the site and should be taken down).  This may provide a better level of anonymity when dealing with a malicious actor.5.  Trademark violations (domain cybersquatting, counterfeit products, logo infringement, etc.), the same thing, cease and desist letter or DMCA subpoena if the perpetrator has a "private" registered domain name or is otherwise seeking to hide their identity.AttorneySteve.com    

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/04/10/how-to-protect-your-brand-from-internet-abusers Sun, 10 Apr 2022 16:00:00 -0700 485 DMCA takedown,phishing website,search engine placement,whois,domain dispute false Strike 3 Order to Show Cause over unredacted filing Strike 3 Order to Show Cause over unredacted filing Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® - Strike 3 Holdings Litigation Updates - Order to Show CauseHere is a case from Michigan Federal District Court where Strike 3 violated the Court's order (whether intentional or accidental remains to be seen since no response to the OSC has been filed.  This can highlight the importance of seeking to settle your copyright BitTorrent file-sharing case (Tushy, Blacked, Vixen), early on to prevent things like this from happening which can make your name temporarily available on the public docket.For help with a torrent ISP defense case, call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® - Strike 3 Holdings Litigation Updates - Order to Show CauseHere is a case from Michigan Federal District Court where Strike 3 violated the Court's order (whether intentional or accidental remains to be seen since no response to the OSC has been filed.  This can highlight the importance of seeking to settle your copyright BitTorrent file-sharing case (Tushy, Blacked, Vixen), early on to prevent things like this from happening which can make your name temporarily available on the public docket.For help with a torrent ISP defense case, call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve BitTorrent Settlement Essentials - Submitting financialsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour® Attorney Steve® discusses what we look for in terms of financial hardships when seeking to get the best settlement possible in a Strike 3 Holdings file-sharing lawsuit case.  We have appeared in over 250 federal court copyright infringement cases making us one of the top firms in the United States.  Here are a few of the things you can expect their copyright counsel may look at in determining a reasonable settlement:Income - how much do you make each year?  Salary?  Hourly?  Overtime? (Tax Returns)Monthly cash-flow (how much coming in deposits each month? How much going out?  (Bank statements)Medical bills (dental, vision, verge of bankruptcy)Large student loans coming out of defermentHigh-interest credit card bills with limited cash available to accessDo you own a home?  What is the equity amount?  Do you rent?  If so, how much do you pay?Do you own any investment real estate?Do you own NFTs or cryptocurrencies, gold or silver?Are you currently enrolled as a student?Are you younger and living with your parents?Other evidence of a lack of disposable income (ex. does your Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or LinkedIn make you appear to be well-off)?These are some of the main factors we look at in any infringement case including IPTV infringement, IPTV TV signal broadcast, photo infringement and other IP infringement cases where settlement amount becomes a factor.  For more information visit our website at AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve BitTorrent Settlement Essentials - Submitting financialsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour® Attorney Steve® discusses what we look for in terms of financial hardships when seeking to get the best settlement possible in a Strike 3 Holdings file-sharing lawsuit case.  We have appeared in over 250 federal court copyright infringement cases making us one of the top firms in the United States.  Here are a few of the things you can expect their copyright counsel may look at in determining a reasonable settlement:Income - how much do you make each year?  Salary?  Hourly?  Overtime? (Tax Returns)Monthly cash-flow (how much coming in deposits each month? How much going out?  (Bank statements)Medical bills (dental, vision, verge of bankruptcy)Large student loans coming out of defermentHigh-interest credit card bills with limited cash available to accessDo you own a home?  What is the equity amount?  Do you rent?  If so, how much do you pay?Do you own any investment real estate?Do you own NFTs or cryptocurrencies, gold or silver?Are you currently enrolled as a student?Are you younger and living with your parents?Other evidence of a lack of disposable income (ex. does your Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or LinkedIn make you appear to be well-off)?These are some of the main factors we look at in any infringement case including IPTV infringement, IPTV TV signal broadcast, photo infringement and other IP infringement cases where settlement amount becomes a factor.  For more information visit our website at AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® IP Enforcement Essentials - Protect your brand and IP from infringing or counterfeit importation of goods.If your company has valuable intellectual property (such as trademarks registered on the principal register, trade secrets, copyrights registered with the United States Copyright Office (USCO), or patents registered with the USPTO), then it would behoove you to look into this rather simple way to federally register your rights with the CBP (Customs and Border Protection office).  This is the largest federal law enforcement agency in the United States and they monitor, inspect, and where there is probable cause to believe there is illegal activity going on, seize infringing or counterfeit goods, and even destroy them altogether.  For brands, this is a really good low-cost way to get an extra set of eyes looking out for your intellectual property on a nationwide level.  For more information, or to get started, call us at (877) 276-5084 or check out our website at RegisterIPR.com.Thanks for listening.  Feel free to share this podcast!!

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Attorney Steve® IP Enforcement Essentials - Protect your brand and IP from infringing or counterfeit importation of goods.If your company has valuable intellectual property (such as trademarks registered on the principal register, trade secrets, copyrights registered with the United States Copyright Office (USCO), or patents registered with the USPTO), then it would behoove you to look into this rather simple way to federally register your rights with the CBP (Customs and Border Protection office).  This is the largest federal law enforcement agency in the United States and they monitor, inspect, and where there is probable cause to believe there is illegal activity going on, seize infringing or counterfeit goods, and even destroy them altogether.  For brands, this is a really good low-cost way to get an extra set of eyes looking out for your intellectual property on a nationwide level.  For more information, or to get started, call us at (877) 276-5084 or check out our website at RegisterIPR.com.Thanks for listening.  Feel free to share this podcast!!

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/03/09/iprr-recordation-of-your-copyrights-trademarks-patents-and-trade-secrets Tue, 08 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0800 332 IPR recording system,Customs and Border Protection,trademark protection,Attorney Steve,intellectual property lawyer false Short and quick snapshot of the UDRP domain dispute process by Attorney Steve® Short and quick snapshot of the UDRP domain dispute process by Attorney Steve® Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® Domain Name Dispute Essentials - Overview of the domain dispute procedural process!

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/03/08/short-and-quick-snapshot-of-the-udrp-domain-dispute-process-by-attorney-steve Tue, 08 Mar 2022 12:30:00 -0800 728 UDRP,WIPO domain arbitration,NAF domain arbitration,brand tips,confusingly similar false Copyright Small Claims Board March 2022 Updates Copyright Small Claims Board March 2022 Updates Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® Copyright Small Claims CASE ACT updates for March 2022 - Corporations, Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations eligible to designate agents for infringement matters!In a new partial final rule, the Copyright Claims Board ("CCB") is now initiating the ability to register an "agent" where copyright claims cases can be served on the corporation.  This allows big companies that are expecting to have a large number of claims filed against them to register an agent.  The complainant in the case must serve the corporation through the agent, or to an email address that is established permitting service.  This is starting now so if your company is looking to get started with the CASE Act go to our website CopyrightCASE.com

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Small Claims CASE ACT updates for March 2022 - Corporations, Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations eligible to designate agents for infringement matters!In a new partial final rule, the Copyright Claims Board ("CCB") is now initiating the ability to register an "agent" where copyright claims cases can be served on the corporation.  This allows big companies that are expecting to have a large number of claims filed against them to register an agent.  The complainant in the case must serve the corporation through the agent, or to an email address that is established permitting service.  This is starting now so if your company is looking to get started with the CASE Act go to our website CopyrightCASE.com

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Safe Harbors for Copyright Registration DefectsIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve® discusses copyright registration and defects thereto and how the copyright "safe harbors" come into play.  Plaintiff (Unicolors) filed a lawsuit and had their registration placed at issue apparently because they filed too many of their art/fabric designs in one application and Defendant argued there should have been separate applications.  In other words, they argued this was a 'legal" defect as opposed to factual (remember the old saying that ignorance of the law is no defense).  Well, it appears in copyright infringement it can be!  In essence, the court found this to be a trivial defect, not knowing and material, and held that the copyright safe harbor provision (cited below for your convenience) applies to both mistakes of law and fact.  The district court does not have to check with the copyright office where there are no issues of fraud or material defect.Link to the case Unicolors, Inc. v. H&M Hennes & Muaritz, L.P. caseIf you need help with a copyright litigation matter call us at (877) 276-5084

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Safe Harbors for Copyright Registration DefectsIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve® discusses copyright registration and defects thereto and how the copyright "safe harbors" come into play.  Plaintiff (Unicolors) filed a lawsuit and had their registration placed at issue apparently because they filed too many of their art/fabric designs in one application and Defendant argued there should have been separate applications.  In other words, they argued this was a 'legal" defect as opposed to factual (remember the old saying that ignorance of the law is no defense).  Well, it appears in copyright infringement it can be!  In essence, the court found this to be a trivial defect, not knowing and material, and held that the copyright safe harbor provision (cited below for your convenience) applies to both mistakes of law and fact.  The district court does not have to check with the copyright office where there are no issues of fraud or material defect.Link to the case Unicolors, Inc. v. H&M Hennes & Muaritz, L.P. caseIf you need help with a copyright litigation matter call us at (877) 276-5084

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/02/28/ussupreme-court-holds-mistakes-of-law-covered-by-copyright-safe-harbor Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0800 286 copyright safe harbor,mistakes of law,mistakes of fact,Unicolors copyright case,defenses to infringement false MPPA hiring internet (piracy) investigators, the threat is real and increasing MPPA hiring internet (piracy) investigators, the threat is real and increasing Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® IPTV illegal Movie and Television Interception and Broadcast - MPAA is hiring internet investigatorsIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour® Attorney Steve® Copyright infringement lawyer discusses the MPAA (Motion picture association that has members such as Paramount, Universal Studios, Warner Brothers, Universal, and Amazon Content Services - among others) and a recent job posting on indeed for an internet investigator with copyright infringement investigation experience.  In their job ad, it is noted how movie and television piracy can lead to enforcement options such as civil or criminal.  If you are in the business, and just learning about the illegality, now is the time to get out.  If you need help dealing with a cease and desist or legal demand from the MPAA in Sherman Oaks, or have a related issue, call us for a free initial consultation.  We have helped many clients with IPTV cases including Dish-Nagrastar, and MPA or the A.C.E. AllianceYou can find us on the web at MoviePiracyLawyer.com

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Attorney Steve® IPTV illegal Movie and Television Interception and Broadcast - MPAA is hiring internet investigatorsIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour® Attorney Steve® Copyright infringement lawyer discusses the MPAA (Motion picture association that has members such as Paramount, Universal Studios, Warner Brothers, Universal, and Amazon Content Services - among others) and a recent job posting on indeed for an internet investigator with copyright infringement investigation experience.  In their job ad, it is noted how movie and television piracy can lead to enforcement options such as civil or criminal.  If you are in the business, and just learning about the illegality, now is the time to get out.  If you need help dealing with a cease and desist or legal demand from the MPAA in Sherman Oaks, or have a related issue, call us for a free initial consultation.  We have helped many clients with IPTV cases including Dish-Nagrastar, and MPA or the A.C.E. AllianceYou can find us on the web at MoviePiracyLawyer.com

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Attorney Steve® IP Law Updates - February 2022 - Latest Trends in IP lawIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss some of the most pressing and trending topics in IP Law including:NFT lawsuitsMetaverse and sexual gropingTrademark and Domain Disputes (recent victory for Vondran Legal over a Strike 3 Holdings bitTorrent competitor)Social media defamation law and Anti-SLAPPCrypto currency pump and dump allegations in the Kim Kardashian / Etherium Max case (not to be confused with Etherium - ETH)Hope you enjoy these topics and thanks for listening

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Attorney Steve® IP Law Updates - February 2022 - Latest Trends in IP lawIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss some of the most pressing and trending topics in IP Law including:NFT lawsuitsMetaverse and sexual gropingTrademark and Domain Disputes (recent victory for Vondran Legal over a Strike 3 Holdings bitTorrent competitor)Social media defamation law and Anti-SLAPPCrypto currency pump and dump allegations in the Kim Kardashian / Etherium Max case (not to be confused with Etherium - ETH)Hope you enjoy these topics and thanks for listening

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Metaverse Legal Group - Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress - Virtual GropingIn this exciting episode of Litigation Whiteboard® Attorney Steve® discusses the metaverse and "sexual assaults" that have allegedly occurred in the virtual reality zone.  One question I pose is whether or not it is legal (meaning, is there any law prohibiting such digital conduct)?  One legal angle I explore is the tort of outrage (aka Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress).  Is this type of digital activity tortious?  Of course it will violate the community standards of gaming platforms such as Quivr and Horizon Worlds and others, but will a lawsuit be viable against either the platform (not able to provide adequate protections), or against the anonymous users (screenshots may help you locate them)?  These are new questions for a new digital age. Take a listen!Click here to watch my video on Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: If you like this podcast of Vondran Legal Hour feel free to share it on your social media networks.       

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Metaverse Legal Group - Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress - Virtual GropingIn this exciting episode of Litigation Whiteboard® Attorney Steve® discusses the metaverse and "sexual assaults" that have allegedly occurred in the virtual reality zone.  One question I pose is whether or not it is legal (meaning, is there any law prohibiting such digital conduct)?  One legal angle I explore is the tort of outrage (aka Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress).  Is this type of digital activity tortious?  Of course it will violate the community standards of gaming platforms such as Quivr and Horizon Worlds and others, but will a lawsuit be viable against either the platform (not able to provide adequate protections), or against the anonymous users (screenshots may help you locate them)?  These are new questions for a new digital age. Take a listen!Click here to watch my video on Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: If you like this podcast of Vondran Legal Hour feel free to share it on your social media networks.       

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2022/02/10/is-it-illegal-to-sexually-grope-an-avatar-in-the-metaverse Wed, 09 Feb 2022 20:00:00 -0800 639 metaverse lawyer,digital dispute,IIED,avatar groping,virtual worlds false Attorney Steve® overview of legal liability for Reverse Cybersquatting Attorney Steve® overview of legal liability for Reverse Cybersquatting Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® Domain Dispute Essentials - Bad Faith Abuse of UDRP Proceedings can lead to RDNH allegations in federal court.In this important IP law podcast, Attorney Steve® discusses domain disputes with WIPO and the National Arbitration Forum.  Basically, these are what's known as "UDRP domain name disputes" and arises where a Plaintiff claims to have valid trademark rights that pre-date those of another party, and that the other party is thus, in essence, infringing its trademark.  A UDRP action is a low cost arbitration and the domain name holder is required to submit to the proceeding (and yes, pay fees), so that the dispute can be heard.  While this is generally known as a quick and inexpensive way to protect a valid trademark, there is tremendous opportunity for abuse by Trademark Bully's seeking to over-reach and at times to file a UDRP complaint for no good reason other than to harass, bully, and try to strip away a domain name they often times wish they had purchased themselves (but lacked any real business acumen in this area).This can force desperate people to do desperate things and if requested, the UDRP domain arbitration panel (one to three panel members) can be asked to declare that the complaint has engaged in "Reverse Domain Name Hijacking."  Once this hapens, it potentially opens doors in federal court to sue for RDNH and to seek recourse up to $100,000 per domain name, and costs and attorney fees.  There may also be other state law legal theories to tag on as part of supplemental jurisdiction. Click to listen to this IP podcast and learn more than most people know.  If you need help with a trademark lawsuit, declaratory judgment, UDRP domain dispute, cease and desist letter, or ACPA RDNH lawsuit, call us at (877) 276-5084 for more information.   

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Attorney Steve® Domain Dispute Essentials - Bad Faith Abuse of UDRP Proceedings can lead to RDNH allegations in federal court.In this important IP law podcast, Attorney Steve® discusses domain disputes with WIPO and the National Arbitration Forum.  Basically, these are what's known as "UDRP domain name disputes" and arises where a Plaintiff claims to have valid trademark rights that pre-date those of another party, and that the other party is thus, in essence, infringing its trademark.  A UDRP action is a low cost arbitration and the domain name holder is required to submit to the proceeding (and yes, pay fees), so that the dispute can be heard.  While this is generally known as a quick and inexpensive way to protect a valid trademark, there is tremendous opportunity for abuse by Trademark Bully's seeking to over-reach and at times to file a UDRP complaint for no good reason other than to harass, bully, and try to strip away a domain name they often times wish they had purchased themselves (but lacked any real business acumen in this area).This can force desperate people to do desperate things and if requested, the UDRP domain arbitration panel (one to three panel members) can be asked to declare that the complaint has engaged in "Reverse Domain Name Hijacking."  Once this hapens, it potentially opens doors in federal court to sue for RDNH and to seek recourse up to $100,000 per domain name, and costs and attorney fees.  There may also be other state law legal theories to tag on as part of supplemental jurisdiction. Click to listen to this IP podcast and learn more than most people know.  If you need help with a trademark lawsuit, declaratory judgment, UDRP domain dispute, cease and desist letter, or ACPA RDNH lawsuit, call us at (877) 276-5084 for more information.   

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Attorney Steve® Digital Asset Essentials - NFT and Smart Contracts on Etherium and Copyright OwnershipA lot of people are talking about NFT's being the next BIG THING technology-wise.  This may be true as we have seen some people generate some whopping sales prices (Twitter owners first tweet was minted and sold for 2.4 million) using cryptocurrency to purchase digital assets such as digital characters, artwork, landscape photos, .eth domains, land in the metaverse (ex. Superworld, Decentraland and the Sandbox) and much more.  But, many people do not know what "rights of ownership" you actually get.  By making a purchase on a web marketplace like OpenSea.io does one become the new owner of the digital art?  Generally speaking, they do not.  Instead, they are buying a "non-fungible token" (thus the term NFT), which is really just a way of saying you have purchased a unique, potentially rare, work of art represented as a token with the sale recorded on the blockchain (such as etherium).If you want the rights to reproduct the digital art offline, or to make merchadise bearing the art, or even the right to make "derivatives" of the copyrighted work, you should consider having a SEPARATE CONTRACT with the creator that spells out exactly what you are getting when you make the purchase.  If not, the smart contract will control, and what you are typically purchasing is the right to list and resell the token (usually with the original creator having a right to a percentage of that sale).This is a nuance some are aware of, but many I have talked to are not.  Heck, most people just look at me like I am crazy when I say NFT's are awesome.At any rate, I hope you like this podcast, and if you a separe copyright assignment or transfer agreement, deed of license, or other IP legal assistance you know where to find us. 

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Attorney Steve® Digital Asset Essentials - NFT and Smart Contracts on Etherium and Copyright OwnershipA lot of people are talking about NFT's being the next BIG THING technology-wise.  This may be true as we have seen some people generate some whopping sales prices (Twitter owners first tweet was minted and sold for 2.4 million) using cryptocurrency to purchase digital assets such as digital characters, artwork, landscape photos, .eth domains, land in the metaverse (ex. Superworld, Decentraland and the Sandbox) and much more.  But, many people do not know what "rights of ownership" you actually get.  By making a purchase on a web marketplace like OpenSea.io does one become the new owner of the digital art?  Generally speaking, they do not.  Instead, they are buying a "non-fungible token" (thus the term NFT), which is really just a way of saying you have purchased a unique, potentially rare, work of art represented as a token with the sale recorded on the blockchain (such as etherium).If you want the rights to reproduct the digital art offline, or to make merchadise bearing the art, or even the right to make "derivatives" of the copyrighted work, you should consider having a SEPARATE CONTRACT with the creator that spells out exactly what you are getting when you make the purchase.  If not, the smart contract will control, and what you are typically purchasing is the right to list and resell the token (usually with the original creator having a right to a percentage of that sale).This is a nuance some are aware of, but many I have talked to are not.  Heck, most people just look at me like I am crazy when I say NFT's are awesome.At any rate, I hope you like this podcast, and if you a separe copyright assignment or transfer agreement, deed of license, or other IP legal assistance you know where to find us. 

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Attorney Steve® - Digital Currency Law Essentials - SEC vs. Ripple (XRP) lawsuit over alleged unregistered securitiesHere is a general legal overview (not legal or investment advice) of the SEC lawsuit filed in December of 2020 against Ripple Labs (now XRP).  This lawsuit alleges that Ripple is selling unregistered securities to "investors."  Will the lawsuit hold up or will the price skyrocket to the moon?  I think we will have the answer this year (2022).  Make sure to check out Vondran Legal® video channel for a video overview of the complaint.

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Attorney Steve® - Digital Currency Law Essentials - SEC vs. Ripple (XRP) lawsuit over alleged unregistered securitiesHere is a general legal overview (not legal or investment advice) of the SEC lawsuit filed in December of 2020 against Ripple Labs (now XRP).  This lawsuit alleges that Ripple is selling unregistered securities to "investors."  Will the lawsuit hold up or will the price skyrocket to the moon?  I think we will have the answer this year (2022).  Make sure to check out Vondran Legal® video channel for a video overview of the complaint.

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Attorney Steve® TV Signal Piracy Updates 2021 - What you need to know when you receive a lettter from Joe Hand alleging illegal interception and boradcast of boxing events or combat sports.Joe Hand has not shown much sign of letting up on infringers of their UFC fights.  The reason for this makes sense as they are contractually obligated to enforce their intellectual property rights so that the PAYING commercial customers do not throw up their hands and say "why should I buy your fights if the guy down the street is allowed to show it for free."Thus, they pursue these claims often for significant monetary damages and companies like G&G Closed Circuit may call your business and demand as much as $50,000 to settle the case or they may threaten to file a civil court lawsuit.  G&G is one of the worst in this area.  Joe Hand, however, is much more civilized in my opinion, and setttlements are much more reasonable. If you received a letter from a lawfirm such as Jekielek & Janis or other firm, contact us for a free initial discussion at (877) 276-5084.  You can find us at our corporate homepage at VondranLegal.com. We have helped many clients resolve this cases both in and out of court.

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Attorney Steve® TV Signal Piracy Updates 2021 - What you need to know when you receive a lettter from Joe Hand alleging illegal interception and boradcast of boxing events or combat sports.Joe Hand has not shown much sign of letting up on infringers of their UFC fights.  The reason for this makes sense as they are contractually obligated to enforce their intellectual property rights so that the PAYING commercial customers do not throw up their hands and say "why should I buy your fights if the guy down the street is allowed to show it for free."Thus, they pursue these claims often for significant monetary damages and companies like G&G Closed Circuit may call your business and demand as much as $50,000 to settle the case or they may threaten to file a civil court lawsuit.  G&G is one of the worst in this area.  Joe Hand, however, is much more civilized in my opinion, and setttlements are much more reasonable. If you received a letter from a lawfirm such as Jekielek & Janis or other firm, contact us for a free initial discussion at (877) 276-5084.  You can find us at our corporate homepage at VondranLegal.com. We have helped many clients resolve this cases both in and out of court.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2021/12/30/quick-overview-of-joe-hand-promotions-boxing-piracy-cases Wed, 29 Dec 2021 18:30:00 -0800 710 Joe Hand promotions letter,TV signal piracy attorney,federal telecommunications act,copyright piracy,combat sports piracy false Tis the season to settle your software licensing dispute Tis the season to settle your software licensing dispute Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® - Software Audit Essentials - End of year deals on your radar?  Close out your licensing disputes for a clean slate in 2022.Our law firm has helped hundreds of companies resolve software licensing disputes with companies like Microsoft (Business Software Alliance), Adobe, Vero, Siemens, VB Conversion, SIIA, Software Compliance Group, Ansys, Autodesk and Solidworks over the years.  We have helped both large and small companies from accounting firms to medical copmanies, law firm, architects, designers, cabinet companies, manufacturers, engineering companies and others.This is the time of year in my opinion to get your outstanding cases settled.  If you received a letter from a company like Harness & Dickey, Donahue Fitzgerald, Townsend Kirpatrick, Kutak Rock or other copyright law firms, call us for a free review of your case.  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.  Many companies, while fairly firm on their negotiations most of the year, will agree to reduced deals if you can get your case closed out by December 31, 2021.  This is to "close out the books" for the year and move on to new cases in 2022 which promises to be aonther busy year interpreting audits, running computer scans, analyzing the use of credential sharing or over-installation or the use of "cracked software."Before just making the decision to "hold this over until 2022" think about the potential business advantages of resolving your software compliance matters now.Make sure to check out our popular legal video channel (over 32k subscribers) where I have posted many great software-related videos. 

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Attorney Steve® - Software Audit Essentials - End of year deals on your radar?  Close out your licensing disputes for a clean slate in 2022.Our law firm has helped hundreds of companies resolve software licensing disputes with companies like Microsoft (Business Software Alliance), Adobe, Vero, Siemens, VB Conversion, SIIA, Software Compliance Group, Ansys, Autodesk and Solidworks over the years.  We have helped both large and small companies from accounting firms to medical copmanies, law firm, architects, designers, cabinet companies, manufacturers, engineering companies and others.This is the time of year in my opinion to get your outstanding cases settled.  If you received a letter from a company like Harness & Dickey, Donahue Fitzgerald, Townsend Kirpatrick, Kutak Rock or other copyright law firms, call us for a free review of your case.  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.  Many companies, while fairly firm on their negotiations most of the year, will agree to reduced deals if you can get your case closed out by December 31, 2021.  This is to "close out the books" for the year and move on to new cases in 2022 which promises to be aonther busy year interpreting audits, running computer scans, analyzing the use of credential sharing or over-installation or the use of "cracked software."Before just making the decision to "hold this over until 2022" think about the potential business advantages of resolving your software compliance matters now.Make sure to check out our popular legal video channel (over 32k subscribers) where I have posted many great software-related videos. 

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Attorney Steve® Technology Law - Crypto, NFT's and now Digitial Real Estate ("collectibles").  In this interesting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® intellectual property attorney discusses the new phenomena of investing in digital real estate in the "metaverse" on sites such as Superworld, The Sandbox, or Decentraland.  Is this a passign fad or something your company should realistically look into?  In short, you can buy or sell properties (ex. NIke has a virtual store) and many others have scooped up digitial space on these platforms.  Before you say "this is crazy, learn more."If you have an entertainment, IP or technology legal issue, contact us at VondranLegal.com

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Attorney Steve® Technology Law - Crypto, NFT's and now Digitial Real Estate ("collectibles").  In this interesting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® intellectual property attorney discusses the new phenomena of investing in digital real estate in the "metaverse" on sites such as Superworld, The Sandbox, or Decentraland.  Is this a passign fad or something your company should realistically look into?  In short, you can buy or sell properties (ex. NIke has a virtual store) and many others have scooped up digitial space on these platforms.  Before you say "this is crazy, learn more."If you have an entertainment, IP or technology legal issue, contact us at VondranLegal.com

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Attorney Steve® IPTV Defense - Understanding Dish-Nagrastar Settlement Terms - The "Cooperation Clause"Dish/Nagrastar are going over illegal "resellers" of their copyright protected content and sending demand letters for people charged, in many cases, of being part of a "criminal organization."  They have a anti-piracy team set up to investigate and pursue violators and seek penalties, fines and fees.  In these cases, it is critical to seek legal representation especially since they can be alleging that you committed a CRIME.  This is no laughin matter and there was a new streaming piracy law that came out last year making this a crime, so you should NOT talk to anyong execpt a lawyer as your own statements, emails and text messages can be used aginst you in a Court of law.  This podcast discusses various settlement concepts and the all-important "cooperation clause."  If you received a cease and desist letter, or monetary demand letter or notice of a lawsuit, call us at (877) 276-5084.  We handle piracy cases including Dish-Nagrastar, IPTV cases, Strike 3 Holdings BitTorrent Defense and similar matters.   Our website is VondranLegal.com

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Attorney Steve® IPTV Defense - Understanding Dish-Nagrastar Settlement Terms - The "Cooperation Clause"Dish/Nagrastar are going over illegal "resellers" of their copyright protected content and sending demand letters for people charged, in many cases, of being part of a "criminal organization."  They have a anti-piracy team set up to investigate and pursue violators and seek penalties, fines and fees.  In these cases, it is critical to seek legal representation especially since they can be alleging that you committed a CRIME.  This is no laughin matter and there was a new streaming piracy law that came out last year making this a crime, so you should NOT talk to anyong execpt a lawyer as your own statements, emails and text messages can be used aginst you in a Court of law.  This podcast discusses various settlement concepts and the all-important "cooperation clause."  If you received a cease and desist letter, or monetary demand letter or notice of a lawsuit, call us at (877) 276-5084.  We handle piracy cases including Dish-Nagrastar, IPTV cases, Strike 3 Holdings BitTorrent Defense and similar matters.   Our website is VondranLegal.com

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Attorney Steve® Social Media Essential - Community Guidelines for Twitter, YouTube, TikTok and other platformsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, I discuss the importance of following community guidelines for social media platforms and what happens when your account is suspended.  Mainly, you can lose hard-earned follower base, and be forced to submit an appeal that may or may not succeed.Follow our YouTube channel here (over 32k subs)Thanks for listening and feel free to share this content!Steve Vondran, Esq.

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Attorney Steve® Social Media Essential - Community Guidelines for Twitter, YouTube, TikTok and other platformsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, I discuss the importance of following community guidelines for social media platforms and what happens when your account is suspended.  Mainly, you can lose hard-earned follower base, and be forced to submit an appeal that may or may not succeed.Follow our YouTube channel here (over 32k subs)Thanks for listening and feel free to share this content!Steve Vondran, Esq.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Photo Infringement - Fair use with low-resolution thumbnail?In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Steve Vondran, Esq., discusses a 9th circuit "photo infringement" case where a photographer's copyrighted image was used as a "thumbnail" in low-resolution.  The photographer considered this to be copyright infringement and sued.  Defendant raised the affirmative defense of "fair use."  Who should win?  If you received a legal demand letter from PicRights, ImageRights, Higbee and Associates, Reuters, Agence-France-Presse, AP, or other rights holders demanding settlement fees for copyright infringement, call us to get an evaluation of your case.  There is a low fee to review but call for more details at (877) 276-5084.Our firm is a leader in the area of copyright infringement defense.  We represent individuals and corporations accused of copyright infringement of movies, photos, images, videos, music, jewelry, computer fonts, architectural plans, and other creative works that are subject to copyright infringement.We are a leader in the area of software audits (ex. Vero, Solidworks, Microsoft, Autodesk, and others).  Also, we represent more California residences facing Federal Court litigation in Strike 3 Holdings, LLC cases (adult movie file-sharing) than any other firm in California.  Make sure to check out our exciting YouTube law channel (now over 32,700 subscribers and over 3.5. million video views), by going to AttorneySteveVideos.com.  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE!!! 

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Photo Infringement - Fair use with low-resolution thumbnail?In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Steve Vondran, Esq., discusses a 9th circuit "photo infringement" case where a photographer's copyrighted image was used as a "thumbnail" in low-resolution.  The photographer considered this to be copyright infringement and sued.  Defendant raised the affirmative defense of "fair use."  Who should win?  If you received a legal demand letter from PicRights, ImageRights, Higbee and Associates, Reuters, Agence-France-Presse, AP, or other rights holders demanding settlement fees for copyright infringement, call us to get an evaluation of your case.  There is a low fee to review but call for more details at (877) 276-5084.Our firm is a leader in the area of copyright infringement defense.  We represent individuals and corporations accused of copyright infringement of movies, photos, images, videos, music, jewelry, computer fonts, architectural plans, and other creative works that are subject to copyright infringement.We are a leader in the area of software audits (ex. Vero, Solidworks, Microsoft, Autodesk, and others).  Also, we represent more California residences facing Federal Court litigation in Strike 3 Holdings, LLC cases (adult movie file-sharing) than any other firm in California.  Make sure to check out our exciting YouTube law channel (now over 32,700 subscribers and over 3.5. million video views), by going to AttorneySteveVideos.com.  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE!!! 

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Attorney Steve® - Copyright Law Essentials - Fair Use - Parody vs. SatireIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Steve Vondran, copyright and entertainment lawyer, discusses the concept of fair use and more specifically, the difference between parody and satire.  One provides a much greater opportunity for "fair use" rights under section 17 U.S.C. 107 than does the other.  Tune in to find out the distinction.  If you need help with a fair use opinion letter (ex. for music, photos, videos) call us at (877) 276-5084.To check out our AWESOME law video channel go to AttorneySteveVideos.com and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to join nearly 35,000 others who love our legal content.Feel free to share this podcast.Thanks for listening!Steve

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Attorney Steve® - Copyright Law Essentials - Fair Use - Parody vs. SatireIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Steve Vondran, copyright and entertainment lawyer, discusses the concept of fair use and more specifically, the difference between parody and satire.  One provides a much greater opportunity for "fair use" rights under section 17 U.S.C. 107 than does the other.  Tune in to find out the distinction.  If you need help with a fair use opinion letter (ex. for music, photos, videos) call us at (877) 276-5084.To check out our AWESOME law video channel go to AttorneySteveVideos.com and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to join nearly 35,000 others who love our legal content.Feel free to share this podcast.Thanks for listening!Steve

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Vondran Legal® - California Defamation, IP & Anti-SLAPP Lawyer In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Steve Vondran, Esq. explains online liable law (generally) and provides you a quick crashcourse on the legal issues involved with:DefamationLibelSlanderLibel per seDamages for defaming someoneAnti-SLAPP lawCommunications Decency ActCan you sue platforms such as TikTok, Twitter, Yelp and Facebook?Defenses to defamation (truth, opinion, privilege)If you need help with a defmation case (Plaintiff or Defendant) call us to discuss at (877) 276-5084.  Also, make sure to check out our popular legal YouTube channel which is approaching 35,000 subscribers and four million video views.  Great place to learn about law and our legal system with a focus on copyright and intellectual property law, software audits, TV signal piracy, photo infringement and Strike3 Holdings BitTorrent litigation!! 

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Vondran Legal® - California Defamation, IP & Anti-SLAPP Lawyer In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Steve Vondran, Esq. explains online liable law (generally) and provides you a quick crashcourse on the legal issues involved with:DefamationLibelSlanderLibel per seDamages for defaming someoneAnti-SLAPP lawCommunications Decency ActCan you sue platforms such as TikTok, Twitter, Yelp and Facebook?Defenses to defamation (truth, opinion, privilege)If you need help with a defmation case (Plaintiff or Defendant) call us to discuss at (877) 276-5084.  Also, make sure to check out our popular legal YouTube channel which is approaching 35,000 subscribers and four million video views.  Great place to learn about law and our legal system with a focus on copyright and intellectual property law, software audits, TV signal piracy, photo infringement and Strike3 Holdings BitTorrent litigation!! 

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Attorney Steve® Intellectual Property Law - Tales from the Legal Trenches [Data Breach]In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour Steve Vondran, Lawyer, discusses a data breach letter he recieved from Hughes Socol.  Not much of an explanation, and to date they have not responded to my inquiry as to what type of personal financial data may have been compromised.  Instead, all I got is essential a "sorry charlie" letter a link to the three main credit bureaus (Experian, TransUnion and Equaifax), where I can monitor my credit and/or place a "credit freeze."  Thanks alot guys, now I will have to jump through hoops to protect myself.  Folks, this is why you should always opt-out of information sharing, cookies, etc.  They get your information (usually for free), and there is very little upside for you, and risks of a security breach incident. 

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Attorney Steve® Intellectual Property Law - Tales from the Legal Trenches [Data Breach]In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour Steve Vondran, Lawyer, discusses a data breach letter he recieved from Hughes Socol.  Not much of an explanation, and to date they have not responded to my inquiry as to what type of personal financial data may have been compromised.  Instead, all I got is essential a "sorry charlie" letter a link to the three main credit bureaus (Experian, TransUnion and Equaifax), where I can monitor my credit and/or place a "credit freeze."  Thanks alot guys, now I will have to jump through hoops to protect myself.  Folks, this is why you should always opt-out of information sharing, cookies, etc.  They get your information (usually for free), and there is very little upside for you, and risks of a security breach incident. 

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Attorney Steve® - Class Action Lawsuits - Should you join the class as a member?  Inside tales from the legal trenches.  If you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084.Thank you for supporting Vondran Legal Hour.Check out our videos at Attorney Steve YouTube.

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Attorney Steve® - Class Action Lawsuits - Should you join the class as a member?  Inside tales from the legal trenches.  If you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084.Thank you for supporting Vondran Legal Hour.Check out our videos at Attorney Steve YouTube.

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AttorneySteve.com - Entertainment Law Essentials - Modeling Agreements (Key Points to Consider)In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, intellectual property attorney Steve Vondran discusses the key things to know BEFORE SIGNING THAT MODELING / ACTING AGREEMENT.  Once you get locked into a two or three-year contract, you may find it hard to get out of without a lot of hassles.  In this podcast, we discuss some of the key legal issues to consider:1.  IP rights (who owns what and for how long and for what purposes)2.  Right of refusal clauses (do you have sole discretion to accept or reject an assignment or project without penalty)?3.  Do you have accounting rights (and the righ to see a full invoice for every project you are paid on, including all deductions and expenses)?4.  Are you giving the agency or manager a "power of attorney" or making them "attorney-in-fact."  If so, is this "revocable?"5.  Is the arrangment "exclusive" or "non-exclusive" (meaning you can still get your own jobs)6.  Is the fees (commissions) negotiable?  Why not try?7.  Do you own your rights of publicity (nmae, image, likeness, in California for exampe)?8.  Can they force you to do bikini shots or nude shoots against your will?9.  What happens if there is a dispute?  Where is the dispute heard (NY or CA choice of law)?  Who pays what, is there an attorney fees clause?10.  What specifically, are they agreeing to do for you.  That is something that can often be vague (they don't want to commit to much, but want you to pay yearly fees for example)        

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AttorneySteve.com - Entertainment Law Essentials - Modeling Agreements (Key Points to Consider)In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, intellectual property attorney Steve Vondran discusses the key things to know BEFORE SIGNING THAT MODELING / ACTING AGREEMENT.  Once you get locked into a two or three-year contract, you may find it hard to get out of without a lot of hassles.  In this podcast, we discuss some of the key legal issues to consider:1.  IP rights (who owns what and for how long and for what purposes)2.  Right of refusal clauses (do you have sole discretion to accept or reject an assignment or project without penalty)?3.  Do you have accounting rights (and the righ to see a full invoice for every project you are paid on, including all deductions and expenses)?4.  Are you giving the agency or manager a "power of attorney" or making them "attorney-in-fact."  If so, is this "revocable?"5.  Is the arrangment "exclusive" or "non-exclusive" (meaning you can still get your own jobs)6.  Is the fees (commissions) negotiable?  Why not try?7.  Do you own your rights of publicity (nmae, image, likeness, in California for exampe)?8.  Can they force you to do bikini shots or nude shoots against your will?9.  What happens if there is a dispute?  Where is the dispute heard (NY or CA choice of law)?  Who pays what, is there an attorney fees clause?10.  What specifically, are they agreeing to do for you.  That is something that can often be vague (they don't want to commit to much, but want you to pay yearly fees for example)        

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Attorney Steve® - BitTorrent Copyright Litigation - Settlement Factors in Strike 3 Holdings, LLC lawsuits.In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses some of the key factors that can impact your settlement amount when you are facing a lawsuit from Strike 3 Holdings, LLC.  Our firm is a leader in handling California file-sharing lawsuits filed by this prolific filer of copyright infringement actions (including in the Eastern District, Southern District, Northern District and Central District).We have handled more California Strike 3 cases than any other firm.  For more information or for a free consultation, call us at (877) 2276-5084.TO subscribe to our popular video channel (over 30,000 subscribers) go to AttorneySteveVideos.com Thanks for watching and feel free to share on your social media networks with credit back to VondranLegal.com 

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Attorney Steve® - BitTorrent Copyright Litigation - Settlement Factors in Strike 3 Holdings, LLC lawsuits.In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses some of the key factors that can impact your settlement amount when you are facing a lawsuit from Strike 3 Holdings, LLC.  Our firm is a leader in handling California file-sharing lawsuits filed by this prolific filer of copyright infringement actions (including in the Eastern District, Southern District, Northern District and Central District).We have handled more California Strike 3 cases than any other firm.  For more information or for a free consultation, call us at (877) 2276-5084.TO subscribe to our popular video channel (over 30,000 subscribers) go to AttorneySteveVideos.com Thanks for watching and feel free to share on your social media networks with credit back to VondranLegal.com 

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Attorney Steve® Civil Litigation Tips - Arbitration of Fee Disputes (OCBA)If you ever feel ripped off by your legal counsel, (as far as the amount or reasonableness of Attorney Fees), this Vondran Legal® podcast will tell you how you can file a fee dispute, even without a lawyer, and seek to recover unreasonable or overpaid fees, or billing errors.  The "subpoena power" is also discussed, which is a strong power as we have mentioned so many times in our Strike 3 Holdings defense videos.Remember, most counties will have their own state bar association.  So, check out the rules in your jurisdiction.  We may be able to help with SF / Bay area, Orange County, San Diego, and Los Angeles cases.We may be able to represent you in your dispute.  Hourly consultation and litigation fees apply.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® Civil Litigation Tips - Arbitration of Fee Disputes (OCBA)If you ever feel ripped off by your legal counsel, (as far as the amount or reasonableness of Attorney Fees), this Vondran Legal® podcast will tell you how you can file a fee dispute, even without a lawyer, and seek to recover unreasonable or overpaid fees, or billing errors.  The "subpoena power" is also discussed, which is a strong power as we have mentioned so many times in our Strike 3 Holdings defense videos.Remember, most counties will have their own state bar association.  So, check out the rules in your jurisdiction.  We may be able to help with SF / Bay area, Orange County, San Diego, and Los Angeles cases.We may be able to represent you in your dispute.  Hourly consultation and litigation fees apply.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® - DMCA takedown bully counter-defense tips.  The 512(f) retraction letter.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses those "nagging" DMCA takedown trolls who seek to hit up your creative content with: 1.  DMCA takedown claims (ex. Etsy, YouTube videos, Apple App Store disputes)2.  Monetization claims (ex.  Jumping on your monetization for a video you worked really hard on3.  Pursuing copyright "strikes" (that could force you to lose your channel)In these instances, you want to have a plan to fight back and reclaim your content especially where there is no infringement (ex. Fair Use) or you have a paid license (this just happened to me on my channel), or the statute of limitations has run, public domain content, etc.The DMCA 512(f) retraction letter - sent certified mail - may be just the trick you need to fight off the over-aggressive copyright holder.If you need any help with DMCA disputes, counter-notifications, 512(f) claims, or federal court lawsuits, call us at (877) 276-5084 or go to VondranLegal.comFeel free to share this podcast on your social media networks.

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Attorney Steve® - DMCA takedown bully counter-defense tips.  The 512(f) retraction letter.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses those "nagging" DMCA takedown trolls who seek to hit up your creative content with: 1.  DMCA takedown claims (ex. Etsy, YouTube videos, Apple App Store disputes)2.  Monetization claims (ex.  Jumping on your monetization for a video you worked really hard on3.  Pursuing copyright "strikes" (that could force you to lose your channel)In these instances, you want to have a plan to fight back and reclaim your content especially where there is no infringement (ex. Fair Use) or you have a paid license (this just happened to me on my channel), or the statute of limitations has run, public domain content, etc.The DMCA 512(f) retraction letter - sent certified mail - may be just the trick you need to fight off the over-aggressive copyright holder.If you need any help with DMCA disputes, counter-notifications, 512(f) claims, or federal court lawsuits, call us at (877) 276-5084 or go to VondranLegal.comFeel free to share this podcast on your social media networks.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Vehicle Software - DMCA 1201 ExemptionIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve® discusses the new guideline issued by the Library of Congress (United States Copyright Office) which provides a limited exemption to have the software in your car, truck, tractor or other vehicle that has software to control things like:Steering assistBraking assistDoorsWindowsHornsNavigation systemMedia & Entertainment systemMany people don't know that when you "buy" a vehicle you may only be "licensing" the software inside that vehicle.   Companies like GM and John Deer would prefer you NOT tinker with your own car and bring it in to an authorized repair shop (as opposed to try to hack into your software, circumventing access controls - section 1201 prohibits), but the Copyright Office now allows for a limited "fair use" type exemption for accessing your vehicle software for "good faith security research".  What this phrase means will likely have to mature with case law.We hope you enjoy this content from our copyright podcast collection.If you need help with a DMCA or Copyright issue (including software disputes), we can be found on the web at AttorneySteve.com   Make sure to check our our YouTube channel, we are closing in on 30k subscribers - great stuff at AttorneySteveVideos.com

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Vehicle Software - DMCA 1201 ExemptionIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve® discusses the new guideline issued by the Library of Congress (United States Copyright Office) which provides a limited exemption to have the software in your car, truck, tractor or other vehicle that has software to control things like:Steering assistBraking assistDoorsWindowsHornsNavigation systemMedia & Entertainment systemMany people don't know that when you "buy" a vehicle you may only be "licensing" the software inside that vehicle.   Companies like GM and John Deer would prefer you NOT tinker with your own car and bring it in to an authorized repair shop (as opposed to try to hack into your software, circumventing access controls - section 1201 prohibits), but the Copyright Office now allows for a limited "fair use" type exemption for accessing your vehicle software for "good faith security research".  What this phrase means will likely have to mature with case law.We hope you enjoy this content from our copyright podcast collection.If you need help with a DMCA or Copyright issue (including software disputes), we can be found on the web at AttorneySteve.com   Make sure to check our our YouTube channel, we are closing in on 30k subscribers - great stuff at AttorneySteveVideos.com

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Attorney Steve® - Software Piracy Defense Essentials - Siemens Federal Court LawsuitIf you received a subpoena notice from your ISP such as Comcast thatt lets you know there is a pending lawsuit filed in the State of Texas Federal District Court, call us for a free initial discussion.  The defendants are being sued as "John Doe" basically because the Plaintiff (Siemens PLM) does not know your name and contact information.  This is what they are trying to seek from the ISP.  In some cases you can settle ananonymously, but this time around (we have appeared in other lawsuits with Siemens), their copyright counsel has advised us they want to get all the names and address and perform their due dilligence before they make any decision on settlements.  I should note many defendants have non-existent "minimum contacts" with the State of Texas, so it will be interesting to see how they want to handle these types of cases.For a free consultation call us at (877) 276-5084.  Make sure to check out our popular YouTube Legal Channel.  We are closing in on 30,000 subscribers!!

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Attorney Steve® - Software Piracy Defense Essentials - Siemens Federal Court LawsuitIf you received a subpoena notice from your ISP such as Comcast thatt lets you know there is a pending lawsuit filed in the State of Texas Federal District Court, call us for a free initial discussion.  The defendants are being sued as "John Doe" basically because the Plaintiff (Siemens PLM) does not know your name and contact information.  This is what they are trying to seek from the ISP.  In some cases you can settle ananonymously, but this time around (we have appeared in other lawsuits with Siemens), their copyright counsel has advised us they want to get all the names and address and perform their due dilligence before they make any decision on settlements.  I should note many defendants have non-existent "minimum contacts" with the State of Texas, so it will be interesting to see how they want to handle these types of cases.For a free consultation call us at (877) 276-5084.  Make sure to check out our popular YouTube Legal Channel.  We are closing in on 30,000 subscribers!!

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YES YOU CAN PLAY THIS PODCAST FOR YOUR REAL ESTATE TEAM.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses the 10 most important tips that real estate agents and brokers should know when it comes to copyight law and using creative content of third parties on company and agent blogs, podcasts, videos and other social media including facebook, twitter and instagram.Topics discussed include:  Use of paid stock photos and videos  Dealing with infringement demand letters from companies such as PicRights or Higbee & Associates   Reverse image finder tools such as Tineye or Google reverse image search  Typical settlement demands  Vicarious liability - (brokers being sued for "vicarious" copyright infringement) Copyright Small Claims court is coming (up to $30,000 in damages).  Many companies are out scouring the web looking for infringing copies of their photos, drone video, aerial photos, music (ex. in your listing videos), and other creative copyright protected content.  When the demand letters come, or the federal court lawsuit, it's not fun.  Share this podcast with as many people as possible - whether in the real estate industry or other industry.  If you need help with a legal issue, call us at (877) 276-5084 - internet law, social media disputes, real estate trademarks, DMCA takdown notices and general copyright infringement issues.  Make sure to check out our popular legal YouTube channel.  SUBSCRIBE to join over 27,000 others who love our videos.  We have 600+ videos and 3 million video views. 

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YES YOU CAN PLAY THIS PODCAST FOR YOUR REAL ESTATE TEAM.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses the 10 most important tips that real estate agents and brokers should know when it comes to copyight law and using creative content of third parties on company and agent blogs, podcasts, videos and other social media including facebook, twitter and instagram.Topics discussed include:  Use of paid stock photos and videos  Dealing with infringement demand letters from companies such as PicRights or Higbee & Associates   Reverse image finder tools such as Tineye or Google reverse image search  Typical settlement demands  Vicarious liability - (brokers being sued for "vicarious" copyright infringement) Copyright Small Claims court is coming (up to $30,000 in damages).  Many companies are out scouring the web looking for infringing copies of their photos, drone video, aerial photos, music (ex. in your listing videos), and other creative copyright protected content.  When the demand letters come, or the federal court lawsuit, it's not fun.  Share this podcast with as many people as possible - whether in the real estate industry or other industry.  If you need help with a legal issue, call us at (877) 276-5084 - internet law, social media disputes, real estate trademarks, DMCA takdown notices and general copyright infringement issues.  Make sure to check out our popular legal YouTube channel.  SUBSCRIBE to join over 27,000 others who love our videos.  We have 600+ videos and 3 million video views. 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2021/04/08/critical-copyright-law-for-real-estate-brokers-and-agents Wed, 07 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0700 1047 copyright law,Copyright Infringement,vicarious liability,broker duty to supervise,photo infringement false Google defeats Oracle in Supreme Court with the Fair Use Defense Google defeats Oracle in Supreme Court with the Fair Use Defense Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Software Code - [Fair Use Defense]This was a big technology case where Oracle sued Google for copyring 11,500 lines of code from the Sun Java Application Programming Interface ("API") and using the code to create the Androind operating system (the worlds most popular mobile operating system).The United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruled 8-2 that Googles use of the code (which was only .04% of the Java SE code) for a transformative purpose (creating a new operating system that allows people to do tasks) was a "fair use" under the United States Copyright Law and not an infringement of copyright warranting the 8 BILLION dollars Oracle sought.Make sure to watch our YouTube channel - now up nearing 30,000 subscribers and over 3 MILLION videos views.Thanks for listening!Attorney Steve®

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Software Code - [Fair Use Defense]This was a big technology case where Oracle sued Google for copyring 11,500 lines of code from the Sun Java Application Programming Interface ("API") and using the code to create the Androind operating system (the worlds most popular mobile operating system).The United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruled 8-2 that Googles use of the code (which was only .04% of the Java SE code) for a transformative purpose (creating a new operating system that allows people to do tasks) was a "fair use" under the United States Copyright Law and not an infringement of copyright warranting the 8 BILLION dollars Oracle sought.Make sure to watch our YouTube channel - now up nearing 30,000 subscribers and over 3 MILLION videos views.Thanks for listening!Attorney Steve®

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Attorney Steve® Sports Due Process AttorneyIf you are being unfairly suspensed, expelled or punished from playing sports such as baseball, football, basketball, volleyball, track or other sports to to Covid019 violations.  It is important to understand your due process rights.  Many colleges believe they are so big that you would never dare challenge them in a legal proceeding or in a court of law.  However, you have due process rights as students and as student-athletes and schools and universities need to honor those rights.Click here to see the NCAA resocilazation of sports guidelines:  https://www.ncaa.org/sport-science-institute/resocialization-collegiate-sport-developing-standards-practice-and-competitionCall us at (877) 276-5084 if you need a California or Arizona education rights attorney.

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Attorney Steve® Sports Due Process AttorneyIf you are being unfairly suspensed, expelled or punished from playing sports such as baseball, football, basketball, volleyball, track or other sports to to Covid019 violations.  It is important to understand your due process rights.  Many colleges believe they are so big that you would never dare challenge them in a legal proceeding or in a court of law.  However, you have due process rights as students and as student-athletes and schools and universities need to honor those rights.Click here to see the NCAA resocilazation of sports guidelines:  https://www.ncaa.org/sport-science-institute/resocialization-collegiate-sport-developing-standards-practice-and-competitionCall us at (877) 276-5084 if you need a California or Arizona education rights attorney.

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Strike 3 Holdings Litigation Defense Insights - Risking the Default Judgment?Our law firm has handled many Strike 3 Holdings BitTorrent litigation cases.  If you received a notice of infringement or a subpoena from your ISP letting you know they are going to release your information, you have limited time to respond or you risk having a "default judgment" entered against you.  What are the pros and cons of this?  Listen to Attorney Steve® explain in this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour.If you need a free consultation contact us at (877) 276-5084.  We provide a no-hassle / no-pressure assessment of your situation!  Visit our Website at VondranLegal.com and our popular YouTube channel at AttorneySteveVideos.comAttorney Steve®

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Strike 3 Holdings Litigation Defense Insights - Risking the Default Judgment?Our law firm has handled many Strike 3 Holdings BitTorrent litigation cases.  If you received a notice of infringement or a subpoena from your ISP letting you know they are going to release your information, you have limited time to respond or you risk having a "default judgment" entered against you.  What are the pros and cons of this?  Listen to Attorney Steve® explain in this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour.If you need a free consultation contact us at (877) 276-5084.  We provide a no-hassle / no-pressure assessment of your situation!  Visit our Website at VondranLegal.com and our popular YouTube channel at AttorneySteveVideos.comAttorney Steve®

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SAM Counsel - Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - Autodesk piracy reports may reveal alotIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® the Software Audit Defense Lawyer talks about Autodesk auditing and what happens when someone reports your company for using unlicensed software, or using cracked software, or over-installing software, or even going outside your license territorial rights.  These are big issues these days and Autodesk is continuing to hit hard in 2021 with EULA audits (contractual audits), and following up on piracy reports from software whistleblowers, ex-employees (many times disgruntled), and even competitors or your own contractors may report you for a variety of reasons.This IP podcast discusses the state of their piracy intake form as of the date of this posting.  If you receive a letter from a law firm like Donahue Fitzgerlarld up in San Francisco bay area, or get an "internal audit letter" from Autodesk the corporation, call us to discuss. In most cases, they will have experienced copyright infringement attorneys on their team, and it makes good sense to have a skilled software audit (SAM Counsel) on your team.We have handled hundreds of software audits over the years, including Siemens PLM, Vero software, Solidworks, Business Software Alliance ("BSA") and others.  Call us at (877) 276-5084. 

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SAM Counsel - Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - Autodesk piracy reports may reveal alotIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® the Software Audit Defense Lawyer talks about Autodesk auditing and what happens when someone reports your company for using unlicensed software, or using cracked software, or over-installing software, or even going outside your license territorial rights.  These are big issues these days and Autodesk is continuing to hit hard in 2021 with EULA audits (contractual audits), and following up on piracy reports from software whistleblowers, ex-employees (many times disgruntled), and even competitors or your own contractors may report you for a variety of reasons.This IP podcast discusses the state of their piracy intake form as of the date of this posting.  If you receive a letter from a law firm like Donahue Fitzgerlarld up in San Francisco bay area, or get an "internal audit letter" from Autodesk the corporation, call us to discuss. In most cases, they will have experienced copyright infringement attorneys on their team, and it makes good sense to have a skilled software audit (SAM Counsel) on your team.We have handled hundreds of software audits over the years, including Siemens PLM, Vero software, Solidworks, Business Software Alliance ("BSA") and others.  Call us at (877) 276-5084. 

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Attorney Steve® Piracy & Infringement Defense - Selling Counterfeit or Infringing Apple ProductsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® intellectual property defense lawyer shares basic insisghts of what happens if you receive a letter from Apple regarding selling their products without authorization.  They may demand that you "cease and desist" and will likely want to know the source of your goods, they may want to know who your customers are, and what your sales amounts are.If you received a letter from IP powerhouse law firm Kirkpatrick Townsend, call us before you call them.  They have skilled copyright and intellectual property attorneys on their team and you do not want to say incriminating things that can lead to liability to your company or its officers and directors.For more infromation visit us here: https://www.vondranlegal.com/apple-infringementAttorney Steve® Vondran

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Attorney Steve® Piracy & Infringement Defense - Selling Counterfeit or Infringing Apple ProductsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® intellectual property defense lawyer shares basic insisghts of what happens if you receive a letter from Apple regarding selling their products without authorization.  They may demand that you "cease and desist" and will likely want to know the source of your goods, they may want to know who your customers are, and what your sales amounts are.If you received a letter from IP powerhouse law firm Kirkpatrick Townsend, call us before you call them.  They have skilled copyright and intellectual property attorneys on their team and you do not want to say incriminating things that can lead to liability to your company or its officers and directors.For more infromation visit us here: https://www.vondranlegal.com/apple-infringementAttorney Steve® Vondran

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Arizona Litigation Law Updates 2021 - Rule 72 Compulsory ArbitrationIn this podcast, Attorney Steve® discuss being appointed as Arbitrator in a case he knows nothing about and a practice area he is not well experienced in.  Such is the rule in Arizona where any member of the AZ state bar can be appointed an arbitratory in a "compulsory arbitration" case.When this happens, there are certain rules that apply and you need to know these so you can properly manage the case.This is general legal information only and not legal advice.We can help with Arizona breach of contract and intellectual property disputes (ex. copyright infringement and fair use matters).

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Arizona Litigation Law Updates 2021 - Rule 72 Compulsory ArbitrationIn this podcast, Attorney Steve® discuss being appointed as Arbitrator in a case he knows nothing about and a practice area he is not well experienced in.  Such is the rule in Arizona where any member of the AZ state bar can be appointed an arbitratory in a "compulsory arbitration" case.When this happens, there are certain rules that apply and you need to know these so you can properly manage the case.This is general legal information only and not legal advice.We can help with Arizona breach of contract and intellectual property disputes (ex. copyright infringement and fair use matters).

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2021 BitTorrent Litigation Updates | Strike 3 Holdings Settlement Information | Attorney Steve®Strike 3 Holdings and one of their main law firms (Bandlow Law from California) can be very tough in negotiating settlements against illegal file sharers of their movies Vixen, Blacked and Tushy.  If you are caught up a federal court litigation, the first question most people ask us is "how much is this going to cost me?"  Of course, the answer is always "it depends" but this podcast while provide some insights on how to submit hardships to try to bring the settlement as low as possible.  Some factors to consider:Job (stable or subject to Covid)?Do you own real estate vs. rent?How much money do you have in the bank?Do you have large credit card debts?Large student loans?Do you have former military experience?Are you working on the Covid "front lines?"Are you unemployed?Are you a minor living with your parents?What type of lifestlye are you living?  (what does your facebook and instagram show)?These are just some of the facts we look at as experiened copyright legal defense counsel.  Call us to discuss your case at (877) 276-5084.  We have been in business since 2004 and our client reviews speak for themself.Attorney Steve® 

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2021 BitTorrent Litigation Updates | Strike 3 Holdings Settlement Information | Attorney Steve®Strike 3 Holdings and one of their main law firms (Bandlow Law from California) can be very tough in negotiating settlements against illegal file sharers of their movies Vixen, Blacked and Tushy.  If you are caught up a federal court litigation, the first question most people ask us is "how much is this going to cost me?"  Of course, the answer is always "it depends" but this podcast while provide some insights on how to submit hardships to try to bring the settlement as low as possible.  Some factors to consider:Job (stable or subject to Covid)?Do you own real estate vs. rent?How much money do you have in the bank?Do you have large credit card debts?Large student loans?Do you have former military experience?Are you working on the Covid "front lines?"Are you unemployed?Are you a minor living with your parents?What type of lifestlye are you living?  (what does your facebook and instagram show)?These are just some of the facts we look at as experiened copyright legal defense counsel.  Call us to discuss your case at (877) 276-5084.  We have been in business since 2004 and our client reviews speak for themself.Attorney Steve® 

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What does a settlement look like with the Business Software Alliance?  By Vondran Legal® the Software Audit Defense Law FirmThe BSA is a software trade association located in Washington D.C.  They have members such as Microsoft, Autodesk and others.When a "whistelblower" (typical situation) reports "software piracy" to them (ex. installing cracked software on your computers, laptops and servers, this can lead to one of the several BSA regional law firms sending you a software audit demand letter.If you receive such a letter, call us for a free initial consultation.  They have lawyers on their side and having an experienced copyright lawyer on your team can be helpful.  This podcast looks at the audit starting with the Settlement Agreement and typical terms you can expect to see.  This can be very important to know so you know what you are getting yourself into, and how to best prepare to respond to the audit letter.For more infromation visit us at SoftwareAuditLawyers.com

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What does a settlement look like with the Business Software Alliance?  By Vondran Legal® the Software Audit Defense Law FirmThe BSA is a software trade association located in Washington D.C.  They have members such as Microsoft, Autodesk and others.When a "whistelblower" (typical situation) reports "software piracy" to them (ex. installing cracked software on your computers, laptops and servers, this can lead to one of the several BSA regional law firms sending you a software audit demand letter.If you receive such a letter, call us for a free initial consultation.  They have lawyers on their side and having an experienced copyright lawyer on your team can be helpful.  This podcast looks at the audit starting with the Settlement Agreement and typical terms you can expect to see.  This can be very important to know so you know what you are getting yourself into, and how to best prepare to respond to the audit letter.For more infromation visit us at SoftwareAuditLawyers.com

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Attorney Steve® discusses photo infringement in this IP podcast.  He discusses the top 5 legal issues that tips from the trenches when you are dealing with defending your company from an infringement claim.  This could include received a letter from Higbee & Associates, PicRights, ImageRights or an indepedent photographer.

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Attorney Steve® discusses photo infringement in this IP podcast.  He discusses the top 5 legal issues that tips from the trenches when you are dealing with defending your company from an infringement claim.  This could include received a letter from Higbee & Associates, PicRights, ImageRights or an indepedent photographer.

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August 2020 - Internet Lawyer File Sharing UpdatesIn this episode, Attorney Steve® shares new insights in 2020 BitTorrent Litigation in California.  Despite the Covid-19 crisis, Strike 3 is still out filing lawsuits for alleged illegal file sharing of their Tushy, Blacked, and Vixen movies.  But, what about the Cobbler Nevada case which said a BitTorrent Plaintiff like S3 or Malibu Media needs to show "something more" than just that an IP address is tracked to a subscriber.  They need something that links the subscriber into the actual downloads.  I always tell my clients its like a DUI BUST, they have to "put you behind the wheel."  Here is what you need to know.  For more information go to by BiTTorrent Law Resource Center.  If you have a pressing deadline for release of your information from your ISP, contact us immediately at (877) 276-5084.  SV

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August 2020 - Internet Lawyer File Sharing UpdatesIn this episode, Attorney Steve® shares new insights in 2020 BitTorrent Litigation in California.  Despite the Covid-19 crisis, Strike 3 is still out filing lawsuits for alleged illegal file sharing of their Tushy, Blacked, and Vixen movies.  But, what about the Cobbler Nevada case which said a BitTorrent Plaintiff like S3 or Malibu Media needs to show "something more" than just that an IP address is tracked to a subscriber.  They need something that links the subscriber into the actual downloads.  I always tell my clients its like a DUI BUST, they have to "put you behind the wheel."  Here is what you need to know.  For more information go to by BiTTorrent Law Resource Center.  If you have a pressing deadline for release of your information from your ISP, contact us immediately at (877) 276-5084.  SV

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Attorney Steve® July 2020 - BitTorrent Litigation Updates - Early Discovery win for PlaintiffStrike 3 Holdings and Malibu Media are prolific filers on internet "file-sharing" (copyright infringement cases), illegal copying and distribution of adult films such as X-art and Tushy. Vixen, Blacked.  In this episode, Attorney Steve® discusses how the trial court originally DENIED strike three request for early discovery basically stating that their complaint could not pass muster.  However, on appeal, the appellate court adopted a "notice pleading" standard and allowed Defendant's name and address to be turned over from the subscribers ISP (ex. Comcast, Cox, etc.).This, despite the privacy protections of the Cable Privacy Act.  The Court said that a protective order would take care of any privacy concerns.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.  For more information about our Torrent Defense services go to our Attorney Steve Homepage.  Also make sure to watch our videos on our popular legal YouTube channel (now over 20,000 subscribers).

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Attorney Steve® July 2020 - BitTorrent Litigation Updates - Early Discovery win for PlaintiffStrike 3 Holdings and Malibu Media are prolific filers on internet "file-sharing" (copyright infringement cases), illegal copying and distribution of adult films such as X-art and Tushy. Vixen, Blacked.  In this episode, Attorney Steve® discusses how the trial court originally DENIED strike three request for early discovery basically stating that their complaint could not pass muster.  However, on appeal, the appellate court adopted a "notice pleading" standard and allowed Defendant's name and address to be turned over from the subscribers ISP (ex. Comcast, Cox, etc.).This, despite the privacy protections of the Cable Privacy Act.  The Court said that a protective order would take care of any privacy concerns.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.  For more information about our Torrent Defense services go to our Attorney Steve Homepage.  Also make sure to watch our videos on our popular legal YouTube channel (now over 20,000 subscribers).

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2020/07/03/big-win-for-strike-3-holdings-in-new-jersey-appeal-case Fri, 03 Jul 2020 16:00:00 -0700 885 Strike 3 Holdings,Malibu Media,Internet porn file sharing cases,early discovery,ISP subpoena false The Vondran Legal team discussing current events in our new podcast The Vondran Legal team discussing current events in our new podcast Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® discusses key current events with legal team.  The Covid-19 crisis is taking stage front and center.  Lights, Cameron and Action hosts the show as we discuss a variety of topics including:1.  Wearing masks in public2.  "Novel" virus - what it might really mean3.  Happy Fourth of July4.  NY consider subpoenas for persons who will not comply with contract tracingMake sure to bookmark us to hear future shows!

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Attorney Steve® discusses key current events with legal team.  The Covid-19 crisis is taking stage front and center.  Lights, Cameron and Action hosts the show as we discuss a variety of topics including:1.  Wearing masks in public2.  "Novel" virus - what it might really mean3.  Happy Fourth of July4.  NY consider subpoenas for persons who will not comply with contract tracingMake sure to bookmark us to hear future shows!

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2020/07/02/the-vondran-legal-team-discussing-current-events-in-our-new-podcast Wed, 01 Jul 2020 17:30:00 -0700 1900 social distancing,corona virus,subpoena,Vondran legal podcast,NEW YORK false Photo infringement non-commercial entity as defined by Higbee and Associates Photo infringement non-commercial entity as defined by Higbee and Associates Send us Fan Mail

Photo Infringement Updates 2020 - How do Higbee & Associates define a "non-commercial" entity?When you receive a copyright infringement demand letter from a company like PicRights (who, for example, may present a photo infringement claim by Agence France-Presse - a company that registers many photos in "groups" with the United States Copyright Office) things can get stressful.   Many people tell me they didn't know if the company was legit or not, or whether the demands are real.  If PicRights cannot get the claim resolved (i.e. you let it go and do not respond, or do not meet their settlement demands), the case may get "elevated" to the next level which can result in you or your company receiving a photo infringement letter from Santa Ana, California based Higbee & Associates.  We offer LOW flat rate legal consultations to help review the claim and any potential defenses to infringement, one being fair use, another factor being "innocent infringement."  Here is a recent update on their definition of "non-commercial entity" which may result in Higbee dropping your case, or reducing the settlement demands.  Listen in!For more information on online photo infringement go here.

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Photo Infringement Updates 2020 - How do Higbee & Associates define a "non-commercial" entity?When you receive a copyright infringement demand letter from a company like PicRights (who, for example, may present a photo infringement claim by Agence France-Presse - a company that registers many photos in "groups" with the United States Copyright Office) things can get stressful.   Many people tell me they didn't know if the company was legit or not, or whether the demands are real.  If PicRights cannot get the claim resolved (i.e. you let it go and do not respond, or do not meet their settlement demands), the case may get "elevated" to the next level which can result in you or your company receiving a photo infringement letter from Santa Ana, California based Higbee & Associates.  We offer LOW flat rate legal consultations to help review the claim and any potential defenses to infringement, one being fair use, another factor being "innocent infringement."  Here is a recent update on their definition of "non-commercial entity" which may result in Higbee dropping your case, or reducing the settlement demands.  Listen in!For more information on online photo infringement go here.

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Attorney Steve® - BitTorrent Litigation Updates - Early Discovery by Strike Three Holdings, LLC is DENIED.  What is their hurry anyway?A federal court judge in San Diego (Southern District of California) - Judge Jill Burkhardt in Civil Case 20-cv-00209-BAS (JLB) recently DENIED adult film producer Strike 3 Holdings and their efforts to seek "early discovery" in an alleged copyright infringement case against an internet subscriber.  Note, these lawsuits are typically filed against a John Doe Defendant (an interenet subscriber), who may or may not be an infringer of copyrights.  Listen in to stay updated.  We have a case currently pending in San Diego (with a different judge on similar issues, so make sure to follow us to get these important rulings and updates).As always, if you need help with a BitTorrent internet file sharing case, find us at AttorneySteve.com and make sure to check our all of our great videos on our YouTube channel (now over 20k subscribers).  Thanks for listening!  We are a leading California copyright infringement law firm and we handle all types of internet infringement including allegations of infringement involving software, photographs, adult ography videos, Joe Hand and J&J Sports boxing piracy cases, VB conversion disputes, Zuffa, LLC, Autodesk and Microsoft software audits, and a large number of cases against Strike 3.

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Attorney Steve® - BitTorrent Litigation Updates - Early Discovery by Strike Three Holdings, LLC is DENIED.  What is their hurry anyway?A federal court judge in San Diego (Southern District of California) - Judge Jill Burkhardt in Civil Case 20-cv-00209-BAS (JLB) recently DENIED adult film producer Strike 3 Holdings and their efforts to seek "early discovery" in an alleged copyright infringement case against an internet subscriber.  Note, these lawsuits are typically filed against a John Doe Defendant (an interenet subscriber), who may or may not be an infringer of copyrights.  Listen in to stay updated.  We have a case currently pending in San Diego (with a different judge on similar issues, so make sure to follow us to get these important rulings and updates).As always, if you need help with a BitTorrent internet file sharing case, find us at AttorneySteve.com and make sure to check our all of our great videos on our YouTube channel (now over 20k subscribers).  Thanks for listening!  We are a leading California copyright infringement law firm and we handle all types of internet infringement including allegations of infringement involving software, photographs, adult ography videos, Joe Hand and J&J Sports boxing piracy cases, VB conversion disputes, Zuffa, LLC, Autodesk and Microsoft software audits, and a large number of cases against Strike 3.

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Attorney Steve® Entertainment Law Essentials - The California Talent Agency Act ("TAA")If you are dealing with an agent or personal manager (or don't know the the difference, this show is for you).  Attorney Steve® provides a general legal overview of the act, and whose regulated, and what happens if they are not.  Good general background for first time actors, actresses, and their parents.  This is general legal information only and note legal advice.  Contact us if you need any help with contracts, intellectual property, social media law, celebrity endorsement or disputes involving arbitration and litigation of copyright or entertainment law claims.  We can be reached at VondranLegal.com Here is the article on our website.

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Attorney Steve® Entertainment Law Essentials - The California Talent Agency Act ("TAA")If you are dealing with an agent or personal manager (or don't know the the difference, this show is for you).  Attorney Steve® provides a general legal overview of the act, and whose regulated, and what happens if they are not.  Good general background for first time actors, actresses, and their parents.  This is general legal information only and note legal advice.  Contact us if you need any help with contracts, intellectual property, social media law, celebrity endorsement or disputes involving arbitration and litigation of copyright or entertainment law claims.  We can be reached at VondranLegal.com Here is the article on our website.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Infringement Essentials - Section 1202 false information, Removal or Alteration of Copyright Management Information ("CMI").In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Intellectual Property lawyer Steve Vondran discusses what the CMI 1202 claim is, and what damages are available for intentional and knowing violations of the law (for example, removing a copyright symbol or an artists names and/or inputting your own false copyright information along with publicly displaying or distributing a photo or other creative work (such as a song or video).The penalties can reach as high as $2,500 to $25,000 per act of infringement (or actual damages and profits of the Defendant).  This can be in addition to other damages for copyright infringement.Many photo infringement demand letters are now including these types of claims.  if you need help with a copyright matter - either as a Plaintiff or a Defendant, call us to discuss at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Infringement Essentials - Section 1202 false information, Removal or Alteration of Copyright Management Information ("CMI").In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Intellectual Property lawyer Steve Vondran discusses what the CMI 1202 claim is, and what damages are available for intentional and knowing violations of the law (for example, removing a copyright symbol or an artists names and/or inputting your own false copyright information along with publicly displaying or distributing a photo or other creative work (such as a song or video).The penalties can reach as high as $2,500 to $25,000 per act of infringement (or actual damages and profits of the Defendant).  This can be in addition to other damages for copyright infringement.Many photo infringement demand letters are now including these types of claims.  if you need help with a copyright matter - either as a Plaintiff or a Defendant, call us to discuss at (877) 276-5084.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Essentials - Online infringement and "unmasking" the "anonymous" infringer with a 512(h) subpoenaIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses the general process of using a 512(h) subpoena to learn the identity of a person or company who may be infringing on your copyright, trademark, trade secrets, or misappropriating your right of publicity ("publicity rights" in California).   Generally, the first step is to send a DMCA takedown notice to the online service provider, such as:Pinterest?RedditFacebookTwitterYouTube Instagram  Once that is accomplished (there are legal requirements to do it right - check with IP counsel), you can file a DMCA subpoena petition (for example, in the Northern District of California to send a subpoena to facebook), pay the fee, add the proper exhibits and supporting documentation and the clerk of the court can issue your subpoena.  The subpoena can then be served on the social media platform (check out their individual rules) and you can seek to learn the identity of the anonymous poster who has been or continues to infringe your IP.Once you obtain the information from the subpoena (name, address, etc.), you can decide what you want to do as far as pursuing a settlement, filing a lawsuit, or dropping the matter if you don't see it being worth the fight (ex. if the online infringer is out of the country).For more information contact us at AttorneySteve.com.Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our VIDEO CHANNEL  Attorney Steve Legal Channel.Thanks!

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Essentials - Online infringement and "unmasking" the "anonymous" infringer with a 512(h) subpoenaIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses the general process of using a 512(h) subpoena to learn the identity of a person or company who may be infringing on your copyright, trademark, trade secrets, or misappropriating your right of publicity ("publicity rights" in California).   Generally, the first step is to send a DMCA takedown notice to the online service provider, such as:Pinterest?RedditFacebookTwitterYouTube Instagram  Once that is accomplished (there are legal requirements to do it right - check with IP counsel), you can file a DMCA subpoena petition (for example, in the Northern District of California to send a subpoena to facebook), pay the fee, add the proper exhibits and supporting documentation and the clerk of the court can issue your subpoena.  The subpoena can then be served on the social media platform (check out their individual rules) and you can seek to learn the identity of the anonymous poster who has been or continues to infringe your IP.Once you obtain the information from the subpoena (name, address, etc.), you can decide what you want to do as far as pursuing a settlement, filing a lawsuit, or dropping the matter if you don't see it being worth the fight (ex. if the online infringer is out of the country).For more information contact us at AttorneySteve.com.Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our VIDEO CHANNEL  Attorney Steve Legal Channel.Thanks!

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Attorney Steve® - Copyright Law Essentials - The "embed" defenseThis is an important podcast if your company uses photos, images, illustrations or other copyrighted content (not belonging to you, and not created by or licensed to you or your company) and you share these photos even links to these photos potentially on your Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn or other commercial websites used to promote your business.  This has and is leading to more lawsuits, this time against Cox Media Group in New York.  This is a good message that companies need to build up their own creative teams to avoid being resorted to using pre-created content not owned by the company.  Copyright infringement penalties can be STIFF so this podcast is a gentle reminder.Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our VIDEO CHANNEL - AttorneySteveVideos.comThis is general legal information only and not legal advice.  This is attorney advertisement and communication.  If you need help with a copyright lawsuit in California, Arizona or specific Courts in New York or Texas where we have been admitted to the federal courts (call us to discuss), we can be reached at (877) 276-5084

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Attorney Steve® - Copyright Law Essentials - The "embed" defenseThis is an important podcast if your company uses photos, images, illustrations or other copyrighted content (not belonging to you, and not created by or licensed to you or your company) and you share these photos even links to these photos potentially on your Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn or other commercial websites used to promote your business.  This has and is leading to more lawsuits, this time against Cox Media Group in New York.  This is a good message that companies need to build up their own creative teams to avoid being resorted to using pre-created content not owned by the company.  Copyright infringement penalties can be STIFF so this podcast is a gentle reminder.Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our VIDEO CHANNEL - AttorneySteveVideos.comThis is general legal information only and not legal advice.  This is attorney advertisement and communication.  If you need help with a copyright lawsuit in California, Arizona or specific Courts in New York or Texas where we have been admitted to the federal courts (call us to discuss), we can be reached at (877) 276-5084

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Attorney Steve® - the Photo Infringement LawyerIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour we discuss one of the most important things to know if you received a photo infringement demand letter from a Santa Ana photo infringement law firm known as HIgbee & Associates.  This firm can be seeking settlements in the hundreds, or even thousands of dollars range.  Thus, it is important to know things like fair use, non-commercial use and other potential defenses and mitigating factors (not they may also be bringing section 1202 alteration claims, which will be the subject of a future video for my popular legal YouTube site (now nearing 20,000 subscribers).#photoinfringementlawyer#HigbeeLetter#FairUse#CopyrightDefenseLawyer#CaliforniaCopyrightLawyer

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Attorney Steve® - the Photo Infringement LawyerIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour we discuss one of the most important things to know if you received a photo infringement demand letter from a Santa Ana photo infringement law firm known as HIgbee & Associates.  This firm can be seeking settlements in the hundreds, or even thousands of dollars range.  Thus, it is important to know things like fair use, non-commercial use and other potential defenses and mitigating factors (not they may also be bringing section 1202 alteration claims, which will be the subject of a future video for my popular legal YouTube site (now nearing 20,000 subscribers).#photoinfringementlawyer#HigbeeLetter#FairUse#CopyrightDefenseLawyer#CaliforniaCopyrightLawyer

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Attorney Steve® Internet Law Essentials - Online YELP reviews that may not be defamatoryIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve® discusses the YELP content guidelines and how you may be able to have a negative YELP review of your business removed based on Yelp's own policies.  As a private social media platform, they get to set their own rules, but usually, a company should be held to comply with their own policies.  Here are the top seven grounds to have a bad review removed along with a discussion of California anti-SLAPP law.  Remember, pure opinions are NOT DEFAMATORY and if you decide to file a defamation lawsuit you can find yourself paying attorney fees to your opponent if they prevail on s SLAPP motion.Here is a link to the Yelp guidelineshttps://www.yelp.com/guidelinesCall us at (877) 276-5084 if you need help with an internet Copyright Infringement, Defamation or Anti-SLAPP defense case.  Visit us online at AttorneySteve.com.  SUBSCRIBE to our popular video channel at AttorneySteveVideos.com (approaching 20,000 subscribers).Thanks for listening!- Attorney Steve - 

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Attorney Steve® Internet Law Essentials - Online YELP reviews that may not be defamatoryIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve® discusses the YELP content guidelines and how you may be able to have a negative YELP review of your business removed based on Yelp's own policies.  As a private social media platform, they get to set their own rules, but usually, a company should be held to comply with their own policies.  Here are the top seven grounds to have a bad review removed along with a discussion of California anti-SLAPP law.  Remember, pure opinions are NOT DEFAMATORY and if you decide to file a defamation lawsuit you can find yourself paying attorney fees to your opponent if they prevail on s SLAPP motion.Here is a link to the Yelp guidelineshttps://www.yelp.com/guidelinesCall us at (877) 276-5084 if you need help with an internet Copyright Infringement, Defamation or Anti-SLAPP defense case.  Visit us online at AttorneySteve.com.  SUBSCRIBE to our popular video channel at AttorneySteveVideos.com (approaching 20,000 subscribers).Thanks for listening!- Attorney Steve - 

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Attorney Steve® - California Privacy Insights - Need CCPA consultant?  Call us.  I was doing "this" before there was a "this."California has passed new data information privacy law (the CCPA) that takes effect on January 1, 2020.  The law provides customers new rights to:Know what personal information is collectedKnow how that information is shared and with whomBe able to easily "opt-out" of information sharing with third partiesRight to "access" their information (ex. does your company take different information at various customer touchpoints such as sales, marketing, service, support, accounting, online credit applications, etc.).  The California resident is entitled to know what you collect.  Customer Data Integration (may be very important).  CRM software may help.Right to request this documentation 2x's per year (companies will have 45 days to respond)Right not to be discriminated against for exercising any privacy rights under the statute.Right to file private lawsuits for a data breach (companies have to have reasonable data security practices)The "Right to be Forgotten"Is your company ready for this?  Do you need a Chief Privacy Officer?  We can help with legal compliance issues.  I worked at Experian many years ago, and my job title was "Privacy Consultant" where my job was to know all the privacy laws and consult with "financial institutions" to discuss compliance opportunities.  Using "Privacy" as a "Best Practice."  Call us at (877) 276-5084 for more information.

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Attorney Steve® - California Privacy Insights - Need CCPA consultant?  Call us.  I was doing "this" before there was a "this."California has passed new data information privacy law (the CCPA) that takes effect on January 1, 2020.  The law provides customers new rights to:Know what personal information is collectedKnow how that information is shared and with whomBe able to easily "opt-out" of information sharing with third partiesRight to "access" their information (ex. does your company take different information at various customer touchpoints such as sales, marketing, service, support, accounting, online credit applications, etc.).  The California resident is entitled to know what you collect.  Customer Data Integration (may be very important).  CRM software may help.Right to request this documentation 2x's per year (companies will have 45 days to respond)Right not to be discriminated against for exercising any privacy rights under the statute.Right to file private lawsuits for a data breach (companies have to have reasonable data security practices)The "Right to be Forgotten"Is your company ready for this?  Do you need a Chief Privacy Officer?  We can help with legal compliance issues.  I worked at Experian many years ago, and my job title was "Privacy Consultant" where my job was to know all the privacy laws and consult with "financial institutions" to discuss compliance opportunities.  Using "Privacy" as a "Best Practice."  Call us at (877) 276-5084 for more information.

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Attorney Steve® - Infringement Report - Selling Counterfeit Goods OnlineSelling Counterfeit products on sites like Shopify, Alibaba, Amazon, Etsy or eBay can cause significant legal trouble including fines and penalties up to 2 million dollars.  There could also be criminal implications if serious enough.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses what happens when you receive a letter from a law firm (ex. Kirkpatrick Townsend) alleging infringement sales and or distribution of their client's products, which could include Apple products or other lines.  They have IP attorneys on your team and you should have a copyright / trademark lawyer on your team.  They will likely ask to see all your sales, and want to know the entire supply chain (contact information).  They will also likely seek a monetary settlement and return or destruction of the infringing goods.  Call us if you need legal help.  This can be a "bet the farm" type of case given the large damages at issue.Click here to see the law on counterfeit damages - https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/15/1117

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Attorney Steve® - Infringement Report - Selling Counterfeit Goods OnlineSelling Counterfeit products on sites like Shopify, Alibaba, Amazon, Etsy or eBay can cause significant legal trouble including fines and penalties up to 2 million dollars.  There could also be criminal implications if serious enough.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses what happens when you receive a letter from a law firm (ex. Kirkpatrick Townsend) alleging infringement sales and or distribution of their client's products, which could include Apple products or other lines.  They have IP attorneys on your team and you should have a copyright / trademark lawyer on your team.  They will likely ask to see all your sales, and want to know the entire supply chain (contact information).  They will also likely seek a monetary settlement and return or destruction of the infringing goods.  Call us if you need legal help.  This can be a "bet the farm" type of case given the large damages at issue.Click here to see the law on counterfeit damages - https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/15/1117

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Attorney Steve® Civil Procedure - Meet and Confer Obligations - California Central District Rule 7-3Is your local counsel not playing fair or by the rules?  For example, they want to file a motion to dismiss a lawsuit or counterclaim (or file another motion covered under Local Rule 7-3) in the Central District Court of California?  If so, the local rules say their counsel needs to "meet and confer" with you, preferably in person, to discuss the merits of the case, pro's and cons, go over caselaw THOROUGHLY.  Failure to do that can result in them having their motion to denied.  This is why it is important to document your phone calls, emails and other communications because you may need to attach them to your exhibits if you are going to try to point this out to the Court and try to have their motion deemed denied and NOT CONSIDERED for failure to comply with the Local Rules of Court.  If you need help with a copyright infringement case, software audit with the Software Alliance (BSA), Autodesk, Siemens, Vero software or are dealing with Strike 3 Holdings, LLC or Malibu Media in federal court litigation, these rules may come in handy.  In many times, because the Plaintiff lawyers have SO MANY CASES they are filing they may not be so keen on the "thorough" requirement.

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Attorney Steve® Civil Procedure - Meet and Confer Obligations - California Central District Rule 7-3Is your local counsel not playing fair or by the rules?  For example, they want to file a motion to dismiss a lawsuit or counterclaim (or file another motion covered under Local Rule 7-3) in the Central District Court of California?  If so, the local rules say their counsel needs to "meet and confer" with you, preferably in person, to discuss the merits of the case, pro's and cons, go over caselaw THOROUGHLY.  Failure to do that can result in them having their motion to denied.  This is why it is important to document your phone calls, emails and other communications because you may need to attach them to your exhibits if you are going to try to point this out to the Court and try to have their motion deemed denied and NOT CONSIDERED for failure to comply with the Local Rules of Court.  If you need help with a copyright infringement case, software audit with the Software Alliance (BSA), Autodesk, Siemens, Vero software or are dealing with Strike 3 Holdings, LLC or Malibu Media in federal court litigation, these rules may come in handy.  In many times, because the Plaintiff lawyers have SO MANY CASES they are filing they may not be so keen on the "thorough" requirement.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/11/14/california-meet-and-confer-local-rule-7-3 Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:30:00 -0800 503 California,Central District,Meet and Confer,Rule 7-3,Strike 3 Holdings false Strike 3 Holdings DENIED early discovery in HUGE New Jersey case! Strike 3 Holdings DENIED early discovery in HUGE New Jersey case! Send us Fan Mail

BitTorrent Litigation Updates 2019 - Motion for Early Discovery (to send ISP subpoena) DENIED!!In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses internet file-sharing cases and in particular, Strike 3 Holdings (who has filed over 3,000 lawsuits in a short amount of time) many in the Federal Courts, but also now doing something new by filing cases in Miami-Dade County Court (seeking a "Bill of Discovery") to get an internet subscribers name and identity.  The Court, in this case, went to great lengths to deny Strike Three's request and to review some of the most important BitTorrent case law in the United States.  If you need help with responding to an ISP motion, or filing a motion to quash a subpoena, contact us at (877) 276-5084. We have appeared in over 150 federal court cases are are a leader in California torrent defense, especially in the Central and Northern Districts.  We are also admitted in New York and Texas.  #SubpoenaDefense#ISPnotice#Strike3#MalibuMedia#EarlyDiscovery

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BitTorrent Litigation Updates 2019 - Motion for Early Discovery (to send ISP subpoena) DENIED!!In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses internet file-sharing cases and in particular, Strike 3 Holdings (who has filed over 3,000 lawsuits in a short amount of time) many in the Federal Courts, but also now doing something new by filing cases in Miami-Dade County Court (seeking a "Bill of Discovery") to get an internet subscribers name and identity.  The Court, in this case, went to great lengths to deny Strike Three's request and to review some of the most important BitTorrent case law in the United States.  If you need help with responding to an ISP motion, or filing a motion to quash a subpoena, contact us at (877) 276-5084. We have appeared in over 150 federal court cases are are a leader in California torrent defense, especially in the Central and Northern Districts.  We are also admitted in New York and Texas.  #SubpoenaDefense#ISPnotice#Strike3#MalibuMedia#EarlyDiscovery

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/11/12/strike-3-holdings-denied-early-discovery-in-huge-new-jersey-case Tue, 12 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0800 3230 Strike 3 Holdings,New jersey case,denied early discovery,bittorrent defenses,motion to dismiss false What happens if you destroy evidence in a copyright infringement case? What happens if you destroy evidence in a copyright infringement case? Send us Fan Mail

Copyright Infringement Essentials - Penalties and Sanctions for "disposing of the evidence."In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® IP lawyer discusses what happens when you are faced with litigation and possibly receive a litigation hold letter.  In these cases, you have a duty to preserve evidence and if you don't and judgment can be entered against you (in the worst form of intentional spoliation). Or, an "adverse inference" or negative jury instruction could work against you at trial.  The rule at issue is F.R.C.P. 37(e).If you need help with a software piracy litigation case, or software audit (ex. Business Software Alliance, Vero, Siemens, or Autodesk), photo infringement or Strike 3 Holdings  / Mailbu Media BitTorrent "file-sharing" litigation (or other general copyright infringement) matter give us a call at (877) 276-5084.  These are niche areas under the intellectual property umbrella and we are one of the leading if not the top firm in our business.  We offer low flat rate fees for most non-litigation cases.  We have appeared in over 150 federal court cases in our 15 years of practice.

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Copyright Infringement Essentials - Penalties and Sanctions for "disposing of the evidence."In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® IP lawyer discusses what happens when you are faced with litigation and possibly receive a litigation hold letter.  In these cases, you have a duty to preserve evidence and if you don't and judgment can be entered against you (in the worst form of intentional spoliation). Or, an "adverse inference" or negative jury instruction could work against you at trial.  The rule at issue is F.R.C.P. 37(e).If you need help with a software piracy litigation case, or software audit (ex. Business Software Alliance, Vero, Siemens, or Autodesk), photo infringement or Strike 3 Holdings  / Mailbu Media BitTorrent "file-sharing" litigation (or other general copyright infringement) matter give us a call at (877) 276-5084.  These are niche areas under the intellectual property umbrella and we are one of the leading if not the top firm in our business.  We offer low flat rate fees for most non-litigation cases.  We have appeared in over 150 federal court cases in our 15 years of practice.

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Boxing Piracy Essentials - Step one - DON'T TALK TO THEIR ATTORNEYS ON THE PHONE.  This would be your FIRST and BIGGEST mistake.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses what happens if your bar, restaurant, club, sports bar or other establishment is accused of illegal broadcasting (or copyright infringement) of the boxing match, UFC fight or even a soccer match.  Three main firms hold broadcasting rights for the bix PPV boxing matches:1.  G&G Closed Circuit Events2.  Joe Hand Promotions3.  J&J Sports ProductionThese companies have regional attorneys in California, New York and other states.   Since they use Attorneys, you should too.   HANG UP THE PHONE AFTER THEY INTRODUCE THEMSELVES. For more information go to AttorneySteve.com

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Boxing Piracy Essentials - Step one - DON'T TALK TO THEIR ATTORNEYS ON THE PHONE.  This would be your FIRST and BIGGEST mistake.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses what happens if your bar, restaurant, club, sports bar or other establishment is accused of illegal broadcasting (or copyright infringement) of the boxing match, UFC fight or even a soccer match.  Three main firms hold broadcasting rights for the bix PPV boxing matches:1.  G&G Closed Circuit Events2.  Joe Hand Promotions3.  J&J Sports ProductionThese companies have regional attorneys in California, New York and other states.   Since they use Attorneys, you should too.   HANG UP THE PHONE AFTER THEY INTRODUCE THEMSELVES. For more information go to AttorneySteve.com

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Strike 3 Holdings, LLC - BitTorrent Litigation Updates - California citizen sued in Florida for "Equity" in "Pure Bill of Discovery."  What on earth is this?Our boutique copyright infringement law firm has seen it all, but now we are seeking something new.  Strike 3 Holdings, (a prolific filer of adult ography file-sharing cases, along with Malibu Media), now appears to be filing lawsuits (not in Federal Court as has been done for a long time) but now they are filing cases in "equity" but yet also seeking damages (for a federal court lawsuit that has not been filed).  Does this comply with the rules?  Why are they trying to avoid federal court?  Are they limited in recovery to their representation to the court (judicial estoppel) that the "amount in controversy does not exceed $15,000?  We routinely get monetary demands (not equity demands) seeking 20k, 30k or even as much as 50k from Strike 3 Lawyers such as Bandlow Law Firm in Los Angeles.  Before you give in, call us to discuss your legal rights.  We are not licensed in Florida, but we are able to accept federal copyright infringement cases (which I suspect are to follow, or at least I was told my client would be sued in California following this Bill of Discovery and the ISP turning over their name and address) subject to federal court rules.DON'T LET THESE GUYS INTIMIDATE YOU.  I BELIEVE THERE IS A SERIOUS REASON THEY ARE PURSUING THIS PROCEDURE WHICH THE FLORIDA STATE BAR HAS CALLED "A DINOSAUR?"  We have defended hundreds of BitTorrent "john doe" defendants over the years.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.  Visit AttorneySteve.com or make sure to watch our awesome video channel (SUBSCRIBE) at www.AttorneySteveVideos.com - now over 16k subscribers and nearly 2 million video views!!

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Strike 3 Holdings, LLC - BitTorrent Litigation Updates - California citizen sued in Florida for "Equity" in "Pure Bill of Discovery."  What on earth is this?Our boutique copyright infringement law firm has seen it all, but now we are seeking something new.  Strike 3 Holdings, (a prolific filer of adult ography file-sharing cases, along with Malibu Media), now appears to be filing lawsuits (not in Federal Court as has been done for a long time) but now they are filing cases in "equity" but yet also seeking damages (for a federal court lawsuit that has not been filed).  Does this comply with the rules?  Why are they trying to avoid federal court?  Are they limited in recovery to their representation to the court (judicial estoppel) that the "amount in controversy does not exceed $15,000?  We routinely get monetary demands (not equity demands) seeking 20k, 30k or even as much as 50k from Strike 3 Lawyers such as Bandlow Law Firm in Los Angeles.  Before you give in, call us to discuss your legal rights.  We are not licensed in Florida, but we are able to accept federal copyright infringement cases (which I suspect are to follow, or at least I was told my client would be sued in California following this Bill of Discovery and the ISP turning over their name and address) subject to federal court rules.DON'T LET THESE GUYS INTIMIDATE YOU.  I BELIEVE THERE IS A SERIOUS REASON THEY ARE PURSUING THIS PROCEDURE WHICH THE FLORIDA STATE BAR HAS CALLED "A DINOSAUR?"  We have defended hundreds of BitTorrent "john doe" defendants over the years.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.  Visit AttorneySteve.com or make sure to watch our awesome video channel (SUBSCRIBE) at www.AttorneySteveVideos.com - now over 16k subscribers and nearly 2 million video views!!

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/11/01/strike-3-suing-you-in-miami-dade-county-florida-in-pure-bill-of-discovery Thu, 31 Oct 2019 18:30:00 -0700 931 Strike 3 Holdings,Pure Bill of Discovery,Florida,Miami-Dade County,Orlando false The role of real estate EQUITY in copyright infringement settlements The role of real estate EQUITY in copyright infringement settlements Send us Fan Mail

Copyright Infringement Essentials - Strike 3 and Malibu Media Settlement Factors - Home Equity and HELOC'sOur law firm represents many people and companies in software audit cases and Strike 3 Holdings adult ography defense.  For example, if you get a demand from Bandlow Law Firm (who represents adult company Strike 3 in many copyright infringement filings in California including the Northern Southern and Central District.The most commonly asked question when we are defending these cases is "what is this going to cost to settle" (for alleged illegal video file sharing through BitTorrent protcol.  Our common answer is "it depends."  Settlements can depend on a wide variety of factors such as:1. Monthly income (they may look at your LinkedIn profile to get an idea of your career level).  You might want to block access if you receive a subpoena notice from your ISP (such as Cox, AT&T, Verizon)2.  Salary (do you have a w-2 job)?  If so, "garnishing wages" can become an issue3.  Personal assets (stocks, 401K, planes, cars, boats, etc.)4.  Investment real estate owned (is this easy to see with an asset search, or perhaps you have the property in a "trust" which is harder to find)?5.  Real estate equity (that is what this video discusses).Watch this video about Strike 3 Holdings settlement factors from our YouTube channel.  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE!4.  Ability / willingness to file BKIf you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084.  We are one of America's most experienced Torrent defense law firms.  

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Copyright Infringement Essentials - Strike 3 and Malibu Media Settlement Factors - Home Equity and HELOC'sOur law firm represents many people and companies in software audit cases and Strike 3 Holdings adult ography defense.  For example, if you get a demand from Bandlow Law Firm (who represents adult company Strike 3 in many copyright infringement filings in California including the Northern Southern and Central District.The most commonly asked question when we are defending these cases is "what is this going to cost to settle" (for alleged illegal video file sharing through BitTorrent protcol.  Our common answer is "it depends."  Settlements can depend on a wide variety of factors such as:1. Monthly income (they may look at your LinkedIn profile to get an idea of your career level).  You might want to block access if you receive a subpoena notice from your ISP (such as Cox, AT&T, Verizon)2.  Salary (do you have a w-2 job)?  If so, "garnishing wages" can become an issue3.  Personal assets (stocks, 401K, planes, cars, boats, etc.)4.  Investment real estate owned (is this easy to see with an asset search, or perhaps you have the property in a "trust" which is harder to find)?5.  Real estate equity (that is what this video discusses).Watch this video about Strike 3 Holdings settlement factors from our YouTube channel.  Make sure to SUBSCRIBE!4.  Ability / willingness to file BKIf you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084.  We are one of America's most experienced Torrent defense law firms.  

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Software Audit Essentials - Hiring a IP & Technology Law Firm that insists on Billable HoursIt is mind-wracking when you get a letter demanding a software audit (either internal, contractual, random, or "informant-generated."  The next question becomes what type of law firm do I hire?  Here are the three factors I think you need to keep in mind:1.  Experienced - we have handled hundreds of audits and investigations with companies like Siemens, CNC, Solidworks, Adobe, BSA, Autodesk and others.2.  Litigation skill - as these software audit threats are usually brought under the bully club of "my client wants to litigate" it is important to have a IP law firm that is not scared of litigation.  Specifically, a law firm who has vast experience handling federal court litigation cases. We are one of the few firms with a strong background in handling audits (with companies like Venable, Donahue Fitzgerald, Weir-johnson, Royer-Cooper, Warner Law Group and Klemchuk).  We have appeared in over 150 federal court litigation cases and we do not get pushed around with the threat of litigation.3.  Cost effective - Our firm is a leader in the software compliance field.  Our technology attorney offers FLAT RATE (predictable) one-time legal fee for audits and settlement.  As this podcast points out, other firm may think this process has to go from 12-36 months).  It does not.  And if these law firms are putting 1-3 lawyers on your case, you could realize a VERY HEFTY LEGAL BILL for the same service we provide.  Don't be follwed by others.  In fact, recently, we had someone call us who had been seved a $7,000 legal bill and the case had barely moved out of the gate.  So, be very careful with law firm in the software compliance area who tell you the time frames could be as much as two or three years and they're billing. 

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Software Audit Essentials - Hiring a IP & Technology Law Firm that insists on Billable HoursIt is mind-wracking when you get a letter demanding a software audit (either internal, contractual, random, or "informant-generated."  The next question becomes what type of law firm do I hire?  Here are the three factors I think you need to keep in mind:1.  Experienced - we have handled hundreds of audits and investigations with companies like Siemens, CNC, Solidworks, Adobe, BSA, Autodesk and others.2.  Litigation skill - as these software audit threats are usually brought under the bully club of "my client wants to litigate" it is important to have a IP law firm that is not scared of litigation.  Specifically, a law firm who has vast experience handling federal court litigation cases. We are one of the few firms with a strong background in handling audits (with companies like Venable, Donahue Fitzgerald, Weir-johnson, Royer-Cooper, Warner Law Group and Klemchuk).  We have appeared in over 150 federal court litigation cases and we do not get pushed around with the threat of litigation.3.  Cost effective - Our firm is a leader in the software compliance field.  Our technology attorney offers FLAT RATE (predictable) one-time legal fee for audits and settlement.  As this podcast points out, other firm may think this process has to go from 12-36 months).  It does not.  And if these law firms are putting 1-3 lawyers on your case, you could realize a VERY HEFTY LEGAL BILL for the same service we provide.  Don't be follwed by others.  In fact, recently, we had someone call us who had been seved a $7,000 legal bill and the case had barely moved out of the gate.  So, be very careful with law firm in the software compliance area who tell you the time frames could be as much as two or three years and they're billing. 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/10/08/software-audit-timelines-and-the-problematic-billable-hour Tue, 08 Oct 2019 10:00:00 -0700 475 Business Software Alliance,BSA<,billable hour,time frames in a software audit,flat rate fees false Attorney Steve® discusses how to do a DMCA takedown on Amazon.com Attorney Steve® discusses how to do a DMCA takedown on Amazon.com Send us Fan Mail

Copyright Essentials - DMCA Takedown - Selling Infringing Products on AmazonIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses how to issue a DMCA copyright takedown notice if you see someone selling a product with your copyright or trademark online.  Here is information about their registered agent.  For help, contact us at (877) 276-5084 or visit Attorney Steve®. Copyright AgentAmazon.com Legal DepartmentP.O. Box 81226Seattle, WA 98108Phone: (206) 266-4064Fax: (206) 266-7010E-mail: copyright@amazon.comCourier address:Copyright AgentAmazon.com Legal Department410 Terry Avenue NorthSeattle, WA 98109-5210USANote: This procedure is exclusively for notifying Amazon that your copyrighted material has been infringed.Items to IncludeAn electronic or physical signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright interest;A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed upon;A description of where the material you claim is infringing is located on the site;Your address, telephone number, and e-mail address;A statement by you that you have a good-faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law;A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf. 

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Copyright Essentials - DMCA Takedown - Selling Infringing Products on AmazonIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses how to issue a DMCA copyright takedown notice if you see someone selling a product with your copyright or trademark online.  Here is information about their registered agent.  For help, contact us at (877) 276-5084 or visit Attorney Steve®. Copyright AgentAmazon.com Legal DepartmentP.O. Box 81226Seattle, WA 98108Phone: (206) 266-4064Fax: (206) 266-7010E-mail: copyright@amazon.comCourier address:Copyright AgentAmazon.com Legal Department410 Terry Avenue NorthSeattle, WA 98109-5210USANote: This procedure is exclusively for notifying Amazon that your copyrighted material has been infringed.Items to IncludeAn electronic or physical signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright interest;A description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed upon;A description of where the material you claim is infringing is located on the site;Your address, telephone number, and e-mail address;A statement by you that you have a good-faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law;A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owner's behalf. 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/10/07/attorney-steve-discusses-how-to-do-a-dmca-takedown-on-amazoncom Mon, 07 Oct 2019 13:00:00 -0700 551 Amazon.com,DMCA takedown notice,copyright infringement,trademark,California Right of Publicity false Facebook to create "Supreme Court" to hear content moderation appeals Facebook to create "Supreme Court" to hear content moderation appeals Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® Breaking IP Legal News - Facebook "Supreme Court" to launch in 2020IntroductionMany people have been complaining about having their social media posts taken down because someone flagged it as offensive or in violation of facebook, instagram (and even twitter - not covered by this new court, but possibly in the future). Other complain that it is "political correctness gone wild."  Lawmakers and regulators in the United States have been taking a look at regulation wondering if these lkarge social media platforms have too much power to control, silence, and "chill" free speech.  To me, this is a smart form of "self-regulation" seeking to create a separate and independent "court" that will hear select appeals on some of the more significant issues (apparently, only select cses will be heard), and also, the court will issue "advisory opinions" at the request of facebook.  This looks like we will be creating a body of "social media common law" and if successful, the court may hear cases from other social media platforms in the future.  This is yet to be determined.The oversight board will ultimately consist of 40 members, but may start with as few as 11.  Cases will be heard by 5 member boards who will decide the case.  The decision will be FINAL and BINDING (unless Facebook determines that the decision will violate the law).  The board is designed to be independent and diverse in background.  The members will serve for 3 years.Keep in mind, social media platforms like instagram, twitter and facebook are PRIVATELY OWNED, so technically they do not need to comply with the first amendment (which applies to governmental entitites).  If you need help with a free speech or DMCA ssue, resulting in suppression of free speech visit AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® Breaking IP Legal News - Facebook "Supreme Court" to launch in 2020IntroductionMany people have been complaining about having their social media posts taken down because someone flagged it as offensive or in violation of facebook, instagram (and even twitter - not covered by this new court, but possibly in the future). Other complain that it is "political correctness gone wild."  Lawmakers and regulators in the United States have been taking a look at regulation wondering if these lkarge social media platforms have too much power to control, silence, and "chill" free speech.  To me, this is a smart form of "self-regulation" seeking to create a separate and independent "court" that will hear select appeals on some of the more significant issues (apparently, only select cses will be heard), and also, the court will issue "advisory opinions" at the request of facebook.  This looks like we will be creating a body of "social media common law" and if successful, the court may hear cases from other social media platforms in the future.  This is yet to be determined.The oversight board will ultimately consist of 40 members, but may start with as few as 11.  Cases will be heard by 5 member boards who will decide the case.  The decision will be FINAL and BINDING (unless Facebook determines that the decision will violate the law).  The board is designed to be independent and diverse in background.  The members will serve for 3 years.Keep in mind, social media platforms like instagram, twitter and facebook are PRIVATELY OWNED, so technically they do not need to comply with the first amendment (which applies to governmental entitites).  If you need help with a free speech or DMCA ssue, resulting in suppression of free speech visit AttorneySteve.com

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/09/18/facebook-to-create-supreme-court-to-hear-content-moderation-appeals Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:00:00 -0700 340 facebook,supreme court,free speech appeals court,social media common law,twitter false Attorney Steve® Top 5 Tips to Avoid Software Compliance NIGHTMARES! Attorney Steve® Top 5 Tips to Avoid Software Compliance NIGHTMARES! Send us Fan Mail

Software Audit Compliance Tips by Attorney Steve®, the Copyright LawyerIntroductionHaving handled hundreds of software audits we have learned some very basic key tips every company should be aware of, adopt and apply in their daily business practices to avoid major software vendors like Vero software (alphacam, surfcam), Microsoft (Windows and Office and Cal's the big issues many times), CNC Mastercam (Solidworks), Siemens, VB Conversion, Autodesk (CAD) from hitting you up for high software compliance penalties and copyright infringement damages.  Even officers and directors can be held liable if there is "willful copyright infringement."  This podcast will help you understand very easy steps you can take to reduce your legal risk in this often mis-understood area of the law.Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Video Channel (now over 15k subscribers).  For more detailed information about software audit defense, visit our Software Audit Resource Center.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 for more infromation.  We offer free initial consultations to companies that have received an audit demand letter, for example, from Venable, Donahue Fitzgerald, Royer-Cooper, Weir-Johnson, SIIA, Business Software Alliance and others.This is general legal information only and not legal advice.  This is attorney advertisement and communication.

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Software Audit Compliance Tips by Attorney Steve®, the Copyright LawyerIntroductionHaving handled hundreds of software audits we have learned some very basic key tips every company should be aware of, adopt and apply in their daily business practices to avoid major software vendors like Vero software (alphacam, surfcam), Microsoft (Windows and Office and Cal's the big issues many times), CNC Mastercam (Solidworks), Siemens, VB Conversion, Autodesk (CAD) from hitting you up for high software compliance penalties and copyright infringement damages.  Even officers and directors can be held liable if there is "willful copyright infringement."  This podcast will help you understand very easy steps you can take to reduce your legal risk in this often mis-understood area of the law.Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Video Channel (now over 15k subscribers).  For more detailed information about software audit defense, visit our Software Audit Resource Center.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 for more infromation.  We offer free initial consultations to companies that have received an audit demand letter, for example, from Venable, Donahue Fitzgerald, Royer-Cooper, Weir-Johnson, SIIA, Business Software Alliance and others.This is general legal information only and not legal advice.  This is attorney advertisement and communication.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/09/16/attorney-steve-top-5-tips-to-avoid-software-compliance-nightmares Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0700 784 software compliance tips,software license defense attorney,BSA software audits,Autodesk license compliance,CNC false Beware of the software "phone home" technology Beware of the software "phone home" technology Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® Software Audit EssentialsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour (sorry about the sound quality, thought I was using my Rode mike but wasn't), Copyright Lawyer Steve Vondran discuss three companies who use the "phone home" technology to monitor, track and catch software infringers.  Is this a legal practice?  The companies we discuss are Vero, Mastercam and VB Conversion.Contact a software audit defense attorneyIf you need help responding to a legal demand letter from a software company contact us for a free initial consultation.  In this area of copyright law there is no substitute for experience.  We have helped many companies large and small.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.Click here to visit our Software Audit Resurce Center

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Attorney Steve® Software Audit EssentialsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour (sorry about the sound quality, thought I was using my Rode mike but wasn't), Copyright Lawyer Steve Vondran discuss three companies who use the "phone home" technology to monitor, track and catch software infringers.  Is this a legal practice?  The companies we discuss are Vero, Mastercam and VB Conversion.Contact a software audit defense attorneyIf you need help responding to a legal demand letter from a software company contact us for a free initial consultation.  In this area of copyright law there is no substitute for experience.  We have helped many companies large and small.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.Click here to visit our Software Audit Resurce Center

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2019 Torrent Litigation UpdatesIn this podcast, Attorney Steve® provides an overview of some things going on in the BitTorrent legal trenches following the 9th Circuit "Cobbler Nevada" case.  The Cobbler court said a Plaintiff must allege "something more" than just a IP address to withstand a motion to dismiss an alleged illegal file sharing (of their adult videos) copyright infringement case.  We also provide our top tips if you have receive a siubpoena notice from your ISP in regard to ography downloading.  If you received a notice with a limited amount of time to file a motion to quash subpoena, or seek a protective order, call us for a free initial conversation.Here are some other helpful resources1.  Vondran discusses the business of BitTorrent litigation2.  Beware of Torrent defense lawyers who guarantee settlement amount3.  Malibu Media loses caseFor more help call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit AttorneySteve.com.  You can find out YouTube legal channel at AttorneySteveVideos.com

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2019 Torrent Litigation UpdatesIn this podcast, Attorney Steve® provides an overview of some things going on in the BitTorrent legal trenches following the 9th Circuit "Cobbler Nevada" case.  The Cobbler court said a Plaintiff must allege "something more" than just a IP address to withstand a motion to dismiss an alleged illegal file sharing (of their adult videos) copyright infringement case.  We also provide our top tips if you have receive a siubpoena notice from your ISP in regard to ography downloading.  If you received a notice with a limited amount of time to file a motion to quash subpoena, or seek a protective order, call us for a free initial conversation.Here are some other helpful resources1.  Vondran discusses the business of BitTorrent litigation2.  Beware of Torrent defense lawyers who guarantee settlement amount3.  Malibu Media loses caseFor more help call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit AttorneySteve.com.  You can find out YouTube legal channel at AttorneySteveVideos.com

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/09/11/2019-bittorrent-litigation-updates-by-attorney-steve Wed, 11 Sep 2019 16:00:00 -0700 506 Torrent trenches,Bittorrent litigation updates,2019,file sharing,p2p false Did you get an email from Autodesk outside the United States? Did you get an email from Autodesk outside the United States? Send us Fan Mail

Autodesk International Copyright Audits - International Updates 2019Our firm is a leader in the United States representing companies in software license compliance.  Autodesk has a global presence, for example in:1. United Kingdom (U.K.)2. Baltics3. Nordics4. Benelux5. Ireland6. Belgium7.  Denmark8. Sweeden9. Europe10.  Africa11.  Middle EastThey are helping architects and engineers build the future.  We have helped many clients who receive emails demanding a "contractual audit" (based on the EULA), and also official demand letters from their California based law firm "Donahue Fitzgerald" (a company we have dealt with hundreds of times) in various types of software audits, and piracy litigation in the United States.If you received a demand letter (and you are "Outside the U.S.") it is important to understand the Byrne Convention and your legal liability in the United States where even "officers and directors" of the company may be held "personally liable" for software infringement in their company, especially if:1. They had a financial interest in software piracy (not paying for licensed software)and2.  Had the "right and ability to supervise"For more information or to view our software audit resource center call us at (877) 276-5084.  We offer FREE initial consultations to companies that have received an audit email or legal demand letter, or worse, a summons and complaint.   

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Autodesk International Copyright Audits - International Updates 2019Our firm is a leader in the United States representing companies in software license compliance.  Autodesk has a global presence, for example in:1. United Kingdom (U.K.)2. Baltics3. Nordics4. Benelux5. Ireland6. Belgium7.  Denmark8. Sweeden9. Europe10.  Africa11.  Middle EastThey are helping architects and engineers build the future.  We have helped many clients who receive emails demanding a "contractual audit" (based on the EULA), and also official demand letters from their California based law firm "Donahue Fitzgerald" (a company we have dealt with hundreds of times) in various types of software audits, and piracy litigation in the United States.If you received a demand letter (and you are "Outside the U.S.") it is important to understand the Byrne Convention and your legal liability in the United States where even "officers and directors" of the company may be held "personally liable" for software infringement in their company, especially if:1. They had a financial interest in software piracy (not paying for licensed software)and2.  Had the "right and ability to supervise"For more information or to view our software audit resource center call us at (877) 276-5084.  We offer FREE initial consultations to companies that have received an audit email or legal demand letter, or worse, a summons and complaint.   

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2019 Real Estate Broker - Copyright Liability Risk AreasIn this exciting episode of "Vondran Legal Hour," Attorney Steve® California copyright lawyer and former real estate broker discusses his Top 10 legal risk areas that brokers and agents need to be thinking about in order to avoid costly copyright infringement claims.  There are many tpes of digital content that real estate brokers and agents deal with everyday such as:1. Computer fonts2.  Aerial photos3.  Remodeling photos4.  MLS photos (previously existing)5.  Music and sound clips6.  Histroical video clips7.  Pictures and videos involving famous people and celebrities8.  Stock photos (which may require "editorial" uses)9.  Creative commons photos (often licensed for use with attribution)10.  Drone video clipsAnd others, but it is important to realize that your MUST MAKE SURE YOU DOCUMENT YOUR PURCHASES AND ENSURE YOU ARE USING CONTENT, INCLUDING SOFTWARE, WITHIN THE TERMS OF ANY LICENSE.   If you don't, your company can get a letter demanding settlement be paid for photo infringement or other type of infringment.    Listen in to learn some of the HOT SPOTS for litigation, including a preview on ADA website accessibility.  Things are heating up in copyright litigation.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.  We represent both Plaintiff and Defendant clients.  Here is our IP website. 

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2019 Real Estate Broker - Copyright Liability Risk AreasIn this exciting episode of "Vondran Legal Hour," Attorney Steve® California copyright lawyer and former real estate broker discusses his Top 10 legal risk areas that brokers and agents need to be thinking about in order to avoid costly copyright infringement claims.  There are many tpes of digital content that real estate brokers and agents deal with everyday such as:1. Computer fonts2.  Aerial photos3.  Remodeling photos4.  MLS photos (previously existing)5.  Music and sound clips6.  Histroical video clips7.  Pictures and videos involving famous people and celebrities8.  Stock photos (which may require "editorial" uses)9.  Creative commons photos (often licensed for use with attribution)10.  Drone video clipsAnd others, but it is important to realize that your MUST MAKE SURE YOU DOCUMENT YOUR PURCHASES AND ENSURE YOU ARE USING CONTENT, INCLUDING SOFTWARE, WITHIN THE TERMS OF ANY LICENSE.   If you don't, your company can get a letter demanding settlement be paid for photo infringement or other type of infringment.    Listen in to learn some of the HOT SPOTS for litigation, including a preview on ADA website accessibility.  Things are heating up in copyright litigation.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.  We represent both Plaintiff and Defendant clients.  Here is our IP website. 

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Attorney Steve 2019 Torrent Litigation Updates - Can Strike 3 overcome fully the effects of the Cobbler Nevada case?In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses Bittorrent lawsuits and a potentially new litigation strategy by one of the premier filer of Copyright Infringement lawsuits in the United States - Strike 3 Holdings.  Malibu Media, LLC has a similar litigation model that seeks to enforce their clients adult ographic movies (ex. X-Art, Tushy, Vixen, or Blacked) and to seek what many refer to as "shame settlements" often having to pay over $10,000 dollars or more to settle a case of alleged online copyright infringement.  Lately, we have seen what appears to be a new strategy by Strike 3 to (what in my opinion is an attempt to deal with the rough holding of the Cobbler Nevada case) and they are searching an alleged defendants social media profiles to see what they claim publicly to be interested in.  One I saw was Jimmy Kimmel show, meaning, the argument seems to be (made to the court) is that because someone watches a handful of movies or shows (they are interested in - a big list of shows was provided in one complaint I reviewed), this can predict or somehow indicate that the person is more likely to be an infringer or their products.  This does not sound like an argument based on facts, but more on pure speculation.  We will see how the Court views these arguments.  Is it the "something more" Plaintiffs need to allege to avoid a Rule 12(b) motion to dismiss?TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT THIS - THE DEMANDS ARE HIGH AND PRETTY RUTHLESS.   If your are being pursued by BANDLOW LAW FIRM or other law firm, contact us to discuss your legal rights.  These firms do not care so much about your sad story or your personal situation.  They treat you as if you were a shoplifter and seek to get a lot of money out of you. 

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Attorney Steve 2019 Torrent Litigation Updates - Can Strike 3 overcome fully the effects of the Cobbler Nevada case?In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses Bittorrent lawsuits and a potentially new litigation strategy by one of the premier filer of Copyright Infringement lawsuits in the United States - Strike 3 Holdings.  Malibu Media, LLC has a similar litigation model that seeks to enforce their clients adult ographic movies (ex. X-Art, Tushy, Vixen, or Blacked) and to seek what many refer to as "shame settlements" often having to pay over $10,000 dollars or more to settle a case of alleged online copyright infringement.  Lately, we have seen what appears to be a new strategy by Strike 3 to (what in my opinion is an attempt to deal with the rough holding of the Cobbler Nevada case) and they are searching an alleged defendants social media profiles to see what they claim publicly to be interested in.  One I saw was Jimmy Kimmel show, meaning, the argument seems to be (made to the court) is that because someone watches a handful of movies or shows (they are interested in - a big list of shows was provided in one complaint I reviewed), this can predict or somehow indicate that the person is more likely to be an infringer or their products.  This does not sound like an argument based on facts, but more on pure speculation.  We will see how the Court views these arguments.  Is it the "something more" Plaintiffs need to allege to avoid a Rule 12(b) motion to dismiss?TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT THIS - THE DEMANDS ARE HIGH AND PRETTY RUTHLESS.   If your are being pursued by BANDLOW LAW FIRM or other law firm, contact us to discuss your legal rights.  These firms do not care so much about your sad story or your personal situation.  They treat you as if you were a shoplifter and seek to get a lot of money out of you. 

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Getting attorney fees and statutory damages by registering your copyright AFTER you notice infringement.  17 U.S.C. 412 has been used by "copyright trolls" to justify seeking high monetary demands out of court (ex. photography tolls) even though their photos are not registered with the United States Copyright Office.  But, is this the law?  Attorney Steve provides a general legal overview of this code section.  In short, this section is for "pre-registered" content under section 408(f) of the copyright law.  Don't be fooled otherwise.17 U.S.C. 412 - Registration as prerequisite to certain remedies for infringement"In any action under this title, other than an action brought for a violation of the rights of the author under section 106A(a), an action for infringement of the copyright of a work that has been preregistered under section 408(f) before the commencement of the infringement and that has an effective date of registration not later than the earlier of 3 months after the first publication of the work or 1 month after the copyright owner has learned of the infringement, or an action instituted under section 411(c), no award of statutory damages or of attorney’s fees, as provided by sections 504 and 505, shall be made for—(1) any infringement of copyright in an unpublished work commenced before the effective date of its registration; or(2) any infringement of copyright commenced after 1st publication of the work and before the effective date of its registration, unless such registration is made within three months after the first publication of the work.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - Getting attorney fees and statutory damages by registering your copyright AFTER you notice infringement.  17 U.S.C. 412 has been used by "copyright trolls" to justify seeking high monetary demands out of court (ex. photography tolls) even though their photos are not registered with the United States Copyright Office.  But, is this the law?  Attorney Steve provides a general legal overview of this code section.  In short, this section is for "pre-registered" content under section 408(f) of the copyright law.  Don't be fooled otherwise.17 U.S.C. 412 - Registration as prerequisite to certain remedies for infringement"In any action under this title, other than an action brought for a violation of the rights of the author under section 106A(a), an action for infringement of the copyright of a work that has been preregistered under section 408(f) before the commencement of the infringement and that has an effective date of registration not later than the earlier of 3 months after the first publication of the work or 1 month after the copyright owner has learned of the infringement, or an action instituted under section 411(c), no award of statutory damages or of attorney’s fees, as provided by sections 504 and 505, shall be made for—(1) any infringement of copyright in an unpublished work commenced before the effective date of its registration; or(2) any infringement of copyright commenced after 1st publication of the work and before the effective date of its registration, unless such registration is made within three months after the first publication of the work.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/08/03/17-usc-412-explained-copyright-infringement-one-month-rule Sat, 03 Aug 2019 13:00:00 -0700 562 17 USC 412,photo infringement,copyright damages,attorney fees,pre-registered 1 1 false Sharing software on mutiple computers can lead to HUGE infringement liability Sharing software on mutiple computers can lead to HUGE infringement liability Send us Fan Mail

Software Audit Essentials - Sharing Software on multiple computers, laptops, and servers (in violation of the EULA).In today's modern tech world many software publishers are embedding "phone home" beacons in their software (which is usually set forth in their EULA to avoid invasion of privacy claims).  But these beacons can track usage within your company and if you are "over-installing" or sharing software to be used on multiple laptops, PC's, MACs, servers, etc. in violation of the EULA, you can be accused of software piracy (i.e. copyright infringement), and face getting a legal demand letter from an IP copyright law firm seeking thousands of dollars in damages.  This can be very stressful, and lead to a public federal court case.In this episode of "Vondran Legal Hour" Attorney Steve® discusses this issue that all companies both large and small need to take into consideration as part of their SAM practices.If you received a letter from any of the below companies (whether an audit or investigation letter) contact us to discuss your case.  We are a leader in the field of software audits in the United States having handled hundreds of cases.  In this area of law, there is no substitute for experience and having working relationships in place:Business Software Alliance ("BSA")SIIAVeroCNCSiemensAutodeskMicrosoftAdobeAltiumSymantecSoftware Compliance GroupOthersWe can be reached at (877) 276-5084 or on the web at Software Audit Lawyer. 

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Software Audit Essentials - Sharing Software on multiple computers, laptops, and servers (in violation of the EULA).In today's modern tech world many software publishers are embedding "phone home" beacons in their software (which is usually set forth in their EULA to avoid invasion of privacy claims).  But these beacons can track usage within your company and if you are "over-installing" or sharing software to be used on multiple laptops, PC's, MACs, servers, etc. in violation of the EULA, you can be accused of software piracy (i.e. copyright infringement), and face getting a legal demand letter from an IP copyright law firm seeking thousands of dollars in damages.  This can be very stressful, and lead to a public federal court case.In this episode of "Vondran Legal Hour" Attorney Steve® discusses this issue that all companies both large and small need to take into consideration as part of their SAM practices.If you received a letter from any of the below companies (whether an audit or investigation letter) contact us to discuss your case.  We are a leader in the field of software audits in the United States having handled hundreds of cases.  In this area of law, there is no substitute for experience and having working relationships in place:Business Software Alliance ("BSA")SIIAVeroCNCSiemensAutodeskMicrosoftAdobeAltiumSymantecSoftware Compliance GroupOthersWe can be reached at (877) 276-5084 or on the web at Software Audit Lawyer. 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/07/28/sharing-software-on-mutiple-computers-can-lead-to-huge-infringement-liability Sun, 28 Jul 2019 12:00:00 -0700 298 software,compliance,SAM,licensing,audit false NagraStar letter nagging you over satellite piracy? NagraStar letter nagging you over satellite piracy? Send us Fan Mail

Overview of Nagrastar satellite piracy letter by Attorney Steve®In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss satellite piracy and using pirate television websites and forums to purchase Dish Network proprietary codes that unlock subscription television programming.  If you received a letter from Nagrastar, Dish Network, LLC, Echostar or other entity (such as an anti-piracy law firm), contact us for a free initial consultation.  We offer flat rate legal fees that make it easy for you to hire counsel to defend yourself and handle the settlement issues.For more information go to AttorneySteve.com

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Overview of Nagrastar satellite piracy letter by Attorney Steve®In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss satellite piracy and using pirate television websites and forums to purchase Dish Network proprietary codes that unlock subscription television programming.  If you received a letter from Nagrastar, Dish Network, LLC, Echostar or other entity (such as an anti-piracy law firm), contact us for a free initial consultation.  We offer flat rate legal fees that make it easy for you to hire counsel to defend yourself and handle the settlement issues.For more information go to AttorneySteve.com

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/05/03/nagrastar-letter-nagging-you-over-satellite-piracy Fri, 03 May 2019 15:00:00 -0700 475 Nagrastar,satellite,piracy,IKS keycodes,unscramble false Erickson Productions vs. Kast defines willful infringement under copyright law Erickson Productions vs. Kast defines willful infringement under copyright law Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® - Copyright Infringement Essentials - Willful infringement explained!In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss a recent case filed in the Central District of California, but transferred to the Northern District which involved claims of photo infringement.  In this case, a defendant hired a web development company to build out their website, and the website ultimately ended up using 3 photos (that were never properly licensed) which belonged to the Plaintiff Erickson Products).The jury was instructed that "willful" infringement could be establised if the Defendant "should have known" about the infringement.  The Court disagreed and reversed and remanded to the district court to provide the proper instructions on willfullness, which as the court put it:"Negligence is a less culpable mental state than actual knowledge, willful blindness, or recklessness, the three mental states that properly support a finding of willfulness. See Global-Tech Appliances, 563 U.S. at 770; Unicolors, 853 F.3d at 992. “[A] willfully blind defendant is one who takes deliberate actions to avoid confirming a high probability of wrongdoing and who can almost be said to have actually known the critical facts. By contrast, a reckless defendant is one who merely knows of a substantial and unjustified risk of such wrongdoing, and a negligent defendant is one who should have known of a similar risk but, in fact, did not.” Global-Tech Appliances, 563 U.S. at 769–70 (citations omitted). Thus, Kast is correct that the judge permitted the jury to find willfulness on the basis of a lesser mental state than our cases demand" 

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Attorney Steve® - Copyright Infringement Essentials - Willful infringement explained!In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss a recent case filed in the Central District of California, but transferred to the Northern District which involved claims of photo infringement.  In this case, a defendant hired a web development company to build out their website, and the website ultimately ended up using 3 photos (that were never properly licensed) which belonged to the Plaintiff Erickson Products).The jury was instructed that "willful" infringement could be establised if the Defendant "should have known" about the infringement.  The Court disagreed and reversed and remanded to the district court to provide the proper instructions on willfullness, which as the court put it:"Negligence is a less culpable mental state than actual knowledge, willful blindness, or recklessness, the three mental states that properly support a finding of willfulness. See Global-Tech Appliances, 563 U.S. at 770; Unicolors, 853 F.3d at 992. “[A] willfully blind defendant is one who takes deliberate actions to avoid confirming a high probability of wrongdoing and who can almost be said to have actually known the critical facts. By contrast, a reckless defendant is one who merely knows of a substantial and unjustified risk of such wrongdoing, and a negligent defendant is one who should have known of a similar risk but, in fact, did not.” Global-Tech Appliances, 563 U.S. at 769–70 (citations omitted). Thus, Kast is correct that the judge permitted the jury to find willfulness on the basis of a lesser mental state than our cases demand" 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/04/25/erickson-productions-vs-kast-defines-willful-infringement-under-copyright-law Thu, 25 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0700 573 photo,infringement,willful,150k,actual knowledge false How to respond to a YouTube Content ID claim How to respond to a YouTube Content ID claim Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® the YouTube Dispute Attorney - What you need to know when dealing with a Content ID dispute.Building your YouTube channel is never an easy thing to do. Many times, YouTube channel creators use a variety of source material (including video, images, and news articles).  However, the rightsholders who created this source material may be a YouTube partner, and part of the Content ID database, meaning if you upload a video that contains their copyrighted footage that you could get a "play match" and be subject to a "ContentID" dispute.  This podcast from the Vondran Legal Hour collection discusses how to respond when you are dealing with a dispute alert in your Creator studio.The rightsholder may have several options available to them when a content ID match is found:1. Monetize your video (typically up to 4 weeks)2.  Track stats3.  Block the video from being shown in certain countries4.  Issue a formal DMCA takedown notice5.  File a federal court lawsuit for copyright infringement (no prior notice is required)If you need help with a dispute involving your videos call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit us on the web at AttorneySteve.com.

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Attorney Steve® the YouTube Dispute Attorney - What you need to know when dealing with a Content ID dispute.Building your YouTube channel is never an easy thing to do. Many times, YouTube channel creators use a variety of source material (including video, images, and news articles).  However, the rightsholders who created this source material may be a YouTube partner, and part of the Content ID database, meaning if you upload a video that contains their copyrighted footage that you could get a "play match" and be subject to a "ContentID" dispute.  This podcast from the Vondran Legal Hour collection discusses how to respond when you are dealing with a dispute alert in your Creator studio.The rightsholder may have several options available to them when a content ID match is found:1. Monetize your video (typically up to 4 weeks)2.  Track stats3.  Block the video from being shown in certain countries4.  Issue a formal DMCA takedown notice5.  File a federal court lawsuit for copyright infringement (no prior notice is required)If you need help with a dispute involving your videos call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit us on the web at AttorneySteve.com.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Essentials - Pre-requisite to filing federal court lawsuitsIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss the new case from the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington D.C. which talks about whether a Plaintiff need only have filed for copyright protection, or whether the United States Copyright Office actually has to grant a registration certificate before a federal court lawsuit can be filed (ex. in the 9th Circuit Courts).  The "Court of Last Resort" ordered that a Plaintiff must have the certificate of registration issued by the Registrar of copyrights, and thus, agreed with the 11th circuit court of appeals, while disagreeing with the 5th and 9th circuit Courts.Attorney Steve® also discusses $800 expedited filings and $140 "pre-registration" possibilities for producers of commercial works that are likely to be infringed.  This registration also allows a ticket to file a federal copyright infringement lawsuit and seek an injunction to prevent further infringement.If you need help with a copyright infringement, DMCA, software, photo, or internet file sharing issue contact as at (877) 276-5084.SV 

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Essentials - Pre-requisite to filing federal court lawsuitsIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss the new case from the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington D.C. which talks about whether a Plaintiff need only have filed for copyright protection, or whether the United States Copyright Office actually has to grant a registration certificate before a federal court lawsuit can be filed (ex. in the 9th Circuit Courts).  The "Court of Last Resort" ordered that a Plaintiff must have the certificate of registration issued by the Registrar of copyrights, and thus, agreed with the 11th circuit court of appeals, while disagreeing with the 5th and 9th circuit Courts.Attorney Steve® also discusses $800 expedited filings and $140 "pre-registration" possibilities for producers of commercial works that are likely to be infringed.  This registration also allows a ticket to file a federal copyright infringement lawsuit and seek an injunction to prevent further infringement.If you need help with a copyright infringement, DMCA, software, photo, or internet file sharing issue contact as at (877) 276-5084.SV 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/03/11/do-you-have-to-have-a-federal-copyright-registration-before-filing-infringement Mon, 11 Mar 2019 14:00:00 -0700 477 copyright,registration,united states copyright office,federal court lawsuits,copyright essentials false Autodesk "Internal" License Review Audits on the Rise? Autodesk "Internal" License Review Audits on the Rise? Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - The Autodesk Internal AuditIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses the ins and outs of the Autodesk internal audit which raises many questions:1. Is this a scam?2.  Is this voluntary?3.  Is this a contractual audit?4.  How did Autodesk find out?5.  Will I lose my perpetual licenses?6.  Will this be an ON-SITE audit?7.  Does our company have to pay for the audit?8.  Can we still be held liable for willful copyright infringement penalties AFTER the audit?9.  Should we install their script on our computer networks if we are not indemnified for any potential damage10.  Should we hire a software audit defense lawyer to assist us?This podcast is general legal information only and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice,  For more information go to our Software Audit Resource Center or call us at (877) 276-5084.        

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Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - The Autodesk Internal AuditIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses the ins and outs of the Autodesk internal audit which raises many questions:1. Is this a scam?2.  Is this voluntary?3.  Is this a contractual audit?4.  How did Autodesk find out?5.  Will I lose my perpetual licenses?6.  Will this be an ON-SITE audit?7.  Does our company have to pay for the audit?8.  Can we still be held liable for willful copyright infringement penalties AFTER the audit?9.  Should we install their script on our computer networks if we are not indemnified for any potential damage10.  Should we hire a software audit defense lawyer to assist us?This podcast is general legal information only and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice,  For more information go to our Software Audit Resource Center or call us at (877) 276-5084.        

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/02/21/autodesk-internal-license-review-audits-on-the-rise Thu, 21 Feb 2019 13:00:00 -0800 613 autodesk,audit,autodesk audit,autodesk audit defense,autodesk software audit false Tips to win a DMCA 512(f) "Bad Faith Takedown" case by Attorney Steve® Tips to win a DMCA 512(f) "Bad Faith Takedown" case by Attorney Steve® Send us Fan Mail

YouTube 'Bad Faith' Takedown Notifications and Counter-Notifications - Subjective Bad Faith in 9th CircuitIf someone is taking down your YouTube videos and trying to monetize it (causing you monetary losses), or filing bad faith counternotifications the United States Copyright laws may come into play. Under the DMCA section 512(f) anyone who knowingly materially misrepresents a filing with regard to copyright (takedown notice or counter-notice) can be held liable for bad faith, if they subjectively had a bad faith intent or motive, meaning their bad faith can be shown or proven with some type of evidence that indicates their subjectively held belief is objectively unreasonable (i.e. no reasonable person would have entertained or believed they had a valid position).  This is my opinion only and is not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.We can help with DMCA takedown notices, registered statutory agent, cease and desist letters, bad faith YouTube monetization, and general copyright infringement arbitration, mediation, and litigation.For more information visit our website at AttoreySteve.comOrFollow our popular video channel (SUBSCRIBE) at AttorneySteveVideos.com 

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YouTube 'Bad Faith' Takedown Notifications and Counter-Notifications - Subjective Bad Faith in 9th CircuitIf someone is taking down your YouTube videos and trying to monetize it (causing you monetary losses), or filing bad faith counternotifications the United States Copyright laws may come into play. Under the DMCA section 512(f) anyone who knowingly materially misrepresents a filing with regard to copyright (takedown notice or counter-notice) can be held liable for bad faith, if they subjectively had a bad faith intent or motive, meaning their bad faith can be shown or proven with some type of evidence that indicates their subjectively held belief is objectively unreasonable (i.e. no reasonable person would have entertained or believed they had a valid position).  This is my opinion only and is not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.We can help with DMCA takedown notices, registered statutory agent, cease and desist letters, bad faith YouTube monetization, and general copyright infringement arbitration, mediation, and litigation.For more information visit our website at AttoreySteve.comOrFollow our popular video channel (SUBSCRIBE) at AttorneySteveVideos.com 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/01/30/tips-to-win-a-dmca-512f-bad-faith-takedown-case-by-attorney-steve Wed, 30 Jan 2019 12:00:00 -0800 361 youtube,takedown,youtube takedown 2019,youtube take down,youtube crackdown false Autodesk Internal Audits - SCAM or SAM? Autodesk Internal Audits - SCAM or SAM? Send us Fan Mail

Autodesk Lawyer Gives Tips for Internal Audit Emails - Are you Compliant on CAD, Revit, Maya, Inventor?In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal, Attorney Steve® the Copyright Attorney, discusses software license compliance issues with Autodesk.  Basically, in some cases Autodesk will want your company to engage in an "internal" audit of your computers, laptops and servers.  They may claim this is "required."  They may also want you to install or run script on your IT network to scan for installations of their software.  Should you do this?  Is this a SCAM?  Is it SAM?  Should you hire an attorney to help?  This podcast will help hopefully answer some of those questions for you.For more information, go to AttorneySteve.com or call us at (877) 276-5084.  We offer low, predictable, FLAT RATE LEGAL FEES for (non-litigation) software audits and licensing verification reviews.

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Autodesk Lawyer Gives Tips for Internal Audit Emails - Are you Compliant on CAD, Revit, Maya, Inventor?In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal, Attorney Steve® the Copyright Attorney, discusses software license compliance issues with Autodesk.  Basically, in some cases Autodesk will want your company to engage in an "internal" audit of your computers, laptops and servers.  They may claim this is "required."  They may also want you to install or run script on your IT network to scan for installations of their software.  Should you do this?  Is this a SCAM?  Is it SAM?  Should you hire an attorney to help?  This podcast will help hopefully answer some of those questions for you.For more information, go to AttorneySteve.com or call us at (877) 276-5084.  We offer low, predictable, FLAT RATE LEGAL FEES for (non-litigation) software audits and licensing verification reviews.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2019/01/29/autodesk-internal-audits--scam-or-sam Tue, 29 Jan 2019 11:00:00 -0800 474 autocad,autocad tutorial,autocad (software),autocad training,how to use autocad false Dealing with Vero Software Demand Letters for Alphacam and Surfcam Dealing with Vero Software Demand Letters for Alphacam and Surfcam Send us Fan Mail

Software Audit Essentials - Handling Vero Software Legal Demand Letters In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses our experience handling cases with this firm.  It has not always been easy. We seek to negotiate these cases in good faith, but it is not always easy" says software piracy defense attorney Steve Vondran.  We have seen their demands range from offers in the low thousands of dollars on up to hundreds of thousands of dollars.  Many people are shocked and amazed when the receive the letter, or the phone call, from Vero (a Hexagon company) alleging willful copyright infringement .  Many do not use all the products they are being charged with.  Many have no idea someone inside their shop installed and/or used the software depsite anti-piracy policies and procedures that are in place to try to deter improper unliensed use of software programs.At any rate, if you receive a letter from this company, as of the date of this intellectual property podcast, this is our general experience dealing with them, and their inside counsel who was not overly motivated to get anything done.  This podcast represents our opinions only.For more information about our software audit, compliance, and dispute legal services go here.Attorney Steve® 

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Software Audit Essentials - Handling Vero Software Legal Demand Letters In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses our experience handling cases with this firm.  It has not always been easy. We seek to negotiate these cases in good faith, but it is not always easy" says software piracy defense attorney Steve Vondran.  We have seen their demands range from offers in the low thousands of dollars on up to hundreds of thousands of dollars.  Many people are shocked and amazed when the receive the letter, or the phone call, from Vero (a Hexagon company) alleging willful copyright infringement .  Many do not use all the products they are being charged with.  Many have no idea someone inside their shop installed and/or used the software depsite anti-piracy policies and procedures that are in place to try to deter improper unliensed use of software programs.At any rate, if you receive a letter from this company, as of the date of this intellectual property podcast, this is our general experience dealing with them, and their inside counsel who was not overly motivated to get anything done.  This podcast represents our opinions only.For more information about our software audit, compliance, and dispute legal services go here.Attorney Steve® 

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DMCA Takedown Notice Law Firm - What happens when a seller infrines your copyrioghts or trademarks on Etsy?Attorney Steve®, the Copyright Infringement Lawyer discusses the ETSY DMCA notice and counter notice process when a company feels another person is selling infringing, counterfeit or "copycat" items on Etsy.  Basically, a person alleging infringement or jewelry, books, shoes, music, calendars, posters, wedding items or creative items (subject to copyright law) sends Etsy a DMCA infringement notice.  The seller gets a copy of the notice and can takedown the infringing product on its own, or can challenge the claim and file a "counter-notice" or "counter-notification."  These documents must be filed in GOOD FAITH or risk facing a 512(f) "bad faith dmca" claim. If a counternotification is filed, the original complaining party has 10 days to file a lawsuit seeking an injunction (more info below) and notifying Etsy of same.  Our law firm can help with the filing of infringement notices, responses, suboena response and unmasking, filing for federal court injunctions and 512(f) DMCA bad faith claims.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit AttorneySteve.com.VIDEOS / BLOGS1.  What is an Injunction?2.  Etsy takedown process3.  Copyright Infringement penalties4.  DMCA 512(f) bad faith takedown claims 

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DMCA Takedown Notice Law Firm - What happens when a seller infrines your copyrioghts or trademarks on Etsy?Attorney Steve®, the Copyright Infringement Lawyer discusses the ETSY DMCA notice and counter notice process when a company feels another person is selling infringing, counterfeit or "copycat" items on Etsy.  Basically, a person alleging infringement or jewelry, books, shoes, music, calendars, posters, wedding items or creative items (subject to copyright law) sends Etsy a DMCA infringement notice.  The seller gets a copy of the notice and can takedown the infringing product on its own, or can challenge the claim and file a "counter-notice" or "counter-notification."  These documents must be filed in GOOD FAITH or risk facing a 512(f) "bad faith dmca" claim. If a counternotification is filed, the original complaining party has 10 days to file a lawsuit seeking an injunction (more info below) and notifying Etsy of same.  Our law firm can help with the filing of infringement notices, responses, suboena response and unmasking, filing for federal court injunctions and 512(f) DMCA bad faith claims.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit AttorneySteve.com.VIDEOS / BLOGS1.  What is an Injunction?2.  Etsy takedown process3.  Copyright Infringement penalties4.  DMCA 512(f) bad faith takedown claims 

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Attorney Steve® Copyright DMCA Essentials - Building your Youtube Channel Legally!In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® explains how to use DMCA law to fight back against persons or businesses wrongfully accusing you of copyright infringement, perpahs because they did not consider fair use, parody, transformative uses and/or they are not the real copyright owner or their agent.For more information follow us on our popular Legal Channel - AttorneySteveVideos.com - make sure to SUBSCRIBE for best results!! : )#DMCA#CopyrightInfringement#BadFaith#InternetAttorney

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Attorney Steve® Copyright DMCA Essentials - Building your Youtube Channel Legally!In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® explains how to use DMCA law to fight back against persons or businesses wrongfully accusing you of copyright infringement, perpahs because they did not consider fair use, parody, transformative uses and/or they are not the real copyright owner or their agent.For more information follow us on our popular Legal Channel - AttorneySteveVideos.com - make sure to SUBSCRIBE for best results!! : )#DMCA#CopyrightInfringement#BadFaith#InternetAttorney

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Vondran Legal Hour - 2019 Legal Updates - ADA Website Accessibility CasesOnline business owners have been wonbdering for the past few years if their websites have to comply with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).  In Martinez v. San Diego Credit Union, the 9th Circuit Court said NO, and granted a nonsuit to the Defendant stating that there was no ADA violation where there was no place of public accomodation (a phyiscal location) at issue.To stay on top of these legal issues, make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our VIdeo Channel at AttorneySteveVideos.com#TechnologyLawyer#InternetLawyer#AttorneySteve

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Vondran Legal Hour - 2019 Legal Updates - ADA Website Accessibility CasesOnline business owners have been wonbdering for the past few years if their websites have to comply with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).  In Martinez v. San Diego Credit Union, the 9th Circuit Court said NO, and granted a nonsuit to the Defendant stating that there was no ADA violation where there was no place of public accomodation (a phyiscal location) at issue.To stay on top of these legal issues, make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our VIdeo Channel at AttorneySteveVideos.com#TechnologyLawyer#InternetLawyer#AttorneySteve

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Software Audit Defense - Siemens cases in TexasIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses the Siemens PLM lawsuits featuring "John Does" accused of infringing Siemens sotware.  If you are a company or individual being sued in Houston, Texas by Reed Smith law firm, we can help.  We are probably the leading law firm in this area of torrent software defense.For more information visit us at AttorneySteve.com

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Software Audit Defense - Siemens cases in TexasIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses the Siemens PLM lawsuits featuring "John Does" accused of infringing Siemens sotware.  If you are a company or individual being sued in Houston, Texas by Reed Smith law firm, we can help.  We are probably the leading law firm in this area of torrent software defense.For more information visit us at AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® photo infringement essentials - top 5 myths to knowIn this exicting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses the top 5 myths when responding to photo infringement letters.  For example, are all pictures found on the internet in the public domain?  Will I be sued if I only used one photo?  Do I have a "fair use" defense if the use was not for commercial profit.  These and other important topics are covered.  If you received a legal demand letter from companies like Santa Ana based Higbee & Associates, this podcast should be listed to.For more information visit us at http://www.AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® photo infringement essentials - top 5 myths to knowIn this exicting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses the top 5 myths when responding to photo infringement letters.  For example, are all pictures found on the internet in the public domain?  Will I be sued if I only used one photo?  Do I have a "fair use" defense if the use was not for commercial profit.  These and other important topics are covered.  If you received a legal demand letter from companies like Santa Ana based Higbee & Associates, this podcast should be listed to.For more information visit us at http://www.AttorneySteve.com

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Attorney Steve® Discusses New Siemens Lawsuit filed in Southern District of TexasIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss case# 4:18-cv-02344 ffiled in the federal court in Texas.  The lawsuit alleges willful and intentional copyright infringement of Siermens Product Lifecycle Management ("PLM") software including NX9, NX10, NX11, Solide Edge, Femap, and NX Nastran.  Their prodcucts cover the field of The lawsuit was filed by the law firm of Reed Smith and was filed on July 9, 2018.  The lawsuit names Does 1-107.  That means over 100 people were sued.VIDEO RESOURCES1. What is a "DOE" defendant?2.  Information about Torrent downloads3. Copyright infringement penalties4.  Common defenses in software infringement cases5.  What is a motion to quash subpoena?Call us for a free intial consultation if you received a letter from your ISP such as Comcast or Charter Communications.  Call us at (877) 276-5084. 

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Attorney Steve® Discusses New Siemens Lawsuit filed in Southern District of TexasIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss case# 4:18-cv-02344 ffiled in the federal court in Texas.  The lawsuit alleges willful and intentional copyright infringement of Siermens Product Lifecycle Management ("PLM") software including NX9, NX10, NX11, Solide Edge, Femap, and NX Nastran.  Their prodcucts cover the field of The lawsuit was filed by the law firm of Reed Smith and was filed on July 9, 2018.  The lawsuit names Does 1-107.  That means over 100 people were sued.VIDEO RESOURCES1. What is a "DOE" defendant?2.  Information about Torrent downloads3. Copyright infringement penalties4.  Common defenses in software infringement cases5.  What is a motion to quash subpoena?Call us for a free intial consultation if you received a letter from your ISP such as Comcast or Charter Communications.  Call us at (877) 276-5084. 

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Infringement Essentials - posting copyrighted movies on social mediaIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss a California federal case from the Central District dealing with a man who posted the Deadpool video (without permission or authorization) on facebook and despite being warned by other users, ended up being investigated by the FBI and indicted by the DOJ.  He ultimately pled guilty to a misdemeanor.This is a callout to all parents and teachers to start having these conversations with your kids and students.  Most people do not fully understand copyright law in the United States and may not realize that you can wind up in jail for posting a video.  The video received over 6 million views which is one of the main reasons why they want to send a message to internet users and try to deter future criminal conduct.For more information, visit our website at AttorneySteve.com.Our California based boutique IP law firm handles software audits, torrent defense (Strike Three Holdings and Malibu Media), internet infringement, satellite and cable TV pirtacy and general copyright infringement matters.

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Infringement Essentials - posting copyrighted movies on social mediaIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss a California federal case from the Central District dealing with a man who posted the Deadpool video (without permission or authorization) on facebook and despite being warned by other users, ended up being investigated by the FBI and indicted by the DOJ.  He ultimately pled guilty to a misdemeanor.This is a callout to all parents and teachers to start having these conversations with your kids and students.  Most people do not fully understand copyright law in the United States and may not realize that you can wind up in jail for posting a video.  The video received over 6 million views which is one of the main reasons why they want to send a message to internet users and try to deter future criminal conduct.For more information, visit our website at AttorneySteve.com.Our California based boutique IP law firm handles software audits, torrent defense (Strike Three Holdings and Malibu Media), internet infringement, satellite and cable TV pirtacy and general copyright infringement matters.

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The Photo Lawyer™ In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve® discusses photo infringement demand letters and the single most important question you can ask if you are being asked to pay hundreds, or even thousands of dollars for using a photo for commercial (or even non-commercial uses) without a photographers consent, permission or license.  One firm famous for these collection cases is Higbee & Associates out of Santa, Ana, California.  We offer $450 consultations to discuss settlement strategy in these cases.This podcast can help you save a ton of money if a law firm comes calling to enforce music rights, photo rights, software, movie or video rights.  Knowing about the status of the U.S. Copyright Office Certificate of Registration is SUPER IMPORTANT.If you have more questions, visit us at ThePhotoLawyer.com.  We are able to take many PLAINTIFF cases on a contingency fee basis.Our firm helps artists, photographers and others protect and enforce their copyrights and we defend clients in select cases.Thanks for listening!!SV  

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The Photo Lawyer™ In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve® discusses photo infringement demand letters and the single most important question you can ask if you are being asked to pay hundreds, or even thousands of dollars for using a photo for commercial (or even non-commercial uses) without a photographers consent, permission or license.  One firm famous for these collection cases is Higbee & Associates out of Santa, Ana, California.  We offer $450 consultations to discuss settlement strategy in these cases.This podcast can help you save a ton of money if a law firm comes calling to enforce music rights, photo rights, software, movie or video rights.  Knowing about the status of the U.S. Copyright Office Certificate of Registration is SUPER IMPORTANT.If you have more questions, visit us at ThePhotoLawyer.com.  We are able to take many PLAINTIFF cases on a contingency fee basis.Our firm helps artists, photographers and others protect and enforce their copyrights and we defend clients in select cases.Thanks for listening!!SV  

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http://www.ThePhotoAttorney.comAttorney Steve® dicsusses the difference between williful and innocent copyright infringement.  If you need a California lawyer to help you recover in a photo infringement case call us at (877) 276-5084.We can help recover, usually on a contingency fee basis, for wrongful theft of your illustrations, drawings, vectors, photgraphs, art, videos, music and other creative content.Steve Vondran, Esq.

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http://www.ThePhotoAttorney.comAttorney Steve® dicsusses the difference between williful and innocent copyright infringement.  If you need a California lawyer to help you recover in a photo infringement case call us at (877) 276-5084.We can help recover, usually on a contingency fee basis, for wrongful theft of your illustrations, drawings, vectors, photgraphs, art, videos, music and other creative content.Steve Vondran, Esq.

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Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - The #! Blunder you can make as an officer or director of a company responding to a BSA, SIIA or other software audit demand letterIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss the problem of DISLCOSING ALL YOUR SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS without being protected by legal counsel.  In the business of online software infringement, being honest will not likely take you anywehere other than facing a maximum settlement demand.Before you ever disclose a laundry list of software installations at your comnpany, make sure to consult with copyright legal counsel first to examine your case.  We can help you avoid unwanted legal liablity and "pierciing the corporate veil" which can lead to copyright infringement damages of 30-150k for willful copyright infringement.  This is personal liability that might be able to be avoided by making a call to our software lawyer at (877) 276-5084.Do NOT make the #1 Blunder, it can be very costly and in some cases can lead to bankruptcy of your business.  Trust me, these people are RUTHLESS, and you are RUNNING WITH THE SHARKS.For more infornation and resources vist: Software Audit Lawyer.  We have a TREMEDOUS AMOUNT of free information resources to help you if you are involved in a SIIA, BSA, Autodesk, Vero, Siemens, CNC, Microsoft, Adobe, or other legal audit.We offer a free intiail consulation and low flat rate fees for most NON-LITIGATION cases.  

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Attorney Steve® Software Audit Essentials - The #! Blunder you can make as an officer or director of a company responding to a BSA, SIIA or other software audit demand letterIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss the problem of DISLCOSING ALL YOUR SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS without being protected by legal counsel.  In the business of online software infringement, being honest will not likely take you anywehere other than facing a maximum settlement demand.Before you ever disclose a laundry list of software installations at your comnpany, make sure to consult with copyright legal counsel first to examine your case.  We can help you avoid unwanted legal liablity and "pierciing the corporate veil" which can lead to copyright infringement damages of 30-150k for willful copyright infringement.  This is personal liability that might be able to be avoided by making a call to our software lawyer at (877) 276-5084.Do NOT make the #1 Blunder, it can be very costly and in some cases can lead to bankruptcy of your business.  Trust me, these people are RUTHLESS, and you are RUNNING WITH THE SHARKS.For more infornation and resources vist: Software Audit Lawyer.  We have a TREMEDOUS AMOUNT of free information resources to help you if you are involved in a SIIA, BSA, Autodesk, Vero, Siemens, CNC, Microsoft, Adobe, or other legal audit.We offer a free intiail consulation and low flat rate fees for most NON-LITIGATION cases.  

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - The RIght of Fair Use!In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss the RIGHT of fair use of copyrighted content and Attorney Steve explains the "Four T's" which help you assert, exercise and protect your legal right and raise your defense if sued in a federal court, or facing a DMCA takedown action on video websites such as Youtube.For more information, you can watch this helpful video on Youtube Fair Use Tips. Find us on our corporate website at VondranLegal.com

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Attorney Steve® Copyright Law Essentials - The RIght of Fair Use!In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, we discuss the RIGHT of fair use of copyrighted content and Attorney Steve explains the "Four T's" which help you assert, exercise and protect your legal right and raise your defense if sued in a federal court, or facing a DMCA takedown action on video websites such as Youtube.For more information, you can watch this helpful video on Youtube Fair Use Tips. Find us on our corporate website at VondranLegal.com

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Attorney Steve Trademark College™ - How to prove consumer confusion for trademark infringement.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses what a Plaintiff needs to prove to show trademark infrinfgement (consumer confusion).For a free consultation if you are involved in a trademark or copyright infrinfgemen matter call us at (877) 276-5084.For more information go to Vondran Legal California trademark law

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Attorney Steve Trademark College™ - How to prove consumer confusion for trademark infringement.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve® discusses what a Plaintiff needs to prove to show trademark infrinfgement (consumer confusion).For a free consultation if you are involved in a trademark or copyright infrinfgemen matter call us at (877) 276-5084.For more information go to Vondran Legal California trademark law

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Strike 3 Holdings, LLC says it is not interested in making money in Torrent lawsuits being filed in masse across the United StatesIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve addresses extrajudical statements being made (while active lawsuits are pending across the U.S.) in major press such as the Miami Helard.  In this show, Attorney Steve seeks to give his opinion and his point of view regarding the settlement practices of Strike 3 (we have handled a bunch of these cases and have unique insight), which in our opinion do not seem to match the statements being made by the adult bography company to the press.  We have a right to rebut the statements being made in the event a potential juror would be reading these statements.  We have pressed opposing counsel for a fair retraction and it appears that will not be forthcoming.If you received a notice of subpoena from Strike 3, call us to discuss your legal options.Frontlinee Lisee joins us on this show!!- Attorney Steve -  

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Strike 3 Holdings, LLC says it is not interested in making money in Torrent lawsuits being filed in masse across the United StatesIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve addresses extrajudical statements being made (while active lawsuits are pending across the U.S.) in major press such as the Miami Helard.  In this show, Attorney Steve seeks to give his opinion and his point of view regarding the settlement practices of Strike 3 (we have handled a bunch of these cases and have unique insight), which in our opinion do not seem to match the statements being made by the adult bography company to the press.  We have a right to rebut the statements being made in the event a potential juror would be reading these statements.  We have pressed opposing counsel for a fair retraction and it appears that will not be forthcoming.If you received a notice of subpoena from Strike 3, call us to discuss your legal options.Frontlinee Lisee joins us on this show!!- Attorney Steve -  

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TrademarkCollege.com - The Business of Trademarks!Attorney Steve Vondran discusses penalties for sellling and distributing counterfeit goods in the United States under Federal trademark law.Penalites can include treble damages, pre-juudgment interest, and statutory damages from $1,000 to two-million dollars per counterfeitted mark.When someone is selling counterfeit goods, a Plaintiff has an election of choosing actual damages (plus attorney fees for "exceptional cases") or seeking statutory damages.  Listen in to get all the information!We hope you enjoy this episode of Vondran Legal Hour!- Attorney Steve -    

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TrademarkCollege.com - The Business of Trademarks!Attorney Steve Vondran discusses penalties for sellling and distributing counterfeit goods in the United States under Federal trademark law.Penalites can include treble damages, pre-juudgment interest, and statutory damages from $1,000 to two-million dollars per counterfeitted mark.When someone is selling counterfeit goods, a Plaintiff has an election of choosing actual damages (plus attorney fees for "exceptional cases") or seeking statutory damages.  Listen in to get all the information!We hope you enjoy this episode of Vondran Legal Hour!- Attorney Steve -    

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The Law School Decision Many people have watched my video "SHOULD I GO TO LAW SCHOOL."  I get a lot of questions from a lot of people on this topic.  Here is a podcast that I wanted to share about one of the first law cases I ever studied (R. v. Dudley and Stevens) and how this triggered my passion for learning, thinking and wanting to be a lawyer.It's a simple story, but it may provide some insight to whether or not graduate school to get your JD is going to be worth it, or even interesting to you.- Attorney Steve -   

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The Law School Decision Many people have watched my video "SHOULD I GO TO LAW SCHOOL."  I get a lot of questions from a lot of people on this topic.  Here is a podcast that I wanted to share about one of the first law cases I ever studied (R. v. Dudley and Stevens) and how this triggered my passion for learning, thinking and wanting to be a lawyer.It's a simple story, but it may provide some insight to whether or not graduate school to get your JD is going to be worth it, or even interesting to you.- Attorney Steve -   

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Billy Cosby Trial - Legal Coverage and Analysis by Attorney Steve civil litigation attorney.In this epsiode of Vondran Legal Hour we discuss blue pills, qualludes, and status updates in the Bill Cosby ("America's Dad") trial.To follow the comments on our Legal Youtube Channel go here: https://youtu.be/UhKom0cuZn0Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our popular channel which now has over 6,300 subscribers and approaching ONE MILLION VIDEO VIEWS!- Attorney Steve -  

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Billy Cosby Trial - Legal Coverage and Analysis by Attorney Steve civil litigation attorney.In this epsiode of Vondran Legal Hour we discuss blue pills, qualludes, and status updates in the Bill Cosby ("America's Dad") trial.To follow the comments on our Legal Youtube Channel go here: https://youtu.be/UhKom0cuZn0Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our popular channel which now has over 6,300 subscribers and approaching ONE MILLION VIDEO VIEWS!- Attorney Steve -  

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AttorneySteve.com - Vondran Legal Hour [April 2018 Law updates]Our firm is a leader in the area of copyright defense raised by illegal file sharing on the internet (peer to peer) and this podcast discusses an abuse of process counterclaim brought by one Defendant when he was personally named in the lawsuit and not the actual subscriber (a company).  Attorney Steve discusses the tort of abuse of process (which is a creature or state law).  Penalties for Abuse of Process torts can range from compensatory damages, to emotional pain and suffereing, and even punitive damages (California Civil Code section 3294).We can help with both Malibu Media, Flava Works, Strike Three Holdings and other download cases.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.Thanks for listening to our podcast and make sure to SUBSCRIBE!  Feel free to share on your social media networks.  All other rights reserved.    

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AttorneySteve.com - Vondran Legal Hour [April 2018 Law updates]Our firm is a leader in the area of copyright defense raised by illegal file sharing on the internet (peer to peer) and this podcast discusses an abuse of process counterclaim brought by one Defendant when he was personally named in the lawsuit and not the actual subscriber (a company).  Attorney Steve discusses the tort of abuse of process (which is a creature or state law).  Penalties for Abuse of Process torts can range from compensatory damages, to emotional pain and suffereing, and even punitive damages (California Civil Code section 3294).We can help with both Malibu Media, Flava Works, Strike Three Holdings and other download cases.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.Thanks for listening to our podcast and make sure to SUBSCRIBE!  Feel free to share on your social media networks.  All other rights reserved.    

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In this episode of Verdict Nation Attorney Steve discusses the following:1. Overview of the Bill Cosby Trial2.  New defense strageies3.  New defense lawyer4.  The impact of the #MeToo movement on the the case5.  Voir dire - impartiality of the jurors (racial make up of the jurors)6.  Criminal burden of proof - beyond a reasonable doubt7.  The federal civil deposition of Andra Constand8.  "America's Dad" - Actor and comendian from the Bill Cosby Show (Dr. Clifford Huxtable)9.  Consensual sex vs. use of qualudes 10.  Montogomery County Court House - Judge Stephen O'NeillMake sure to SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and MAKE COMMENTS ON OUR PAGE and SHARE THIS POSDCAST IF YOU LKE OUR LEGAL RADIO SHOW!Go to www.TheVerdictNation.com to catch all the action.   

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In this episode of Verdict Nation Attorney Steve discusses the following:1. Overview of the Bill Cosby Trial2.  New defense strageies3.  New defense lawyer4.  The impact of the #MeToo movement on the the case5.  Voir dire - impartiality of the jurors (racial make up of the jurors)6.  Criminal burden of proof - beyond a reasonable doubt7.  The federal civil deposition of Andra Constand8.  "America's Dad" - Actor and comendian from the Bill Cosby Show (Dr. Clifford Huxtable)9.  Consensual sex vs. use of qualudes 10.  Montogomery County Court House - Judge Stephen O'NeillMake sure to SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and MAKE COMMENTS ON OUR PAGE and SHARE THIS POSDCAST IF YOU LKE OUR LEGAL RADIO SHOW!Go to www.TheVerdictNation.com to catch all the action.   

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Copyright Theft of Idea CasesWelcome to another exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour!  This episode deals with theft of intellectual property, and more specifically, copyright infringement of a book idea, screenplay, or other creative work.Proving Copyright InfringementA Plaintiff in a copyright infringement action must allege and prove:1. Ownership of a copyrighted work (ex. music, film, lyrics, screenplay, reality show concept)2.  Defendant had "access" to the copyrighted work3.  Defendant "substantially copied" the copyrighted work (or made a derivative work, etc.)If a Plaintiff can show "striking similairites" this may help them overcome a lack of proof in the other areas.Contact a Theft of Idea IP law firmFor more information call us at (877) 276-5084 or find us at AttorneySteve.com

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Copyright Theft of Idea CasesWelcome to another exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour!  This episode deals with theft of intellectual property, and more specifically, copyright infringement of a book idea, screenplay, or other creative work.Proving Copyright InfringementA Plaintiff in a copyright infringement action must allege and prove:1. Ownership of a copyrighted work (ex. music, film, lyrics, screenplay, reality show concept)2.  Defendant had "access" to the copyrighted work3.  Defendant "substantially copied" the copyrighted work (or made a derivative work, etc.)If a Plaintiff can show "striking similairites" this may help them overcome a lack of proof in the other areas.Contact a Theft of Idea IP law firmFor more information call us at (877) 276-5084 or find us at AttorneySteve.com

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AttorneySteve.com - The First Name in Legal Services Welcome back - yes you can share our podcast on your social media networks.IntroductionIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses corporate monitoring and software audits, kiling in the courts, shocking a criminal, the loss of first amendment with an insult law and more.For more informationCall us at (877) 276-5084

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AttorneySteve.com - The First Name in Legal Services Welcome back - yes you can share our podcast on your social media networks.IntroductionIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses corporate monitoring and software audits, kiling in the courts, shocking a criminal, the loss of first amendment with an insult law and more.For more informationCall us at (877) 276-5084

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Business Software Alliance ("BSA") software compliance audits - should you use your corporate counsel? IntroductionIn this video, software infringement Attorney Steve Vondran discusses whether or not you should hire a boutique intellectual property law firm to handle your BSA software alliance audit, or go with your own in-house legal counsel.When your company faces huge liability (sometimes in the high hundreds of thousands of dollars - yes, that's right) you need experienced legal counsel on your team.  With due respect to inside corporate counsel, a software settlement with the BSA (a trade group for major software publishers like Microsoft, Adobe, Autodesk, CNC and others) is something that can financially drain a company, or even potentially put it out of business.  If your corporate counsel has never negotiated with the regional counsel for the Alliance, it might makes sense to hire an outside law firm focused in software piracy defense.  This podcast provides some general insight.  This is not legal advice and is general legal information only.Video Resources1.  What is the Software Alliance?2.  How to respond to a BSA audit letter3.  What are the penalties for copyright infringement piracy?4.  What is Microsoft unbundling? 

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Business Software Alliance ("BSA") software compliance audits - should you use your corporate counsel? IntroductionIn this video, software infringement Attorney Steve Vondran discusses whether or not you should hire a boutique intellectual property law firm to handle your BSA software alliance audit, or go with your own in-house legal counsel.When your company faces huge liability (sometimes in the high hundreds of thousands of dollars - yes, that's right) you need experienced legal counsel on your team.  With due respect to inside corporate counsel, a software settlement with the BSA (a trade group for major software publishers like Microsoft, Adobe, Autodesk, CNC and others) is something that can financially drain a company, or even potentially put it out of business.  If your corporate counsel has never negotiated with the regional counsel for the Alliance, it might makes sense to hire an outside law firm focused in software piracy defense.  This podcast provides some general insight.  This is not legal advice and is general legal information only.Video Resources1.  What is the Software Alliance?2.  How to respond to a BSA audit letter3.  What are the penalties for copyright infringement piracy?4.  What is Microsoft unbundling? 

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Copyright Registration - What can be copyrighted and what cannotintroductionIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve the Copyright Infringement Lawyer discusses what CAN be copyrighted by the U.S. Copyright Office, and what types of things are not likely to lead to a registrable trademark.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice.Resources1.  United States Copyright Office2.  Defenses to Coypright infringement3.  Copyright Infringement Damages

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Copyright Registration - What can be copyrighted and what cannotintroductionIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve the Copyright Infringement Lawyer discusses what CAN be copyrighted by the U.S. Copyright Office, and what types of things are not likely to lead to a registrable trademark.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice.Resources1.  United States Copyright Office2.  Defenses to Coypright infringement3.  Copyright Infringement Damages

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Software Audit Essentials - what if you cannot settle the audit case?If you cannot get your BSA, Autodesk, Vero, SIIA or Adobe audit case settled on fair and reasonable terms (we have seen demands in the mid to low six figures that many companies simply cannot afford) you may end up in a federal district court litigation. This can raise many questions for both small and large companies.Copyright 2017 - The Law Offices of Steven C. Vondran, P.C.IntroductionWhen you cannot get your sofware license compliance case settled, a question that often comes up from our clients is "how much does it cost to go to federal court."  They might also ask "do we still have a chance to settle the case if we are served a lawsuit."  This podcast episode of "Vondran Legal Hour" seeks to address these questions in general terms.For more information, click on this article about federal court software litigation.ResourcesAttorney Steve HomepageSoftware Audit Resource Center

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Software Audit Essentials - what if you cannot settle the audit case?If you cannot get your BSA, Autodesk, Vero, SIIA or Adobe audit case settled on fair and reasonable terms (we have seen demands in the mid to low six figures that many companies simply cannot afford) you may end up in a federal district court litigation. This can raise many questions for both small and large companies.Copyright 2017 - The Law Offices of Steven C. Vondran, P.C.IntroductionWhen you cannot get your sofware license compliance case settled, a question that often comes up from our clients is "how much does it cost to go to federal court."  They might also ask "do we still have a chance to settle the case if we are served a lawsuit."  This podcast episode of "Vondran Legal Hour" seeks to address these questions in general terms.For more information, click on this article about federal court software litigation.ResourcesAttorney Steve HomepageSoftware Audit Resource Center

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Civil Litigation 2017 Updates - Mandalay Bay and MGM (as well as others) sued in Las Vegas ComplaintIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses the lawsuit filed in October against the Estate of Stephen Paddock, and the manufacturer of the bump stock device that was allegedly involved in the shooting, along with negligence claims against MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay, where the shootings were alleged to have occurred on the 32nd Floor.Legal theories discussed include negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, battery, and strict products liability.    

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Civil Litigation 2017 Updates - Mandalay Bay and MGM (as well as others) sued in Las Vegas ComplaintIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses the lawsuit filed in October against the Estate of Stephen Paddock, and the manufacturer of the bump stock device that was allegedly involved in the shooting, along with negligence claims against MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay, where the shootings were alleged to have occurred on the 32nd Floor.Legal theories discussed include negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, battery, and strict products liability.    

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Photo Infringement Letters - how to deal with them effectivelyWhen you receive a copyright cease and desist notice, or legal demand letter from an intellectual property law firm for using a digital image, photo, illustration, or vector file on your website it can be very nerve wracking.  This podcast by Attorney Steve, the copyright lawyer, can help alleviate some of the stress and anxiety.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour I provide my top 10 (better make that top 11) tips to help settle your case for the least amount possible and even considers the "fair use" defense which may help you defeat the claim all together.So, if you find your business in this situation, you owe it to yourself to take a few minutes to listen to this general legal information podcast (this is not legal advice or a substitution for legal advice) and get the streatgy you need to get your company past this.If you need help with a copyight or software infringement issue, call us at (877) 276-5084.  You can find our corporate website at AttorneySteve.com.IF YOU LIKE THIS VIDEO, PLEASE SHARE IT ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE AS WE WAGE THE WAR ON COPYRIGHT BULLIES AND TROLLS!!  THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.Also, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our growing Youtube video law channel.  We are now up over 4,300 subscribers.  As we like to say "Be Smarter Than Your Friends."- Attorney Steve - 

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Photo Infringement Letters - how to deal with them effectivelyWhen you receive a copyright cease and desist notice, or legal demand letter from an intellectual property law firm for using a digital image, photo, illustration, or vector file on your website it can be very nerve wracking.  This podcast by Attorney Steve, the copyright lawyer, can help alleviate some of the stress and anxiety.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour I provide my top 10 (better make that top 11) tips to help settle your case for the least amount possible and even considers the "fair use" defense which may help you defeat the claim all together.So, if you find your business in this situation, you owe it to yourself to take a few minutes to listen to this general legal information podcast (this is not legal advice or a substitution for legal advice) and get the streatgy you need to get your company past this.If you need help with a copyight or software infringement issue, call us at (877) 276-5084.  You can find our corporate website at AttorneySteve.com.IF YOU LIKE THIS VIDEO, PLEASE SHARE IT ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE AS WE WAGE THE WAR ON COPYRIGHT BULLIES AND TROLLS!!  THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.Also, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our growing Youtube video law channel.  We are now up over 4,300 subscribers.  As we like to say "Be Smarter Than Your Friends."- Attorney Steve - 

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Bittorrent Lawsuits filed against internet subscribers in Utah and Illionois - ME2 Mechanic ResurrectionIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve, the copyright infringement lawyer discusses torrent lawsuits.  Our firm handles ME2 lawsuits, Malibu Media, London Has Fallen and other movies that are illgally downloaded and shared on the internet.Feel free to share this video on your social media websites such as Tumblr, Facebook, Twitter.ME2 [VIDEO] RESOURCES1. Overview of torrent lawsuits2.  ME2 law firm commercial3.  Possible penalties in copyright infirngement lawsuits 4.  Motion to quash subpoena5.  ME2 settlement attorneyCall us at (877) 276-5084 or visit TorrentDefenders.com 

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Bittorrent Lawsuits filed against internet subscribers in Utah and Illionois - ME2 Mechanic ResurrectionIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve, the copyright infringement lawyer discusses torrent lawsuits.  Our firm handles ME2 lawsuits, Malibu Media, London Has Fallen and other movies that are illgally downloaded and shared on the internet.Feel free to share this video on your social media websites such as Tumblr, Facebook, Twitter.ME2 [VIDEO] RESOURCES1. Overview of torrent lawsuits2.  ME2 law firm commercial3.  Possible penalties in copyright infirngement lawsuits 4.  Motion to quash subpoena5.  ME2 settlement attorneyCall us at (877) 276-5084 or visit TorrentDefenders.com 

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Trademark and first amendment at issue - Matal v. TamIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses the recent United States Supreme Court case which rules that the Lanham Act "disparagement clause" is unconstitional as to the First Amendment right of free speech in regard to an asian band called "the slants" who wanted to register the trademark and try to change views as to the negative sterotypes.The USPTO denied the registration of the mark and so did the TTAB.  The case then moved to the Federal Courts which found for the applicant finding the trademark to be registerable and the right of free speech to be the primary source (government has no right to engage in viewpoint censorship).  This same type of discretion goes on when driver's license plates are reviewed for content and sometimes denied on graounds that the speech is hateful, offensive, slanderous or dispaging to racial and ethnic moniorities.Wil this prompt a new slew of filings of what some may see as Offensive or Derogatory trademarks?  Time will tell.  Will this have any impact on the Washington Redskins trademark denial.Resources1. AttorneySteve.com (our corporate homepage)2. AttorneySteveVideos.com (our popular youtube channel nearing 4,000 subscribers)3.  Our Washington Redskins case analysis This is an advertisement and communication and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.  For help with trademark issues, responses to office action letters, TTAB appeal, mediation, arbitration or litigation call(877) 276-5084.    

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Trademark and first amendment at issue - Matal v. TamIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses the recent United States Supreme Court case which rules that the Lanham Act "disparagement clause" is unconstitional as to the First Amendment right of free speech in regard to an asian band called "the slants" who wanted to register the trademark and try to change views as to the negative sterotypes.The USPTO denied the registration of the mark and so did the TTAB.  The case then moved to the Federal Courts which found for the applicant finding the trademark to be registerable and the right of free speech to be the primary source (government has no right to engage in viewpoint censorship).  This same type of discretion goes on when driver's license plates are reviewed for content and sometimes denied on graounds that the speech is hateful, offensive, slanderous or dispaging to racial and ethnic moniorities.Wil this prompt a new slew of filings of what some may see as Offensive or Derogatory trademarks?  Time will tell.  Will this have any impact on the Washington Redskins trademark denial.Resources1. AttorneySteve.com (our corporate homepage)2. AttorneySteveVideos.com (our popular youtube channel nearing 4,000 subscribers)3.  Our Washington Redskins case analysis This is an advertisement and communication and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.  For help with trademark issues, responses to office action letters, TTAB appeal, mediation, arbitration or litigation call(877) 276-5084.    

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http://www.AttorneySteve.comIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve, the copyright defense lawyer, discusses the new coalition of 30 leading global entertainment companies to try to cut down on the incidents of illegal movie, tv show, and music downloads.  It appears they may be interested in filing civil lawsuits alleging copyright infringement, and/or seeking settlements via demand letters or some other mechanism not yet known.  Listen in on this episode of Copyright Watchdog.   Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our legal channel.Here is a link to the alliance website - http://alliance4creativity.com/- Attorney Steve -

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http://www.AttorneySteve.comIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve, the copyright defense lawyer, discusses the new coalition of 30 leading global entertainment companies to try to cut down on the incidents of illegal movie, tv show, and music downloads.  It appears they may be interested in filing civil lawsuits alleging copyright infringement, and/or seeking settlements via demand letters or some other mechanism not yet known.  Listen in on this episode of Copyright Watchdog.   Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our legal channel.Here is a link to the alliance website - http://alliance4creativity.com/- Attorney Steve -

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http://www.MediationVictory.comIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve Vondran discusses the benefits of submitting your case to medation.  If you are facing a small to large dispute and wpould like to try to resolve it via mediation, call us at (877) 276-5084.  We can help with the following types of disputes:1. Breach of contract2.  Unfair business practices3.  Real estate related disputes4.  Financial elder abuse (stocks, real estate, investments, annuities)5.  Copyright & Software6.  Trademark & Domain Disputes7.  Trade secrets8.  Internet law (defamation, libel, slander, cyberbully, stalking, etc.)     

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http://www.MediationVictory.comIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve Vondran discusses the benefits of submitting your case to medation.  If you are facing a small to large dispute and wpould like to try to resolve it via mediation, call us at (877) 276-5084.  We can help with the following types of disputes:1. Breach of contract2.  Unfair business practices3.  Real estate related disputes4.  Financial elder abuse (stocks, real estate, investments, annuities)5.  Copyright & Software6.  Trademark & Domain Disputes7.  Trade secrets8.  Internet law (defamation, libel, slander, cyberbully, stalking, etc.)     

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Bittorent Illegal Movie Download Cases - January 2017 Updates for Mr. Church (Cook Prodictions, Inc.)The following is general legal information only and not legal advice.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve the Copyright Lawyer discusses Cook Production, Inc. lawsuits.  If you receive a notice of suboena, or were served a federal summons and complaint (for example cases have recently been filed in Hawaii, Illinios, Washington) and need to discuss your legal options, call us at (877) 276-5084.You should also visit our website at Torrent Defenders.More information about subpoenas can be found here.Motion to Quash subpoena information can be found here.  

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Bittorent Illegal Movie Download Cases - January 2017 Updates for Mr. Church (Cook Prodictions, Inc.)The following is general legal information only and not legal advice.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve the Copyright Lawyer discusses Cook Production, Inc. lawsuits.  If you receive a notice of suboena, or were served a federal summons and complaint (for example cases have recently been filed in Hawaii, Illinios, Washington) and need to discuss your legal options, call us at (877) 276-5084.You should also visit our website at Torrent Defenders.More information about subpoenas can be found here.Motion to Quash subpoena information can be found here.  

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Software Audit - What you need to know about the Autodesk Audit LetterIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, copyright lawyer Steve Vondran discusses a general overview of the Autodesk letter.  What happens when you get this letter?  Here are some of the common questions we get from clients who received this letter.1.  Is this a scam?2. How did Autodesk find out about our installations of software?3.  We were using a "student" or "academic" version, I though this was legal?4.  Was this an "informant" case (ex. disgruntled ex-employee)?5.  Are there criminal penalties for copyright infringement?6.  Can we really owe up to $150,000 for willful copyright infringement under the statute?7.  Can officers and directors of the company be held personally liable for software piracy?8.  What are the common defenses to copyright infringement?9.  How much will this case to settle the case?10.  How much does your law firm charge to handle the settlement negotations and negotiate the terms of the settlement agreementIf you received an infringement notice to engage your business in a "voluntary" audit, call us to speak with a software licensing defense law firm.  We offfer low flat rate legal fees, and offer a free initial consultation.  Cali (877) 276-5084   

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Software Audit - What you need to know about the Autodesk Audit LetterIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, copyright lawyer Steve Vondran discusses a general overview of the Autodesk letter.  What happens when you get this letter?  Here are some of the common questions we get from clients who received this letter.1.  Is this a scam?2. How did Autodesk find out about our installations of software?3.  We were using a "student" or "academic" version, I though this was legal?4.  Was this an "informant" case (ex. disgruntled ex-employee)?5.  Are there criminal penalties for copyright infringement?6.  Can we really owe up to $150,000 for willful copyright infringement under the statute?7.  Can officers and directors of the company be held personally liable for software piracy?8.  What are the common defenses to copyright infringement?9.  How much will this case to settle the case?10.  How much does your law firm charge to handle the settlement negotations and negotiate the terms of the settlement agreementIf you received an infringement notice to engage your business in a "voluntary" audit, call us to speak with a software licensing defense law firm.  We offfer low flat rate legal fees, and offer a free initial consultation.  Cali (877) 276-5084   

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Satellite and Cable Pay-Per-View PiracyOur firm handles intellectual property cases and we can help you if you reveived a infringement notice or demand letter from Joe Hand Promotions, Inc. or other company such as Direct TV, or G&G Closed Circuit.  In this podcast, Attorney Steve, Intellectual property counsel discusses some of the ways your bar, restaurant, tavern, sports bar or atheletic club might be found out (possibly through the use of a private investigator) and some of the causes of action that may be filed in federal court such as violations of:1. 47 U.S. Code § 553 – Unauthorized reception of cable service2. 47 U.S. Code § 605 – Unauthorized publication or use of communicationsYou may be hit with a huge demand letter, and I have seen court cases asking for in excess of 6 figures.  So these letters need to be taken serous.   For a free initial consultation call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit PiracyCounsel.com for more information.  

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Satellite and Cable Pay-Per-View PiracyOur firm handles intellectual property cases and we can help you if you reveived a infringement notice or demand letter from Joe Hand Promotions, Inc. or other company such as Direct TV, or G&G Closed Circuit.  In this podcast, Attorney Steve, Intellectual property counsel discusses some of the ways your bar, restaurant, tavern, sports bar or atheletic club might be found out (possibly through the use of a private investigator) and some of the causes of action that may be filed in federal court such as violations of:1. 47 U.S. Code § 553 – Unauthorized reception of cable service2. 47 U.S. Code § 605 – Unauthorized publication or use of communicationsYou may be hit with a huge demand letter, and I have seen court cases asking for in excess of 6 figures.  So these letters need to be taken serous.   For a free initial consultation call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit PiracyCounsel.com for more information.  

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P2P Illegal Movie Download LEgal Cases Updates - 2016 [Septembers of Shiraz]Welcome to another exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour with "Attorney Steve." This is general legal information only and not legal advice.If you received a notice of subpoena from your internet service provider, (for example Cox, Verizon, Comcast, AT&T) mentioning that your IP address may have been sued or named in a federal court lawsuit over illegal movie downloading, call us to discuss your legal rights, and potential defenses.  We offer a no cost initial consultations to persons who have received a notice of copyright infringement, cease and desist letter, summons and complaint, or ISP subpoena notice discussing motino to quash and other items.  We can help you sort this out and decide how you want to proceed.  Call (877) 276-5084 or visit our Torrent Defense Supersite at TorrentDefenders.com

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P2P Illegal Movie Download LEgal Cases Updates - 2016 [Septembers of Shiraz]Welcome to another exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour with "Attorney Steve." This is general legal information only and not legal advice.If you received a notice of subpoena from your internet service provider, (for example Cox, Verizon, Comcast, AT&T) mentioning that your IP address may have been sued or named in a federal court lawsuit over illegal movie downloading, call us to discuss your legal rights, and potential defenses.  We offer a no cost initial consultations to persons who have received a notice of copyright infringement, cease and desist letter, summons and complaint, or ISP subpoena notice discussing motino to quash and other items.  We can help you sort this out and decide how you want to proceed.  Call (877) 276-5084 or visit our Torrent Defense Supersite at TorrentDefenders.com

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Software Licensing Compliance Tips - Dealign with the lack of dated proofs of purchase and receiptsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses what happens when you cannot find all the receipts you need to proove you have paid for each installation of software that you have installed on your company servers, laptops, and PC's and Macs.  If you don't have the proofs, you might be treated as a "software pirate" or wilful copyright infringer and could face steep penatlites and fines to get your case settled.For more information go to our software audit supersite at SoftwareAudits.net.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 for a free initial consultation.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.  We have helped many companies large and small across the United States.  If you are facing charges of illegal downloading software through a torrent site go to our legal supercenter at TorrentDefenders.com 

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Software Licensing Compliance Tips - Dealign with the lack of dated proofs of purchase and receiptsIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses what happens when you cannot find all the receipts you need to proove you have paid for each installation of software that you have installed on your company servers, laptops, and PC's and Macs.  If you don't have the proofs, you might be treated as a "software pirate" or wilful copyright infringer and could face steep penatlites and fines to get your case settled.For more information go to our software audit supersite at SoftwareAudits.net.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 for a free initial consultation.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.  We have helped many companies large and small across the United States.  If you are facing charges of illegal downloading software through a torrent site go to our legal supercenter at TorrentDefenders.com 

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Bittorrent Defense Law Firm - Mr. Church Movies at IssueThis episode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses Mr. Church, the Eddie Murphy Movie from Cook Productions, Inc., in Los Angeles.  Attorney Steve, the copyright torrent lawyer discusses potential defenses, and a general legal ovierview of what you can expect if served a lawsuit or notice of subpoena from the ISP such as Cox, Comcast, or Verizon.We know it can be a stressful time, so we offer a NO COST intial legal evaulation. Call us at (877) 276-5084.  We believe we are the best torrent defense law firm in the Country.For more information visit www.TorrentDefenders.com to go to our general legal information SUPERSITE!We look forward to working with you to get your case settled anonymously and for the least amount possible.- Attorney Steve Vondran, Esq. -

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Bittorrent Defense Law Firm - Mr. Church Movies at IssueThis episode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses Mr. Church, the Eddie Murphy Movie from Cook Productions, Inc., in Los Angeles.  Attorney Steve, the copyright torrent lawyer discusses potential defenses, and a general legal ovierview of what you can expect if served a lawsuit or notice of subpoena from the ISP such as Cox, Comcast, or Verizon.We know it can be a stressful time, so we offer a NO COST intial legal evaulation. Call us at (877) 276-5084.  We believe we are the best torrent defense law firm in the Country.For more information visit www.TorrentDefenders.com to go to our general legal information SUPERSITE!We look forward to working with you to get your case settled anonymously and for the least amount possible.- Attorney Steve Vondran, Esq. -

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Software Infringement Vocabulary - The Software Troll ExplainedIn this exciting epiosde of Vondran Legal Hour we discuss software audit demands that can amount to being labelled a "software troll."  We have Copyright bullies, Patent Trolls, and now we are going to add to the terms Software Troll which will apply whenever a software publisher (ex. Microsoft, Adobe, Autodesk, Siemens, CNC Mastercam, or other software company, or their intellectual property lawfirms exhibit any of the following behaviours which we often see:1. Oerly aggressive2.  Demanding you delete software you paid for in good faith3. Failing to disclose the "informant" and source of the audit4. Failing to idenity what they (ex. Business Software Alliance, SIIA, Software Compliance Group), believe to be out of compliance (ex. "what is your issue" maybe there is a quick fix)5.  Demanding ridiculous sums of money to settle a simple case lf "missing receipts" or "using Home Office for business purposes), mainly because BEst Buy didn't inforrm them of the difference, or worse, possibly intentionally installing Personal Software which may be obviously used for business purposes.  Explain this to people, give them a choice.6.  Charging $5,000 t0 $7,500 "attorney fees" when the opposing counsel has not really even done any work (attorney fees must be reasonable per attorney ethics)Start treating hard working people with RESPECT and DIGNITY and not like animals.  When these conditions are not being met, the software compant is being a SOFTWARE TROLL.Thanks for listening!  For more info go to SoftwareTrolls.com

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Software Infringement Vocabulary - The Software Troll ExplainedIn this exciting epiosde of Vondran Legal Hour we discuss software audit demands that can amount to being labelled a "software troll."  We have Copyright bullies, Patent Trolls, and now we are going to add to the terms Software Troll which will apply whenever a software publisher (ex. Microsoft, Adobe, Autodesk, Siemens, CNC Mastercam, or other software company, or their intellectual property lawfirms exhibit any of the following behaviours which we often see:1. Oerly aggressive2.  Demanding you delete software you paid for in good faith3. Failing to disclose the "informant" and source of the audit4. Failing to idenity what they (ex. Business Software Alliance, SIIA, Software Compliance Group), believe to be out of compliance (ex. "what is your issue" maybe there is a quick fix)5.  Demanding ridiculous sums of money to settle a simple case lf "missing receipts" or "using Home Office for business purposes), mainly because BEst Buy didn't inforrm them of the difference, or worse, possibly intentionally installing Personal Software which may be obviously used for business purposes.  Explain this to people, give them a choice.6.  Charging $5,000 t0 $7,500 "attorney fees" when the opposing counsel has not really even done any work (attorney fees must be reasonable per attorney ethics)Start treating hard working people with RESPECT and DIGNITY and not like animals.  When these conditions are not being met, the software compant is being a SOFTWARE TROLL.Thanks for listening!  For more info go to SoftwareTrolls.com

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Microsoft Software Auditing Tips - Using student Software to run your business can be costly!In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve the Software Audit Attorney describes what a EULA is, and how those terms of a software licensing agreement need to be followed.  In other words, if software (Like Microsoft Office Suites) are desginated and limited to "Home and Student" uses (not commercial business activity), then exceeding the scope of the license could lead to a "software auidit" by the Software Alliance.  This can result in financial devastation to many small and mid sized companies.For more help, visit our Audit Resources Supercenter (with blogs, podcasts, videos and more).  We believe it to be the best and most comprehenisve information website for companies dealing with compliance issues regarding end-user license agreements for companies like Microsoft, Autodesk, Siemens, Vero, CNC Mastercam, Solidworks and others.

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Microsoft Software Auditing Tips - Using student Software to run your business can be costly!In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve the Software Audit Attorney describes what a EULA is, and how those terms of a software licensing agreement need to be followed.  In other words, if software (Like Microsoft Office Suites) are desginated and limited to "Home and Student" uses (not commercial business activity), then exceeding the scope of the license could lead to a "software auidit" by the Software Alliance.  This can result in financial devastation to many small and mid sized companies.For more help, visit our Audit Resources Supercenter (with blogs, podcasts, videos and more).  We believe it to be the best and most comprehenisve information website for companies dealing with compliance issues regarding end-user license agreements for companies like Microsoft, Autodesk, Siemens, Vero, CNC Mastercam, Solidworks and others.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/12/10/bsa-auditing-tips--microsoft-home-and-student-for-commercial-business-purpose Sat, 10 Dec 2016 06:30:00 -0800 576 Microsoft,Office,suite,audit,letter false FRCP 65 - how to get a federal court injunction FRCP 65 - how to get a federal court injunction Send us Fan Mail

FRCP Rule 65 Injuctions Overview by Attorney SteveWhen you are dealing with another company or inidvidual that is infringing your federal copyrights and trademarks it is important to understand how to seek an injunction in federal court if the perpetrator is ignoring your cease and desist letter or copyright infringement notice.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, I explain in general terms what the process is to obtain the injunction (either mandaotry or prohibitory) and I explain the difference between TRO's (temporary restraining orders) and the preliminary vs. permanent injunction.  The process can be very technical, so if you need help call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit FRCP65.com.  Filling the lawsuit and the application for TRO and preliminary injuction will be closely scrutinized (especially if you try to go "ex parte") so these general tips should be helpful.We accept federal copyright and trademark infringement cases nationwide, subject to local rules.- Attorney Steve -

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FRCP Rule 65 Injuctions Overview by Attorney SteveWhen you are dealing with another company or inidvidual that is infringing your federal copyrights and trademarks it is important to understand how to seek an injunction in federal court if the perpetrator is ignoring your cease and desist letter or copyright infringement notice.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, I explain in general terms what the process is to obtain the injunction (either mandaotry or prohibitory) and I explain the difference between TRO's (temporary restraining orders) and the preliminary vs. permanent injunction.  The process can be very technical, so if you need help call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit FRCP65.com.  Filling the lawsuit and the application for TRO and preliminary injuction will be closely scrutinized (especially if you try to go "ex parte") so these general tips should be helpful.We accept federal copyright and trademark infringement cases nationwide, subject to local rules.- Attorney Steve -

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/11/28/frcp-65--how-to-get-a-federal-court-injunction Sun, 27 Nov 2016 20:00:00 -0800 1029 FRCp 65,injunction,copyright,infringement,lawyer false Common terms in a BSA software settlement agreement Common terms in a BSA software settlement agreement Send us Fan Mail

Software Audit Settlement Agreements - What you need to know!Attorney Steve, the software lawyer, explains the 9 most common terms you may find when you are negotiating your final settlement agreement with the business software alliance or its regional law firms like Klemchuk, Troutman Sanders, The Venable, Weir-Johnson and others.  This is general legal information only and NOT legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.For more information about software audits, copyright infringement and sample settlements visit our tremendous resource page at SoftwareAudits.net  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.  We handle federal copyright software cases nationwide and have helped many companies deal with SIIA, BSA, Microsoft and Autodesk audits. 

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Software Audit Settlement Agreements - What you need to know!Attorney Steve, the software lawyer, explains the 9 most common terms you may find when you are negotiating your final settlement agreement with the business software alliance or its regional law firms like Klemchuk, Troutman Sanders, The Venable, Weir-Johnson and others.  This is general legal information only and NOT legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.For more information about software audits, copyright infringement and sample settlements visit our tremendous resource page at SoftwareAudits.net  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.  We handle federal copyright software cases nationwide and have helped many companies deal with SIIA, BSA, Microsoft and Autodesk audits. 

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Illegal Movie Download Defenses - Will the lasuit be settled anonymously?Attorney Steve the copyright atty, talks about bittorrent and utorrent movie download cases dealing with movies such as Malibu Media adult ographic movies.  This company protects its trademarks from illegal copyright and reproduction and if you find yourself involved in one of their "John Doe" lawsuits you will probably want to know if you will be able to settle the case confidentially and with an ability to remain anonymous.This podcast provides a general legal overview (not legal advice) as to what happens when the torrent lawsuit is filed against your I.P. (internet protocal) address, and the ISP is served a notice of infringement and subpoena.  They will in turn forward this to the subscriber who will have a chance to try to settle the case (or file a motion to quash or motion for protective order).  During this process, it is possible to reach out to the opposing intellectual property lawyer for the adult o company and try to keep your name off the lawsuit.  Often times, there will be a long list of dirty movies with some titles that you may not want your name associated with, especially if you are a teacher, doctor, lawyer, or other professional.  We can help try to resolve these cases without your name being inserted into the federal court complaint (normally filed as a copyright infringement action in federal court).  Call us at (877) 276-5084 to discuss.For more information1.   CopyrightBully.com2.  What is a John Doe Lawsuit3.  Penalties for copyright infringement      

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Illegal Movie Download Defenses - Will the lasuit be settled anonymously?Attorney Steve the copyright atty, talks about bittorrent and utorrent movie download cases dealing with movies such as Malibu Media adult ographic movies.  This company protects its trademarks from illegal copyright and reproduction and if you find yourself involved in one of their "John Doe" lawsuits you will probably want to know if you will be able to settle the case confidentially and with an ability to remain anonymous.This podcast provides a general legal overview (not legal advice) as to what happens when the torrent lawsuit is filed against your I.P. (internet protocal) address, and the ISP is served a notice of infringement and subpoena.  They will in turn forward this to the subscriber who will have a chance to try to settle the case (or file a motion to quash or motion for protective order).  During this process, it is possible to reach out to the opposing intellectual property lawyer for the adult o company and try to keep your name off the lawsuit.  Often times, there will be a long list of dirty movies with some titles that you may not want your name associated with, especially if you are a teacher, doctor, lawyer, or other professional.  We can help try to resolve these cases without your name being inserted into the federal court complaint (normally filed as a copyright infringement action in federal court).  Call us at (877) 276-5084 to discuss.For more information1.   CopyrightBully.com2.  What is a John Doe Lawsuit3.  Penalties for copyright infringement      

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Software Law Essentials - Understanding the Legal test for InfirngementIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve provides general infromation regarding the legal test for software infirngement.  Basically, in software audit cases, the Plaintiff (or should be say the auditing company that sent you an audit demand letter - ex SIIA, Autodesk or BSA), must show:1.  Valid and current copyright registration in its product and2. Unauthorized "copying" of their software (meaning installation on one or more computers, laptops, and/or servers.If they can do this, the burden shifts to the defendant to show they have a license (affirmative defense), by showing proof of purchase, or other valid right to use the software (ex. Microsoft gave away free copies of the software at a trade show for example).This is basically the legal test for infringement in a nutshell. Of course, there are other defenses to copyright infirngement.If you need help call us.  We have helped small and medium sized businesses nationwide in software compliance disputes.Call (877) 276-5084.  We offer low flat rate fees for most non-litigation cases. 

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Software Law Essentials - Understanding the Legal test for InfirngementIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve provides general infromation regarding the legal test for software infirngement.  Basically, in software audit cases, the Plaintiff (or should be say the auditing company that sent you an audit demand letter - ex SIIA, Autodesk or BSA), must show:1.  Valid and current copyright registration in its product and2. Unauthorized "copying" of their software (meaning installation on one or more computers, laptops, and/or servers.If they can do this, the burden shifts to the defendant to show they have a license (affirmative defense), by showing proof of purchase, or other valid right to use the software (ex. Microsoft gave away free copies of the software at a trade show for example).This is basically the legal test for infringement in a nutshell. Of course, there are other defenses to copyright infirngement.If you need help call us.  We have helped small and medium sized businesses nationwide in software compliance disputes.Call (877) 276-5084.  We offer low flat rate fees for most non-litigation cases. 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/10/26/what-is-the-legal-test-for-software-infringement Wed, 26 Oct 2016 12:30:00 -0700 368 infringement,software,copyright,legal,test false What is the Software Compliance Group (SCG)? What is the Software Compliance Group (SCG)? Send us Fan Mail

Software Infringement Law Firm discusses the Software Compliance Group (SCG) letterCopyright Lawyer Steve Vondran ("Attorney Steve") discusses the difference between the business software alliance ("BSA") and the Software Compliance Group ("SCG").  You may see both of these entitites referenced if you received a copyright infringement notice or audit demand letter. We help companies nationwide defend against these claims of copyright software infringement.If you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084,  We offer a free no cost consultation to business owners across the United States.For more information visit our Software Law Resource Center.Click here for a more detailed article about the Software Compliance Group.

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Software Infringement Law Firm discusses the Software Compliance Group (SCG) letterCopyright Lawyer Steve Vondran ("Attorney Steve") discusses the difference between the business software alliance ("BSA") and the Software Compliance Group ("SCG").  You may see both of these entitites referenced if you received a copyright infringement notice or audit demand letter. We help companies nationwide defend against these claims of copyright software infringement.If you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084,  We offer a free no cost consultation to business owners across the United States.For more information visit our Software Law Resource Center.Click here for a more detailed article about the Software Compliance Group.

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Software Licensing & Infringement Law Firm - when Compliance is on the line, we can help!!Top FIVE reasons to hire our firm instead of your "corporate" or "business lawyers."1.  We have knowledge of the "tricks and traps" of the software audit process2.  In many cases we have pre-existing relationships with the copyright lawyers for the BSA, SIIA, Autodesk, etc.3.  We have day to day experience negotiating deals (in the trenches).  While many lawyers may claim to be great negotiators we do it EVERYDAY not just now and then.  We are constatnly working on getting deals done.4.  We offer low flat rate legal fees (no surprising or shociking hourly legal bills where two or three lawyers may be "billing" on your case with an incentive to drag on the process which does you no good.  We hvae a predictable legal fee that in most cases will be far less than your own corporate attorneys would charge.5.  We have Avvo reviews (the proof is in the pudding folks).For more information about what we do visit our Software Compliance Resource Center or call (877) 276-5084

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Software Licensing & Infringement Law Firm - when Compliance is on the line, we can help!!Top FIVE reasons to hire our firm instead of your "corporate" or "business lawyers."1.  We have knowledge of the "tricks and traps" of the software audit process2.  In many cases we have pre-existing relationships with the copyright lawyers for the BSA, SIIA, Autodesk, etc.3.  We have day to day experience negotiating deals (in the trenches).  While many lawyers may claim to be great negotiators we do it EVERYDAY not just now and then.  We are constatnly working on getting deals done.4.  We offer low flat rate legal fees (no surprising or shociking hourly legal bills where two or three lawyers may be "billing" on your case with an incentive to drag on the process which does you no good.  We hvae a predictable legal fee that in most cases will be far less than your own corporate attorneys would charge.5.  We have Avvo reviews (the proof is in the pudding folks).For more information about what we do visit our Software Compliance Resource Center or call (877) 276-5084

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Software licensing litigation - the EULAIn this pocast episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve is joined by his fabulous wife Frontline Lisee (office manager at the law firm) and they discuss software end user licensing agreements and whether a breach of the agreement could result in a federal copyright litigation case (with potentiial for $150,000 damages for willful copyright infringement) or a simply breach of contract action for failure to keep the promises made (i.e. "covenants") in the EULA agreement.  If you need help with a software licensing issue, responding to an audit demand letter, or engage in federal copyright litigation, arbitration or mediation, give us a call at (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many companies nationwide survive software licensing issues.For more information go to our Software Audits Defense page. 

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Software licensing litigation - the EULAIn this pocast episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve is joined by his fabulous wife Frontline Lisee (office manager at the law firm) and they discuss software end user licensing agreements and whether a breach of the agreement could result in a federal copyright litigation case (with potentiial for $150,000 damages for willful copyright infringement) or a simply breach of contract action for failure to keep the promises made (i.e. "covenants") in the EULA agreement.  If you need help with a software licensing issue, responding to an audit demand letter, or engage in federal copyright litigation, arbitration or mediation, give us a call at (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many companies nationwide survive software licensing issues.For more information go to our Software Audits Defense page. 

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Software Audit Tips - What is a font license audit?In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve, the copyright lawyer, talks about business software alliance audit demand letters that may be requesting your company to engage in a "voluntary" software audit of all fonts used across your enterprise, company or organization.  This can be stressful where you have no clue what you have installed on the various servers, computers and laptops, and you are not sure if you have any proof of licensing. Our IP law firm can help you best understand your legal options, and help you respond to legal demand letters, or lawsuits alleging willful copyright infringement.Call us at (877) 276-5084.For more information about font audits go to our blog post at FontAudits.com.For general infromarion about software audits in general go to our software audit resource centerFor infomration on illegal torrent download (movies, music, software), go to our Bittorrent resource center. 

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Software Audit Tips - What is a font license audit?In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve, the copyright lawyer, talks about business software alliance audit demand letters that may be requesting your company to engage in a "voluntary" software audit of all fonts used across your enterprise, company or organization.  This can be stressful where you have no clue what you have installed on the various servers, computers and laptops, and you are not sure if you have any proof of licensing. Our IP law firm can help you best understand your legal options, and help you respond to legal demand letters, or lawsuits alleging willful copyright infringement.Call us at (877) 276-5084.For more information about font audits go to our blog post at FontAudits.com.For general infromarion about software audits in general go to our software audit resource centerFor infomration on illegal torrent download (movies, music, software), go to our Bittorrent resource center. 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/10/07/what-your-company-needs-to-know-about-software-font-audits-by-attorney-steve Fri, 07 Oct 2016 09:00:00 -0700 772 copyright,torrent,font,audit,typeface false Attorney Steve and Frontline Lisee disuss Malibu Media lawsuits Attorney Steve and Frontline Lisee disuss Malibu Media lawsuits Send us Fan Mail

Malibu Media Lawsuits explainedIf you received a notice of copyright infringement or legal demand letter (or notice of subpoena from your ISP such as Comcast), you might want to listen to this podcast.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour we discuss how some peopel feel when they realize they might be named in a John Doe lawsuit (usually filed in Federal Copyright Court, example in the 9th Circuit) and how our copyright law firm can potentially help you.Click here for more resources on Bittorrent Defense Law

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Malibu Media Lawsuits explainedIf you received a notice of copyright infringement or legal demand letter (or notice of subpoena from your ISP such as Comcast), you might want to listen to this podcast.  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour we discuss how some peopel feel when they realize they might be named in a John Doe lawsuit (usually filed in Federal Copyright Court, example in the 9th Circuit) and how our copyright law firm can potentially help you.Click here for more resources on Bittorrent Defense Law

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/10/06/attorney-steve-and-frontline-lisee-disuss-malibu-media-lawsuits Thu, 06 Oct 2016 05:30:00 -0700 637 malibu media,torrent,defense,subpoena,letter false Are software audits really voluntary? Are software audits really voluntary? Send us Fan Mail

Software License Compliance Essentials - Understanding the "voluntary audit."In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve - fresh from the software trenches - discusses the so called "volutnary" audit demand which usually comes with a not-so-subtle threat of a federal copyright lawsuit and $150,000 in monetary damages, plus attorney fees.  Are these audits really voluntary?  Can you just "opt out" and not respond?  What happens if you do?  If you received a demand letter from a law firm asking you to engage in a company wide audit of all laptops, servers and computer workstations, make sure you call us first to make sure you know your legal rights.  If you decide to engage, you will be negotiating with experienced commercial collection attorneys with a strong working knowledge of the federal copyright laws.Call us at (877) 276-5084 to speak with an intellectual property lawyer, or visit our tremedous Audit Resource Center at SoftwareAuditLawyers.com   

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Software License Compliance Essentials - Understanding the "voluntary audit."In this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve - fresh from the software trenches - discusses the so called "volutnary" audit demand which usually comes with a not-so-subtle threat of a federal copyright lawsuit and $150,000 in monetary damages, plus attorney fees.  Are these audits really voluntary?  Can you just "opt out" and not respond?  What happens if you do?  If you received a demand letter from a law firm asking you to engage in a company wide audit of all laptops, servers and computer workstations, make sure you call us first to make sure you know your legal rights.  If you decide to engage, you will be negotiating with experienced commercial collection attorneys with a strong working knowledge of the federal copyright laws.Call us at (877) 276-5084 to speak with an intellectual property lawyer, or visit our tremedous Audit Resource Center at SoftwareAuditLawyers.com   

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Anti-SLAPP law overview - appealing an adverse ruling on CCP 425.17 "commercial speech exemption."  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour "Attorney Steve" explains the difference between a WRIT and an APPEAL.  An appeal may be taken as a matter of right unless the judge denied the motion on grounds that commercial speech was at issue.  In those circumstances, filing a "writ" or petition to review the lower court ruling is the avenue to pursue per case law.  Keep in mind, most writs (approximately 90%) are summarily denied as they can result in piecemeal litigaiton and "cut in line" for cases properly up on appeal.  So there has to be really good grounds to file a writ or they will be denied (i.e. they are "discretionary").For more information about California litigation, arbitration and mediation in business, real estate, software, and intellectual property law go to our law firm website at www.VondranLegal.com.  If you need legal representation, contact us at (877) 276-5084.

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Anti-SLAPP law overview - appealing an adverse ruling on CCP 425.17 "commercial speech exemption."  In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour "Attorney Steve" explains the difference between a WRIT and an APPEAL.  An appeal may be taken as a matter of right unless the judge denied the motion on grounds that commercial speech was at issue.  In those circumstances, filing a "writ" or petition to review the lower court ruling is the avenue to pursue per case law.  Keep in mind, most writs (approximately 90%) are summarily denied as they can result in piecemeal litigaiton and "cut in line" for cases properly up on appeal.  So there has to be really good grounds to file a writ or they will be denied (i.e. they are "discretionary").For more information about California litigation, arbitration and mediation in business, real estate, software, and intellectual property law go to our law firm website at www.VondranLegal.com.  If you need legal representation, contact us at (877) 276-5084.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/10/04/ccp-42517c-commercial-speech-exemption-writ-v-appeal-explained Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:00:00 -0700 273 litigation,tips,california,appeal,writ false The role of software license verification in mergers and acquisitions The role of software license verification in mergers and acquisitions Send us Fan Mail

Software Audit Essentials - Buying and Selling a business and taking over their softwareOur firm was recently retained on a case where one company purchased another company and they took over all the existing computers, laptops, servers, and other infrastructure.  Both the selling company and the acquiring company were represented by counsel.  However, even so, nobody bothered to ask any questions about whether or not the software on the computers (ex. Autodesk Autocad or Revit Architecture, Adobe Photoshop, or Microsoft Office, for example) were properly licensed or not.  Fast forward a few years later, the company receives a "software audit letter" from the business software alliance and next thing you know they find out the software they received and had been using was not properly licensed.  This leads to a precarious situation where the company now faces tremendous legal liability up to $150,000 per infringing title of software.  This could literally bankrupt a company and expose officers and directors of the company to legal liability.  This episode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses this point briefly.If you need any help verifying licensing ownership positions, or helping your business defend a software audit from the SIIA, Autodesk, the BSA, or some other software company, we can help.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.  RESOURCES1.  For valuable information and resources on the legal side of software audits, go to our website.2.  To learn more about the SIIA watch this video.3.  VIDEO: Click here to learn about Autodesk software audits   

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Software Audit Essentials - Buying and Selling a business and taking over their softwareOur firm was recently retained on a case where one company purchased another company and they took over all the existing computers, laptops, servers, and other infrastructure.  Both the selling company and the acquiring company were represented by counsel.  However, even so, nobody bothered to ask any questions about whether or not the software on the computers (ex. Autodesk Autocad or Revit Architecture, Adobe Photoshop, or Microsoft Office, for example) were properly licensed or not.  Fast forward a few years later, the company receives a "software audit letter" from the business software alliance and next thing you know they find out the software they received and had been using was not properly licensed.  This leads to a precarious situation where the company now faces tremendous legal liability up to $150,000 per infringing title of software.  This could literally bankrupt a company and expose officers and directors of the company to legal liability.  This episode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses this point briefly.If you need any help verifying licensing ownership positions, or helping your business defend a software audit from the SIIA, Autodesk, the BSA, or some other software company, we can help.  Call us at (877) 276-5084.  RESOURCES1.  For valuable information and resources on the legal side of software audits, go to our website.2.  To learn more about the SIIA watch this video.3.  VIDEO: Click here to learn about Autodesk software audits   

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/09/30/the-role-of-software-license-verification-in-mergers-and-acquisitions Fri, 30 Sep 2016 15:30:00 -0700 225 business,software,alliance,audit,letter false Software audit survival tips and the transfer of licenses from old entity to new Software audit survival tips and the transfer of licenses from old entity to new Send us Fan Mail

Software Audit Essentials - Potential Defense of License TransferWe have been helping companies across the United States resolve software audits with major companies like Autidesk (Autocad and Revit software), Microsoft (often times a "Office" issue), Adobe, Vero Software and others.  In these cases, you want to be able to explore all possible defenses to copyright infringement and seek to be aware of all potential negotiating tools.  Anything you can find to try to help make a great deal, and move the case from audit to settlement is very important.  Our firm can help you do that.  This episode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses whether or not a software license can be sold or transferred to a new entity.  Many people mistakenly believe that you can sell unused software online, but you always have to know what your "licensing" agreement says.If you need help with a software audit, visit our Software Audit Resource Center or call us at (877) 276-5084.  To go to our youtube channel with many videos about copyright and software law click here.YES FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS VIDEO ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS

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Software Audit Essentials - Potential Defense of License TransferWe have been helping companies across the United States resolve software audits with major companies like Autidesk (Autocad and Revit software), Microsoft (often times a "Office" issue), Adobe, Vero Software and others.  In these cases, you want to be able to explore all possible defenses to copyright infringement and seek to be aware of all potential negotiating tools.  Anything you can find to try to help make a great deal, and move the case from audit to settlement is very important.  Our firm can help you do that.  This episode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses whether or not a software license can be sold or transferred to a new entity.  Many people mistakenly believe that you can sell unused software online, but you always have to know what your "licensing" agreement says.If you need help with a software audit, visit our Software Audit Resource Center or call us at (877) 276-5084.  To go to our youtube channel with many videos about copyright and software law click here.YES FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS VIDEO ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS

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Streaming Live Video - Legal AspectsWelcome to another exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour. In this episode Frontline Lisee and Attorney Steve discsuss the new facebook "go live" feature and the potential copyright infringement implications of using copyrighted music, songs, lyrics, etc.  The video also discusses briefly the "creative commons" coypright system and you can learn more about that here:VIDEO: Attorney Steve creative commons copyright overview.MORE INFORMATION:  Click here to read our blog on facebook copyright takedowns.If you need help with a streaming video or music law issue contact us at (877) 276-5084.  This podcast is general legal information only and not legal advice.

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Streaming Live Video - Legal AspectsWelcome to another exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour. In this episode Frontline Lisee and Attorney Steve discsuss the new facebook "go live" feature and the potential copyright infringement implications of using copyrighted music, songs, lyrics, etc.  The video also discusses briefly the "creative commons" coypright system and you can learn more about that here:VIDEO: Attorney Steve creative commons copyright overview.MORE INFORMATION:  Click here to read our blog on facebook copyright takedowns.If you need help with a streaming video or music law issue contact us at (877) 276-5084.  This podcast is general legal information only and not legal advice.

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California free speech anti-SLAPP attorneyThis podcast discusses generally (this podcast is not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice) what you need to know about the Cal SLAPP law and the commercial speech exemption set forth in CCP 425.17(c).  The Defendant in a case may file a special "Motion to Strike" the complaint on first amendment grounds.  The 425.17 exemption can shoot that down if the facts apply.  Listen to Attorney Steve the business and real estate lawyer as he explains this important legal topic.If you need help in a case, call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit www.SLAPPLawyer.com.Click here to read out blog on the commercial speech exemption to anti-SLAPP.

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California free speech anti-SLAPP attorneyThis podcast discusses generally (this podcast is not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice) what you need to know about the Cal SLAPP law and the commercial speech exemption set forth in CCP 425.17(c).  The Defendant in a case may file a special "Motion to Strike" the complaint on first amendment grounds.  The 425.17 exemption can shoot that down if the facts apply.  Listen to Attorney Steve the business and real estate lawyer as he explains this important legal topic.If you need help in a case, call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit www.SLAPPLawyer.com.Click here to read out blog on the commercial speech exemption to anti-SLAPP.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/08/12/california-anti-slapp-law-explained--ccp-42517-commercial-speech-exemption Fri, 12 Aug 2016 06:00:00 -0700 694 california,anti-slapp,lawyer,free speech,chill false Attorney Steve overview of Bittoren lawsuits for illegally sharing videos SD Attorney Steve overview of Bittoren lawsuits for illegally sharing videos SD Send us Fan Mail

San Diego | Los Angeles | Orange County | San Francisco - Malibu media defense cases.Bittorent Defense Atty Steve Vondran discusses what happens when you get a notice of subpoena from your ISP, or property manager, and it appears you are facing a lawsuit for illegally downloading and sharing adult ographic movies online via an internet swarm.  The P2p (peer-to-peer) file sharing websites make it easier to share digital content with your friends and family, but it could also lead to a claim that you are willfully infringing their IP and that you should be held liable for a $150,000 monetary damage award (plus pay the movie studios attorney fees), because you illegally violated one of the exclusive rights of a federal copyright holder.  The more movies you downloaded or shared, the worse off you could be.  The situtation is always worsened if you or your parents have assets worth going after (like equity in their property, 401k, money in the bank, etc.).It is important to consider taking swift action to protect your legal rights. Your first best step is to contact our intellectual property law firm and we can help with a free initial consultation that could help you get a better handle on the situation.  Whether the illegal digital content involves boks, photos, movies, software, games, comics, songs, etc., we can help you chart out a legal defense strategy.  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.  In most cases (ex. non litigation) we can offer low flat rate fees.  We handle federal copyright infringement cases and software audits nationwide.Resources1.  Attorney Steve in Chambers discussing Malibu Media case 

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San Diego | Los Angeles | Orange County | San Francisco - Malibu media defense cases.Bittorent Defense Atty Steve Vondran discusses what happens when you get a notice of subpoena from your ISP, or property manager, and it appears you are facing a lawsuit for illegally downloading and sharing adult ographic movies online via an internet swarm.  The P2p (peer-to-peer) file sharing websites make it easier to share digital content with your friends and family, but it could also lead to a claim that you are willfully infringing their IP and that you should be held liable for a $150,000 monetary damage award (plus pay the movie studios attorney fees), because you illegally violated one of the exclusive rights of a federal copyright holder.  The more movies you downloaded or shared, the worse off you could be.  The situtation is always worsened if you or your parents have assets worth going after (like equity in their property, 401k, money in the bank, etc.).It is important to consider taking swift action to protect your legal rights. Your first best step is to contact our intellectual property law firm and we can help with a free initial consultation that could help you get a better handle on the situation.  Whether the illegal digital content involves boks, photos, movies, software, games, comics, songs, etc., we can help you chart out a legal defense strategy.  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084.  In most cases (ex. non litigation) we can offer low flat rate fees.  We handle federal copyright infringement cases and software audits nationwide.Resources1.  Attorney Steve in Chambers discussing Malibu Media case 

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Anti-piracy rewards program explainedI had someone ask me last week (on my of SIIA audit clients as I recall) what the rewards were for "turning in their boss" for not having properly licensed software at their company.  I discussed how these software trade assocations (the Software Alliance being the other one), offer fincial rewards programs for "nailing their bosss."  Since this is an important issue affecting many companies who find themselves dealing with the "secret informant" ex-employee, I thought I would take a few minutes to discuss the Business Software Alliance and their terms of their reward policy.  This is general information only and designed to help explain the process to companies that may be dealing with a software licensing audit.If you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit our compliance information supersite at SoftwareAuditLawyers.com  

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Anti-piracy rewards program explainedI had someone ask me last week (on my of SIIA audit clients as I recall) what the rewards were for "turning in their boss" for not having properly licensed software at their company.  I discussed how these software trade assocations (the Software Alliance being the other one), offer fincial rewards programs for "nailing their bosss."  Since this is an important issue affecting many companies who find themselves dealing with the "secret informant" ex-employee, I thought I would take a few minutes to discuss the Business Software Alliance and their terms of their reward policy.  This is general information only and designed to help explain the process to companies that may be dealing with a software licensing audit.If you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit our compliance information supersite at SoftwareAuditLawyers.com  

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First Amendment Lawyer California - Anti-SLAPP statute explainedThe first amendment is a good thing, it allows people to speak freely on public issues, sports, politics, etc.  But as they say "free speech is not absolute" it has limits.  In this general legal podcast, Attorney Steve Vondran explains the CAL SLAPP law and how it works and how the judges might view the cases brought before them under CCP 425.16 and CCP 425.17 (commercial speech exemption).  The gist of the "anti-SLAPP" motion to allow a person or company named as a defendant in a civil lawsuit to bring a motion when the Plaintiff is bringing the lawsuit wihtout legitimate cause, and for the purpose of chilling free speech.  It's a trick statute so if you are having any legal issues in this area you should have a lawyer review your case.  The two-part test and commercial speech exemption are discussed in this Vondran Legal Hour Podcast.As always, if you like the show, feel free to share the link on your social media podcasts!  Thanks for listening.Contact an CAL SLAPP ATTORNEYYou can find our home page at SlappLawyer.com.  Or call us at (877) 276-5084.  This is an advertisement and communication pursuant to state bar rules.  

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First Amendment Lawyer California - Anti-SLAPP statute explainedThe first amendment is a good thing, it allows people to speak freely on public issues, sports, politics, etc.  But as they say "free speech is not absolute" it has limits.  In this general legal podcast, Attorney Steve Vondran explains the CAL SLAPP law and how it works and how the judges might view the cases brought before them under CCP 425.16 and CCP 425.17 (commercial speech exemption).  The gist of the "anti-SLAPP" motion to allow a person or company named as a defendant in a civil lawsuit to bring a motion when the Plaintiff is bringing the lawsuit wihtout legitimate cause, and for the purpose of chilling free speech.  It's a trick statute so if you are having any legal issues in this area you should have a lawyer review your case.  The two-part test and commercial speech exemption are discussed in this Vondran Legal Hour Podcast.As always, if you like the show, feel free to share the link on your social media podcasts!  Thanks for listening.Contact an CAL SLAPP ATTORNEYYou can find our home page at SlappLawyer.com.  Or call us at (877) 276-5084.  This is an advertisement and communication pursuant to state bar rules.  

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/07/10/anti-slapp-law-in-california Sun, 10 Jul 2016 12:30:00 -0700 655 false Parental Warning - Bittorrent use can lead to unwanted legal liability Parental Warning - Bittorrent use can lead to unwanted legal liability Send us Fan Mail

Intellectual Property Issues on the Internet - Beware of illegal file sharing of movies, videos, games, comics and softwareIP litigation attorney Steve Vondran discusses the rise in Bittorrent related lawsuits and notices of copyright infringement to ISP's seeking name and address to add a subscriber to a DOE lawsuit.  These cases appear to be on the rise and if you received a subpoena notice from your internet service provider, you should contact a p2p attorney ASAP.These cases are broughts as federal copyright infringement cases and can be brought in any federal court in the United States.  If you are named as a DOE DEFENDANT it is usually best to seek legal advice, bearing in mind that "willful copyright infirngement" cases can lead to monetary damages of $150,000 per infringed (illlegally downloaded and shared movies) work.  Many cases are now being brought by companies such as Malibu Media, and movie titles such as Dallas Buyers Club and London Has Fallen."Listen to this general legal information prodcast from Attorney Steve, and if you have specific questions about your case, contact us at (877) 276-5084 for a free general consultation.  We can help companies and individuals from around the United States who are facing federal copyright demand letters.  If you like this podcast, fee free to share it on your social media networks.   

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Intellectual Property Issues on the Internet - Beware of illegal file sharing of movies, videos, games, comics and softwareIP litigation attorney Steve Vondran discusses the rise in Bittorrent related lawsuits and notices of copyright infringement to ISP's seeking name and address to add a subscriber to a DOE lawsuit.  These cases appear to be on the rise and if you received a subpoena notice from your internet service provider, you should contact a p2p attorney ASAP.These cases are broughts as federal copyright infringement cases and can be brought in any federal court in the United States.  If you are named as a DOE DEFENDANT it is usually best to seek legal advice, bearing in mind that "willful copyright infirngement" cases can lead to monetary damages of $150,000 per infringed (illlegally downloaded and shared movies) work.  Many cases are now being brought by companies such as Malibu Media, and movie titles such as Dallas Buyers Club and London Has Fallen."Listen to this general legal information prodcast from Attorney Steve, and if you have specific questions about your case, contact us at (877) 276-5084 for a free general consultation.  We can help companies and individuals from around the United States who are facing federal copyright demand letters.  If you like this podcast, fee free to share it on your social media networks.   

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/07/08/parental-warning--bittorrent-use-can-lead-to-unwanted-legal-liability Fri, 08 Jul 2016 11:00:00 -0700 533 bittorrent,defense,lawyer,p2p,file false SIIA anti-piracy software program explained SIIA anti-piracy software program explained Send us Fan Mail

SIIA reward policy for reporting software piracyIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve, the IP lawyer, discusses the general terms and conditions of the SIIA anti-piracy program.  Under this program, software whistleblowers can earn from $500 up to a MILLION DOLLARS if they take a case that settles out of court (if a copyright lawsuit is filed the "informant" gets NOTHING).  There are certain conditions and limitations so login and to hear this great legal show.If you have questions regarding handling or responding to a software audit letter contact us at (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many companies across the USA and we can help your busienss.  - Attorney Steve -   

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SIIA reward policy for reporting software piracyIn this exciting episode of Vondran Legal Hour Attorney Steve, the IP lawyer, discusses the general terms and conditions of the SIIA anti-piracy program.  Under this program, software whistleblowers can earn from $500 up to a MILLION DOLLARS if they take a case that settles out of court (if a copyright lawsuit is filed the "informant" gets NOTHING).  There are certain conditions and limitations so login and to hear this great legal show.If you have questions regarding handling or responding to a software audit letter contact us at (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many companies across the USA and we can help your busienss.  - Attorney Steve -   

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Software AllianceTechnology Lawyer Steve Vondran discusses whether you need to hire a lawyer to respond to the Software Alliance.  This podcast will help you understand if your "inside counsel" or "corporate lawyer" is equipped, trained and experienced to handle a BSA audit demand letter, evaluation, review of copyright defenses, negotiation and settlement.  If your business needs help and legal support on the complex area of licensing compliance, call us at (877) 276-5084.  We offer a free intial case evaluation to business owners and low flat rate fees once we are retained.Resources1.  Software Aliance2.  Attorney Steve's Software Audit Supersite3.  Software audit checklist every business should look at before engaging in a "voluntary audit"  

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Software AllianceTechnology Lawyer Steve Vondran discusses whether you need to hire a lawyer to respond to the Software Alliance.  This podcast will help you understand if your "inside counsel" or "corporate lawyer" is equipped, trained and experienced to handle a BSA audit demand letter, evaluation, review of copyright defenses, negotiation and settlement.  If your business needs help and legal support on the complex area of licensing compliance, call us at (877) 276-5084.  We offer a free intial case evaluation to business owners and low flat rate fees once we are retained.Resources1.  Software Aliance2.  Attorney Steve's Software Audit Supersite3.  Software audit checklist every business should look at before engaging in a "voluntary audit"  

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2016/07/01/software-alliance-audit-general-info Thu, 30 Jun 2016 18:00:00 -0700 187 software,alliance,lawyer,bsa,help false Attorney Steve Vondran discusses "voluntary" software audits by BSA and SIIA Attorney Steve Vondran discusses "voluntary" software audits by BSA and SIIA Send us Fan Mail

Software Compliance Legal InsightsSteve Vondran, the Software Attorney explains whether or not audits are "voluntary" or must be complied with.  For example, if your company received what we affectionately refer to as "the love letter" from major software publishers such as Oracle, Bentley, CNC, Minitab, Symantec, Rosetta Stone, etc. are you legally OBLIGATED to comply?  Can you just throw away the letter?  What happens if you do?  Will the continue to come back at you until you provide an audit spreadsheet of all your company computers, laptops and servers, or might they just file a lawsuit (ex. willful copyright infirngement - aka software piracy) against the company creating a public relations and legal nightmare.This video touches on the this topic.  If you need some help, we have helped many other businesses across the United States in navigating through these complex legal issues.  Call us for a free initial consultation at (877) 276-5084.  Please note, we get a good number of calls from in-house counsel, we offer a one hour paid consultation if you are wanting to handle this on behalf of the company.If you enjoyed this IP legal podcast, feel free to share it on your social media networks!!  For more detailed information about licensing issues go to our Software Law Supersite- Attorney Steve -   

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Software Compliance Legal InsightsSteve Vondran, the Software Attorney explains whether or not audits are "voluntary" or must be complied with.  For example, if your company received what we affectionately refer to as "the love letter" from major software publishers such as Oracle, Bentley, CNC, Minitab, Symantec, Rosetta Stone, etc. are you legally OBLIGATED to comply?  Can you just throw away the letter?  What happens if you do?  Will the continue to come back at you until you provide an audit spreadsheet of all your company computers, laptops and servers, or might they just file a lawsuit (ex. willful copyright infirngement - aka software piracy) against the company creating a public relations and legal nightmare.This video touches on the this topic.  If you need some help, we have helped many other businesses across the United States in navigating through these complex legal issues.  Call us for a free initial consultation at (877) 276-5084.  Please note, we get a good number of calls from in-house counsel, we offer a one hour paid consultation if you are wanting to handle this on behalf of the company.If you enjoyed this IP legal podcast, feel free to share it on your social media networks!!  For more detailed information about licensing issues go to our Software Law Supersite- Attorney Steve -   

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Internet Defamation of a Business - How to handle negative posts and reviewsOne of the most frustrating things that can happen to your business is having a person (ex. past client) defame you on google.  Since it is in writing the defamation is known as "libel."  But what can you legally do about? Can you sue Yelp or Google?  Can you file an defamation lawsuit against the person or is their "opinion" protected by the first amendment and the ANTI-SLAPP laws?  Attorney Steve the business, real estate and intellectual property lawyer discusses his top tips on how to handle this type of situation.For those who do not want to listen, we suggest you:1.  Try to work it out with the complaining party2.  Try to get positive reviews to drown out the negative reviews3.  See if there are any technical measures on the social media platform at issue (ex. BBB, Yel, Google, etc.) to remove or delete the negative comment, or place your own rebuttal.4.  Consider sending a letter to the website hosting the comments (do not hold your breath on this one)5.  Consider filing a defamation lawsuit as a last resort (keeping in mind "going legal" can come back to bite you in some cases.If you need help as to #5 above, call us at (877) 276-5084.  Sometimes filing a lawsuit (if the person has assets worth going after) might be a viable solution, but all factors need to be considered.FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS PODCAST ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS!  GIVE US A SHOUT OUT!!!- Attorney Steve -  

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Internet Defamation of a Business - How to handle negative posts and reviewsOne of the most frustrating things that can happen to your business is having a person (ex. past client) defame you on google.  Since it is in writing the defamation is known as "libel."  But what can you legally do about? Can you sue Yelp or Google?  Can you file an defamation lawsuit against the person or is their "opinion" protected by the first amendment and the ANTI-SLAPP laws?  Attorney Steve the business, real estate and intellectual property lawyer discusses his top tips on how to handle this type of situation.For those who do not want to listen, we suggest you:1.  Try to work it out with the complaining party2.  Try to get positive reviews to drown out the negative reviews3.  See if there are any technical measures on the social media platform at issue (ex. BBB, Yel, Google, etc.) to remove or delete the negative comment, or place your own rebuttal.4.  Consider sending a letter to the website hosting the comments (do not hold your breath on this one)5.  Consider filing a defamation lawsuit as a last resort (keeping in mind "going legal" can come back to bite you in some cases.If you need help as to #5 above, call us at (877) 276-5084.  Sometimes filing a lawsuit (if the person has assets worth going after) might be a viable solution, but all factors need to be considered.FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS PODCAST ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS!  GIVE US A SHOUT OUT!!!- Attorney Steve -  

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Copyright Litigation Essentials - DMCA 512(f) "bad faith" mispresentation bully casesThank you for listening to this episode of "Vondran Legal Hour."  If you enjoy our legal podcast (this is general legal information only and not legal advice), feel free to share the link on your social media website.  If you need immediate help, visit BadFaithDMCA.comIntroductionWhen you are trying to run a business on eBay or Etsy, or having fun (ex. parody) with a video on Youtube or Vimeo, Google, Facebook or Twitter, you don't appreciate it when you get a DMCA "take down" notice or "Notice of Copyright Infringement" but what can you really do about?  Should you just let your account be closed down?  Can you fight back?  If so, how?  Attorney Steve, the Copyright & Social Media lawyer explains one trick to look at.Contact a Federal Copyright LawyerWe handle federal copyright and trademark cases across the country including New York, Florida, San Diego, Seattle, Boston, Chicago, Ohio, Texas, and California.  Contact us to discuss being a DMCA agent, or handling a copyright issue such as a software audit, music licensing, royalty disputes, willful copyright infringement, first sale doctrine, or DMCA takedown bullly cases.  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084. 

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Copyright Litigation Essentials - DMCA 512(f) "bad faith" mispresentation bully casesThank you for listening to this episode of "Vondran Legal Hour."  If you enjoy our legal podcast (this is general legal information only and not legal advice), feel free to share the link on your social media website.  If you need immediate help, visit BadFaithDMCA.comIntroductionWhen you are trying to run a business on eBay or Etsy, or having fun (ex. parody) with a video on Youtube or Vimeo, Google, Facebook or Twitter, you don't appreciate it when you get a DMCA "take down" notice or "Notice of Copyright Infringement" but what can you really do about?  Should you just let your account be closed down?  Can you fight back?  If so, how?  Attorney Steve, the Copyright & Social Media lawyer explains one trick to look at.Contact a Federal Copyright LawyerWe handle federal copyright and trademark cases across the country including New York, Florida, San Diego, Seattle, Boston, Chicago, Ohio, Texas, and California.  Contact us to discuss being a DMCA agent, or handling a copyright issue such as a software audit, music licensing, royalty disputes, willful copyright infringement, first sale doctrine, or DMCA takedown bullly cases.  We can be reached at (877) 276-5084. 

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Copyright & Software Settlemenets - Is this legal or civil extortion?Welcome to another exciting episode of Vondran Legal with Attorney Steve Vondran.IntroductionIn this episode we are talking about what happens when ypu complete a software licensing audit and are moving to get your case settled.  The intellectual property attorney for the software company (note it could be attorney for copyright bully in a BIttorrent illegal file sharing case) has been authorized by their client to settle the case confidentially, but then when it comes time to close the deal they say "do you want confidentiality for another $5,000."  Does this statement cross the line into the area of civil extortion?  Did they "good guy" just become the "bad guu."  In other words, is the representative requesting that you pay a fine, fee or penalty for them NOT TO EXPOSE THE SECRET THAT YOURT COMPANY WAS A SOFTWARE PIRATE?  This blog provides general legal information and is not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.More Resources1.  VIDEO: Are software audit settlements confidentialContact a Federal Copyright & Software Law FirmIf you need help dealing with a software audit letter, DMCA take down notice, Notice of copyright infringement or notice of subpoean from your ISP call us at (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many companies around the United States and we can help you. 

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Copyright & Software Settlemenets - Is this legal or civil extortion?Welcome to another exciting episode of Vondran Legal with Attorney Steve Vondran.IntroductionIn this episode we are talking about what happens when ypu complete a software licensing audit and are moving to get your case settled.  The intellectual property attorney for the software company (note it could be attorney for copyright bully in a BIttorrent illegal file sharing case) has been authorized by their client to settle the case confidentially, but then when it comes time to close the deal they say "do you want confidentiality for another $5,000."  Does this statement cross the line into the area of civil extortion?  Did they "good guy" just become the "bad guu."  In other words, is the representative requesting that you pay a fine, fee or penalty for them NOT TO EXPOSE THE SECRET THAT YOURT COMPANY WAS A SOFTWARE PIRATE?  This blog provides general legal information and is not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.More Resources1.  VIDEO: Are software audit settlements confidentialContact a Federal Copyright & Software Law FirmIf you need help dealing with a software audit letter, DMCA take down notice, Notice of copyright infringement or notice of subpoean from your ISP call us at (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many companies around the United States and we can help you. 

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What is a Subpoena and do you Squash it or Quash it?Civil lawyer Steve Vondran explains what it means to try to "quash" a subpoena.  For example, if you get a notice of copyright infringement from your ISP claiming you illegally downloaded music or videos and someone wants to sue you (ex. in A Bittorrent file sharing lawsuit), you may need to discuss with an intellectual property lawyer about whether or not you have grounds to QUASH the subpoena or not.  This podcast provides a general overview of the four common grounds to seek to set aside the subpoena so you do not have to respond to it.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.If you need help with a software audit, or Bittorent defense, contact us, we can review your options.  One of the main things to consider in P2P cases is whethere there is an "undue burden" or special privacy interest that can create a ground to ignore the subpoena.  This Vondran Legal Hour podcast will provide reference to FRCP 45. 

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What is a Subpoena and do you Squash it or Quash it?Civil lawyer Steve Vondran explains what it means to try to "quash" a subpoena.  For example, if you get a notice of copyright infringement from your ISP claiming you illegally downloaded music or videos and someone wants to sue you (ex. in A Bittorrent file sharing lawsuit), you may need to discuss with an intellectual property lawyer about whether or not you have grounds to QUASH the subpoena or not.  This podcast provides a general overview of the four common grounds to seek to set aside the subpoena so you do not have to respond to it.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice or a substitute for legal advice.If you need help with a software audit, or Bittorent defense, contact us, we can review your options.  One of the main things to consider in P2P cases is whethere there is an "undue burden" or special privacy interest that can create a ground to ignore the subpoena.  This Vondran Legal Hour podcast will provide reference to FRCP 45. 

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What is the Software & Information industry Association?Attorney Steve explains this industry tradegroup that monitors and enforces the intellectual property rights (i.e. copyrights) of its member companies and engages legal counsel to send out what's known as "voluntary audit letters" from regional law firms who then seek to have your company audits its books and records and submit valid proofs of purchase and licensing evidence to prove that you are paying for the software you are using to run your business.  If not, if you are "short" in your licensing, these IP lawyers will normally seek to force you into a settlement to pay for past infringing conduct, whcih they may refere to as "software piracy" or "copyroght ingringement."Our copyright law firms helps both copyright holders and those accused of ifnringement and so this podcast will help you understand the basics of who the SIIA is.  If you need help in a defending your business calll us at (877) 276-5084 or visit our Software Law Super Resource Center (link provided below).  Resources1.  VIDEO -- What you need to know about SIIA software audits2.  Tips to respond to a BSA or SIIA audit3.  POWERPOINT - Specific tips on handling case with Software & Information Industry Association  

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What is the Software & Information industry Association?Attorney Steve explains this industry tradegroup that monitors and enforces the intellectual property rights (i.e. copyrights) of its member companies and engages legal counsel to send out what's known as "voluntary audit letters" from regional law firms who then seek to have your company audits its books and records and submit valid proofs of purchase and licensing evidence to prove that you are paying for the software you are using to run your business.  If not, if you are "short" in your licensing, these IP lawyers will normally seek to force you into a settlement to pay for past infringing conduct, whcih they may refere to as "software piracy" or "copyroght ingringement."Our copyright law firms helps both copyright holders and those accused of ifnringement and so this podcast will help you understand the basics of who the SIIA is.  If you need help in a defending your business calll us at (877) 276-5084 or visit our Software Law Super Resource Center (link provided below).  Resources1.  VIDEO -- What you need to know about SIIA software audits2.  Tips to respond to a BSA or SIIA audit3.  POWERPOINT - Specific tips on handling case with Software & Information Industry Association  

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The legal side of software raidsAre software companies legally allowed to conduct a software raid on your business if they have a suspicion that your company is using software that is pirated, or illegally downloaded from file sharing websites such as "bittorrent" or others, or that you are using counterfeit software, or using crack-codes to run software without paying for it, and without a legal license?  This podcast from Steve Vondran, Esq. will address this key legal issue in general terms.As the podcast points out, normally you will have an Insider (often called the "informant") who may be motivated by revenge, a sense of fear for associating with copyright "pirates" or other reasons.  These informants can approach companies like the SIIA or the business software alliance and seek a reward for reporting privacy.  If the information is deemed credible (sometimes the secret informant may have taken a screenshot of the infringing conduct) a lawsuit could be filed (federal court is where copyright cases normally are filed), and an ex parte application for a "seizzure order" could be sought by the Plaintiff.  The judge will hold this to a high standard of review.  Listen to the podcast for more information. If you need help responding to a software audit letter, we can help as we have helped many other companies across the United States.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 to speak with a copyright lawyer now.Resources1.  Software Audit Resource Center2.  Copyright Bully Resource Center3.  The legal process of conducting a software raid 

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The legal side of software raidsAre software companies legally allowed to conduct a software raid on your business if they have a suspicion that your company is using software that is pirated, or illegally downloaded from file sharing websites such as "bittorrent" or others, or that you are using counterfeit software, or using crack-codes to run software without paying for it, and without a legal license?  This podcast from Steve Vondran, Esq. will address this key legal issue in general terms.As the podcast points out, normally you will have an Insider (often called the "informant") who may be motivated by revenge, a sense of fear for associating with copyright "pirates" or other reasons.  These informants can approach companies like the SIIA or the business software alliance and seek a reward for reporting privacy.  If the information is deemed credible (sometimes the secret informant may have taken a screenshot of the infringing conduct) a lawsuit could be filed (federal court is where copyright cases normally are filed), and an ex parte application for a "seizzure order" could be sought by the Plaintiff.  The judge will hold this to a high standard of review.  Listen to the podcast for more information. If you need help responding to a software audit letter, we can help as we have helped many other companies across the United States.  Call us at (877) 276-5084 to speak with a copyright lawyer now.Resources1.  Software Audit Resource Center2.  Copyright Bully Resource Center3.  The legal process of conducting a software raid 

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Software Compliance & Copyright Infringement Law - Things to know before you engage in a software audit with Microsoft, Autodesk, the SIIA or BSAThis podcast discusses the ESSENTIAL checklist you must go through line by line if you received an audit lettter asking you to engage in a "voluntary" audit of your computers, networks and servers and laptops of your business.  This is not fun and games when you get the "love letter" and you need to take this serious, especially since in most cases they will be implying that your company could be held liable for $150,000 in damages if you are using pirated or unlicensed software to run your business.This helpful guide will alert you to the things you need to be aware of.  Attorney Steve discusses these items very briefly so that you can understand what you are up against.  We hope you find this legal podcast helpful.  If so, please feel free to share it on your social media networks.This podcast has just the TOP 10 Questions. If you want to go over all the 30+ questions on our checklist click here.  If you need a free legal consultation (for Clients only, not other lawyers) contact us at (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many companies survive the audit process and negotiate confidential settlement agreements.Resources1.  Here is a link to our software licensing audit checklist on ScribD2.  Video discussing what is the Business Software Alliance3.  What is the SIIA explained in this video 

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Software Compliance & Copyright Infringement Law - Things to know before you engage in a software audit with Microsoft, Autodesk, the SIIA or BSAThis podcast discusses the ESSENTIAL checklist you must go through line by line if you received an audit lettter asking you to engage in a "voluntary" audit of your computers, networks and servers and laptops of your business.  This is not fun and games when you get the "love letter" and you need to take this serious, especially since in most cases they will be implying that your company could be held liable for $150,000 in damages if you are using pirated or unlicensed software to run your business.This helpful guide will alert you to the things you need to be aware of.  Attorney Steve discusses these items very briefly so that you can understand what you are up against.  We hope you find this legal podcast helpful.  If so, please feel free to share it on your social media networks.This podcast has just the TOP 10 Questions. If you want to go over all the 30+ questions on our checklist click here.  If you need a free legal consultation (for Clients only, not other lawyers) contact us at (877) 276-5084.  We have helped many companies survive the audit process and negotiate confidential settlement agreements.Resources1.  Here is a link to our software licensing audit checklist on ScribD2.  Video discussing what is the Business Software Alliance3.  What is the SIIA explained in this video 

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Illegal downloading of ographic moviesCopyright law is heating up with demand letters based on illegal downloading of adult ograpy on p2p file sharing websites such as BitTorrent.  Attorney Steve, the copyright lawyer discusses this interesting situation to be aware of when you are downloading and uploading movies, books, audio tapes, games (ex. xbox and playstation), software, comics, anime and other digital content where the copyrights are help by other persons.  We can help you explore your legal defenses and respond when you get a demand letter or infringement notice.  If you need help call us at (877) 276-5084.IMPORTANT RESOURCES (ATTORNEY STEVE VIDEOS)1.  What is a business software alliance audit? (illegal software downloads)2.  Bittorent Defense Resource Center (everything you need to help you if you received a subpoena notice from your ISP such as Comcast3.  Should you respond to a subpoena notice with a motion to quash

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Illegal downloading of ographic moviesCopyright law is heating up with demand letters based on illegal downloading of adult ograpy on p2p file sharing websites such as BitTorrent.  Attorney Steve, the copyright lawyer discusses this interesting situation to be aware of when you are downloading and uploading movies, books, audio tapes, games (ex. xbox and playstation), software, comics, anime and other digital content where the copyrights are help by other persons.  We can help you explore your legal defenses and respond when you get a demand letter or infringement notice.  If you need help call us at (877) 276-5084.IMPORTANT RESOURCES (ATTORNEY STEVE VIDEOS)1.  What is a business software alliance audit? (illegal software downloads)2.  Bittorent Defense Resource Center (everything you need to help you if you received a subpoena notice from your ISP such as Comcast3.  Should you respond to a subpoena notice with a motion to quash

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This Vondran Legal Hour podcast discusses the tort of defamation.

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This Vondran Legal Hour podcast discusses the tort of defamation.

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SIIA software defense law firmThe Software & Information Industry Association ("SIIA") is a private trade group (not law enforcement) that seeks to enforce the intellectual property rights (ex. copyrights in software programs) of its member companies such as Google, Facebook, Adobe and others.Copyright lawyer Steve Vondran discusses what this entity is, explains some sample members and discussses in general what to do if you receive a software audit letter from one of the SIIA member companies or their intellectual property lawyers.It is important to contact copyright counsel BEFORE you speak with the SIIA.  The things you say or disclose may come back to hurt the company and its officers and directors, especially if you admit to willful copyright infringement.  You could wind up paying huge damages and for some companies, they cannot afford it and may have to consider filing for bankrutpcy protection (Chapter 7, 11, or 13).Our goal as an IP law firm is to help mitigate against this risk and help companies limit their legal liablity for software infringement.  There are many different defenses that can be explored, and we discuss some of these on our Software Audit Resource Page.We offer LOW FLAT RATE LEGAL FEES, which for many companies is more affordable that paying a 10 or $20,000 retainer agreement to a copyright software firm that is going to bill you hourly on the case (which usually means it will drag on magically month after month sometimes with no visible end in sight).    

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SIIA software defense law firmThe Software & Information Industry Association ("SIIA") is a private trade group (not law enforcement) that seeks to enforce the intellectual property rights (ex. copyrights in software programs) of its member companies such as Google, Facebook, Adobe and others.Copyright lawyer Steve Vondran discusses what this entity is, explains some sample members and discussses in general what to do if you receive a software audit letter from one of the SIIA member companies or their intellectual property lawyers.It is important to contact copyright counsel BEFORE you speak with the SIIA.  The things you say or disclose may come back to hurt the company and its officers and directors, especially if you admit to willful copyright infringement.  You could wind up paying huge damages and for some companies, they cannot afford it and may have to consider filing for bankrutpcy protection (Chapter 7, 11, or 13).Our goal as an IP law firm is to help mitigate against this risk and help companies limit their legal liablity for software infringement.  There are many different defenses that can be explored, and we discuss some of these on our Software Audit Resource Page.We offer LOW FLAT RATE LEGAL FEES, which for many companies is more affordable that paying a 10 or $20,000 retainer agreement to a copyright software firm that is going to bill you hourly on the case (which usually means it will drag on magically month after month sometimes with no visible end in sight).    

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BSA Defense Lawyer discusses the Business Software Alliance ("BSA")When your company is involved in a software licensing audit with an industry trade organizaation such as the BSA, you need to know what you are up against, and what you will be dealing with.  You need to understand the issues and defenses.  Attorney Steve Vondran, the Software Lawyer, provides another great podcast, this time discussing the role of the Business Software Alliance.  We offer a wealth of free resources and information at our website Software Audit Lawyers.  We heop you enjoy this podcast.  Feel free to share in on your social media networks. Our firm handles federal copyright and trademark law, and internet law.  Call us (877) 276-5084.

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BSA Defense Lawyer discusses the Business Software Alliance ("BSA")When your company is involved in a software licensing audit with an industry trade organizaation such as the BSA, you need to know what you are up against, and what you will be dealing with.  You need to understand the issues and defenses.  Attorney Steve Vondran, the Software Lawyer, provides another great podcast, this time discussing the role of the Business Software Alliance.  We offer a wealth of free resources and information at our website Software Audit Lawyers.  We heop you enjoy this podcast.  Feel free to share in on your social media networks. Our firm handles federal copyright and trademark law, and internet law.  Call us (877) 276-5084.

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Software Audit Attorney InsightsOur firm has helped many different types of companies handle their software licensing infringment cases, whether the auditing company is Autodesk, Microsoft, Adobe, Bentley, BSA or SIIA or even a third party "software compliance group."  These cases are rarely as easy to resolve as some people think.  In this exciting episode of Vondran Legeal Hour, Attorney Steve Vondran discusses some things you might be in for if you decide to handle the case by yourself (which is certainly one of your options, but which may lead to a costly settlement at the hands of shrewd intellectual property lawyers who are usually skilled recovery experts.We are a leader in software audit defense.  We offer tenacious legal representation and low flat rate fees.  For more information visit our website at Software Audit Lawyers.   

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Software Audit Attorney InsightsOur firm has helped many different types of companies handle their software licensing infringment cases, whether the auditing company is Autodesk, Microsoft, Adobe, Bentley, BSA or SIIA or even a third party "software compliance group."  These cases are rarely as easy to resolve as some people think.  In this exciting episode of Vondran Legeal Hour, Attorney Steve Vondran discusses some things you might be in for if you decide to handle the case by yourself (which is certainly one of your options, but which may lead to a costly settlement at the hands of shrewd intellectual property lawyers who are usually skilled recovery experts.We are a leader in software audit defense.  We offer tenacious legal representation and low flat rate fees.  For more information visit our website at Software Audit Lawyers.   

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Negligence and Intentional Torts Laws in CaliforniaIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour Steve and Lisa discuss the Charlie Sheen case and California law relating to giving other people HIV, aids, herpers or other STD.  Some of the torts discussed are:1.  Negligence2.  Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress3.  Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress4.  Fraud5.  Civil battery.Civil extortion is always discussed.  As always, feel free to share this legal podcast on your social media networks.  We have written a blog about California laws in regard to legal issues involved with transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.  If you need a personal injury lawyer contact us at (877) 276-5084 or go to AskAttorneySteve.com   

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Negligence and Intentional Torts Laws in CaliforniaIn this episode of Vondran Legal Hour Steve and Lisa discuss the Charlie Sheen case and California law relating to giving other people HIV, aids, herpers or other STD.  Some of the torts discussed are:1.  Negligence2.  Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress3.  Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress4.  Fraud5.  Civil battery.Civil extortion is always discussed.  As always, feel free to share this legal podcast on your social media networks.  We have written a blog about California laws in regard to legal issues involved with transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.  If you need a personal injury lawyer contact us at (877) 276-5084 or go to AskAttorneySteve.com   

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What is a subpoena?Attorney Steve explains what a subpoena is and how to respond in this episode of "Vondran Legal Hour."  If yo uhave been served with a subpoena or need to serve one, we can help.  Find us on the web at www.AskAttorneySteve.comMotion to QuashWhen you are served with a subpoena, one thing you might need to do is to file a motion to quash.  This is a motion you file with the relevant court to demand that you do not have to follow the subpoena or respond to it.  You might also need to file a motion for a protective order (to limit the production or use of documents requested in the subpoena).  Our arbitration and litigation law firm can help you file or respond to these types of motions.Confidentiality AgreementsAnother possiblity when responding to a subpoena is to seek a confidentiality agreement with the party that served the subpoena.  in other words, reach a written agreement to limit how the produced documents are used in the litigation, and for example, to make sure the documents are shredded at the end.Request for Production of DocumentsWhere you have two parties litigating against each other in a case (ex. a Plaintiff vs. Defendant or Complainant vs. Respondent), you may be able to send the other party "request for production / inspection of documents.  This is basically the same thing as serving a subpoena.  As party to a case, they will usually be required to answer.Contact a business and real estate law firmIf you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit www.AskAttorneySteve.com.  Feel free to share this podcase on your social media networks. 

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What is a subpoena?Attorney Steve explains what a subpoena is and how to respond in this episode of "Vondran Legal Hour."  If yo uhave been served with a subpoena or need to serve one, we can help.  Find us on the web at www.AskAttorneySteve.comMotion to QuashWhen you are served with a subpoena, one thing you might need to do is to file a motion to quash.  This is a motion you file with the relevant court to demand that you do not have to follow the subpoena or respond to it.  You might also need to file a motion for a protective order (to limit the production or use of documents requested in the subpoena).  Our arbitration and litigation law firm can help you file or respond to these types of motions.Confidentiality AgreementsAnother possiblity when responding to a subpoena is to seek a confidentiality agreement with the party that served the subpoena.  in other words, reach a written agreement to limit how the produced documents are used in the litigation, and for example, to make sure the documents are shredded at the end.Request for Production of DocumentsWhere you have two parties litigating against each other in a case (ex. a Plaintiff vs. Defendant or Complainant vs. Respondent), you may be able to send the other party "request for production / inspection of documents.  This is basically the same thing as serving a subpoena.  As party to a case, they will usually be required to answer.Contact a business and real estate law firmIf you need help, call us at (877) 276-5084 or visit www.AskAttorneySteve.com.  Feel free to share this podcase on your social media networks. 

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Attorney Steve discusses the "office action letter" you might get from the USPTO if your trademark application (or servicemark) is intially denied.  If so, you will have 6 months to respond and cure the defects in your application, disclaimer certain things, provide a specimen etc.If you need help with intellectual property legal issues such as trademark (including trade dress), copyright, or trade secrets give us a call at (877) 276-5084 or go to AskAttorneySteve.com.We work with businesses large and small and offer flat rate legal fees for most of the projects we work on. 

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Attorney Steve discusses the "office action letter" you might get from the USPTO if your trademark application (or servicemark) is intially denied.  If so, you will have 6 months to respond and cure the defects in your application, disclaimer certain things, provide a specimen etc.If you need help with intellectual property legal issues such as trademark (including trade dress), copyright, or trade secrets give us a call at (877) 276-5084 or go to AskAttorneySteve.com.We work with businesses large and small and offer flat rate legal fees for most of the projects we work on. 

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Copyright Law Basics - The Fair Use DefenseThis Vondran Legal Hour podcast discusses things copyright holders must consider before firing off a DMCA take down notice.  The case of Lenz v. Universal Music Corporation has set the standard in the 9th circuit which means that copyright holders (artists, songrwriters, musicans, software and game developers, and others) must consider (and should document their findings as of a particular date) the FOUR FACTOR FAIR USE TEST before getting agressive to enforce their copyrights.Attorney Steve discusses this cutting edge intellectual property law issue. If you need help with DMCA take down notices, or responses, DMCA agent services, or copyright arbitration, mediation or litigation, call us at (877) 276-5084.  More information can be found at www.AskAttorneySteve.com.  Feel free to share this video on your social media networks.

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Copyright Law Basics - The Fair Use DefenseThis Vondran Legal Hour podcast discusses things copyright holders must consider before firing off a DMCA take down notice.  The case of Lenz v. Universal Music Corporation has set the standard in the 9th circuit which means that copyright holders (artists, songrwriters, musicans, software and game developers, and others) must consider (and should document their findings as of a particular date) the FOUR FACTOR FAIR USE TEST before getting agressive to enforce their copyrights.Attorney Steve discusses this cutting edge intellectual property law issue. If you need help with DMCA take down notices, or responses, DMCA agent services, or copyright arbitration, mediation or litigation, call us at (877) 276-5084.  More information can be found at www.AskAttorneySteve.com.  Feel free to share this video on your social media networks.

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This Vondran Legal Hour legal podcast discusses the role of the "informant" in software audit cases.  Some things to consider asking the opposing party (usually an intellectual property law firm) when faced with a voluntary audit:1.  Who is the informant?2.  What information did they give you?3.  We believe confidential trade secrets have been stolen (you are assisting that)4.  Did the informant sign a "declaration" under penalty of perjury?5.  How do you know they are telling the truth?6.  Is there a Civil RICO violation going on?7.  How can I be sure there is actually an "informant" and that this is not an illegal shake-down?8.  What is the "probable cause" evidence you have (this is a cirminal law term we have borrowed because it seems to make sense in softwrae licensing cases)Call us at (877) 276-5084.  Each case has its own factors that must be looked at.

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This Vondran Legal Hour legal podcast discusses the role of the "informant" in software audit cases.  Some things to consider asking the opposing party (usually an intellectual property law firm) when faced with a voluntary audit:1.  Who is the informant?2.  What information did they give you?3.  We believe confidential trade secrets have been stolen (you are assisting that)4.  Did the informant sign a "declaration" under penalty of perjury?5.  How do you know they are telling the truth?6.  Is there a Civil RICO violation going on?7.  How can I be sure there is actually an "informant" and that this is not an illegal shake-down?8.  What is the "probable cause" evidence you have (this is a cirminal law term we have borrowed because it seems to make sense in softwrae licensing cases)Call us at (877) 276-5084.  Each case has its own factors that must be looked at.

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Overview of Software Licensing AuditsEngineeer and Architechts be on notice - Autodesk, Adobe and Microsoft can audit your internal coroprate installations of Autocad software and make sure you have properly licensed, and are properly pahying for your companies usage of these companies software products.  Small to mid-size, and even large businesses in the archtiecture and engineering field are subject to a "voliuntary" (at risk of a federal copyright lawsuit) software audit if they are using unlicensed software.  The software companies and the BSA - the business software alliance - can find out about software infringement in many different ways.  This software law podcast will scrtach the surface on how the Autodesk audit works.  Attorney Steve Vondran is shooting this show from his office in San Francisco, California.  

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Overview of Software Licensing AuditsEngineeer and Architechts be on notice - Autodesk, Adobe and Microsoft can audit your internal coroprate installations of Autocad software and make sure you have properly licensed, and are properly pahying for your companies usage of these companies software products.  Small to mid-size, and even large businesses in the archtiecture and engineering field are subject to a "voliuntary" (at risk of a federal copyright lawsuit) software audit if they are using unlicensed software.  The software companies and the BSA - the business software alliance - can find out about software infringement in many different ways.  This software law podcast will scrtach the surface on how the Autodesk audit works.  Attorney Steve Vondran is shooting this show from his office in San Francisco, California.  

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This video discuss form interrogatories in California.  How do you respond to these?  What are they?  Attorney Steve, the business and real estate lawyer discusses.

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This video discuss form interrogatories in California.  How do you respond to these?  What are they?  Attorney Steve, the business and real estate lawyer discusses.

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Telephone Consumer Protection Act - [47 U.S.C. 227]We all hate those annoying phone calls from "robodialers" but did you know in some circumstances Plaintiffs can turn these pesky violations into nearly a quarter million dollars?  Listen to civil litigation attorney Steve Vondran explain the newest case to hit the press.  In this case, Judge Alvin Hellertsein of Manhatten Federal Court, ruled the violations were "particularly eggregious" and he tripled the $500 damage award making it $1,500 for EACH VIOLATION of the TCPA.  WOW.  Shows you if you are in marketing, there are some lines you should not cross, especially when they were CALLING THE WRONG PERSON.  Duh!

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Telephone Consumer Protection Act - [47 U.S.C. 227]We all hate those annoying phone calls from "robodialers" but did you know in some circumstances Plaintiffs can turn these pesky violations into nearly a quarter million dollars?  Listen to civil litigation attorney Steve Vondran explain the newest case to hit the press.  In this case, Judge Alvin Hellertsein of Manhatten Federal Court, ruled the violations were "particularly eggregious" and he tripled the $500 damage award making it $1,500 for EACH VIOLATION of the TCPA.  WOW.  Shows you if you are in marketing, there are some lines you should not cross, especially when they were CALLING THE WRONG PERSON.  Duh!

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This episode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses copyright infringement and whether or not you can go into bankruptcy and discharge a unsecured judgment for willful copyright infringement.  If you are accused of willful copyright infringement in a Microsoft software audit, or Autodesk or Bentley, call one of our intellectual property lawyers. We may be able to settle your case without trial, or if you are facing and adversary proceeding, we can represent both creditors and debtors in the intellectual property adversary proceeding.  BSA and SIIA software audits can impact the company and its officers and directors.

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This episode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses copyright infringement and whether or not you can go into bankruptcy and discharge a unsecured judgment for willful copyright infringement.  If you are accused of willful copyright infringement in a Microsoft software audit, or Autodesk or Bentley, call one of our intellectual property lawyers. We may be able to settle your case without trial, or if you are facing and adversary proceeding, we can represent both creditors and debtors in the intellectual property adversary proceeding.  BSA and SIIA software audits can impact the company and its officers and directors.

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Federal Copyright law - Software infringement defenses to allegations of willful copyright infringementOur intellectual property and copyright attorneys defend companies that are facing an Autodesk audit for AutoCad or Microsoft software audit.  This may arise as part of a BSA or SIIA audit or a standalone software audit.  When you are faced with a charge of federal copyright infringement, you need to take it serious and hire a lawyer to protect you, as an officer and director, and protect the company being accused of improper downloads and/or installations.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses common defenses that might arise in the type software audit case.  He also provides some tips and insights into the process.For more information, or to discuss our affordable fee structure, call (877) 276-5084 

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Federal Copyright law - Software infringement defenses to allegations of willful copyright infringementOur intellectual property and copyright attorneys defend companies that are facing an Autodesk audit for AutoCad or Microsoft software audit.  This may arise as part of a BSA or SIIA audit or a standalone software audit.  When you are faced with a charge of federal copyright infringement, you need to take it serious and hire a lawyer to protect you, as an officer and director, and protect the company being accused of improper downloads and/or installations.In this episode of Vondran Legal Hour, Attorney Steve discusses common defenses that might arise in the type software audit case.  He also provides some tips and insights into the process.For more information, or to discuss our affordable fee structure, call (877) 276-5084 

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Maricopa County Arizona has launched a new "business court" where only commercial, business and commercial real estate disputes will be heard,  Some cases have to have a miminum $50,000 amount in controversy requirement.  Some dont. Tytpes of cases that can be heard in this court polit program are breach of contract, UCC, trade secret theft,, copyright, trademark, unfair competition and more.  Listen to Attorney Steve describe the two types of cases that can be heard.Feel free to share this podcast in your social media network.  Give us a link back to AskAttorneySteve.comI hope you enjoy this.  Let me konw what else you would like to hear. 

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Maricopa County Arizona has launched a new "business court" where only commercial, business and commercial real estate disputes will be heard,  Some cases have to have a miminum $50,000 amount in controversy requirement.  Some dont. Tytpes of cases that can be heard in this court polit program are breach of contract, UCC, trade secret theft,, copyright, trademark, unfair competition and more.  Listen to Attorney Steve describe the two types of cases that can be heard.Feel free to share this podcast in your social media network.  Give us a link back to AskAttorneySteve.comI hope you enjoy this.  Let me konw what else you would like to hear. 

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IntroductionWhen you are involved as a Plaintiff in a financial elder abuse case in California, you need to understand the pre-judgement writ of attachment process.  This legal procedure allows you to go after the assets of one or more defendants and levy personal and real property BEFORE the case is over if the judge approves and signs the order of attachment.  This real estate law podcast discusses this interesting concept that every litigator should be aware of.Once the writ of attachment issues, or before, the Plaintiff will need to consider posting a civil bond.  Attorney Steve discusses this requirement.  The writ of attachment is a powerful tool that can potentially facilitatie early settlement in financial elder abuse cases involving:1.  Car, boat and RV dealerships2.  Real estate brokers, agents, salespersons, and realtors3.  Predatory attorneys and law firms (ex. real estate lawyers, estate planning attorneys, etc.)4.  Insurance brokers 5.  Financial planners6.  Stock brokers7.  Caretakers and family members that abuse power of attorneyThese are just a sample of the types of case where seeking a pre-judgment writ of attachment might help you win your lawsuit.Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses.  Feel free to share this podcast on your social media networks.To have your case reviewed contact (877) 276-5084 or visit SeniorCareAttorneys.com   

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IntroductionWhen you are involved as a Plaintiff in a financial elder abuse case in California, you need to understand the pre-judgement writ of attachment process.  This legal procedure allows you to go after the assets of one or more defendants and levy personal and real property BEFORE the case is over if the judge approves and signs the order of attachment.  This real estate law podcast discusses this interesting concept that every litigator should be aware of.Once the writ of attachment issues, or before, the Plaintiff will need to consider posting a civil bond.  Attorney Steve discusses this requirement.  The writ of attachment is a powerful tool that can potentially facilitatie early settlement in financial elder abuse cases involving:1.  Car, boat and RV dealerships2.  Real estate brokers, agents, salespersons, and realtors3.  Predatory attorneys and law firms (ex. real estate lawyers, estate planning attorneys, etc.)4.  Insurance brokers 5.  Financial planners6.  Stock brokers7.  Caretakers and family members that abuse power of attorneyThese are just a sample of the types of case where seeking a pre-judgment writ of attachment might help you win your lawsuit.Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses.  Feel free to share this podcast on your social media networks.To have your case reviewed contact (877) 276-5084 or visit SeniorCareAttorneys.com   

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IntroductionWhen you are involved in real estate litigation that affects title or possession to real property, you need to know what a lis pendens is and how it works.  You need to understand what it means to "cloud title" and what it means to "slander title."  These are very important real estate concepts that every litigator and land owner should be aware of.Attorney Steve, the real estate lawyer, gives you the legal definition of lis pendens and explains the process to follow to get this document recorded with the County Recorder's office to assist you in your state or federal litigation case.  For more information visit LisPendensLawyer.com.  We have sample documents you can view including a notice of pendency of action and a withdrawal of lis pendens which is used after your case is settled or dismissed.Keep in mind the motion to expunge a lis pendens is always possible if the lis pendens procedure is being used for an improper purpose. This can subject the filing party to an action for attorney fees.

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IntroductionWhen you are involved in real estate litigation that affects title or possession to real property, you need to know what a lis pendens is and how it works.  You need to understand what it means to "cloud title" and what it means to "slander title."  These are very important real estate concepts that every litigator and land owner should be aware of.Attorney Steve, the real estate lawyer, gives you the legal definition of lis pendens and explains the process to follow to get this document recorded with the County Recorder's office to assist you in your state or federal litigation case.  For more information visit LisPendensLawyer.com.  We have sample documents you can view including a notice of pendency of action and a withdrawal of lis pendens which is used after your case is settled or dismissed.Keep in mind the motion to expunge a lis pendens is always possible if the lis pendens procedure is being used for an improper purpose. This can subject the filing party to an action for attorney fees.

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IntroductionFinancial elder abuse is on the rise in California.  People are living longer due to advances in science, medicine, health, fitness and nutrition.  At the same time, "seniors" (those over 65 years of age - which is still relatively "young" if you think about it) are some of the sole survivors of the "mortgage meltdown" and they are oftens the victims of financial fraud and "elder abuse."  This husband and wife podcast discusses what elder abuse is, how to spot it, and the types of legal claims we handle as a California financial elder abuse law firm.Common perpetrators of financial elder abuse 1.  Attorneys (these professionals are in a position of "trust" and "confidence" and can unduly influence, coerce,  misinform and cause seniors to make very bad financial decisions that can affect real estate, and stock portfolios).  Attorney malpractice is another common claim in this area.  We have seen "counseling" that has resulted in the loss of substantial equity in residential and commercial real estate estate.2.  Car dealerships (Car dealerships can try to "steal your trade" or engage in "bait and swtich advertising" or sock you away in a car loan that3.  Friends4. Insurance5. Family (kids who see their parents as easy targets).  6.  Mortgage brokers (lenders and loan officers can sock a senior away - and take exorbitant loan fees - to steer an elder into an unconscionable predatory loan (ex. a negative amrotization or "option arm loan") or fail to advise as to the advisability (or non-advisablity) of a reverse mortgage.  These fees can be "taken" in bad faith resulting in serious daamges to an elder.

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IntroductionFinancial elder abuse is on the rise in California.  People are living longer due to advances in science, medicine, health, fitness and nutrition.  At the same time, "seniors" (those over 65 years of age - which is still relatively "young" if you think about it) are some of the sole survivors of the "mortgage meltdown" and they are oftens the victims of financial fraud and "elder abuse."  This husband and wife podcast discusses what elder abuse is, how to spot it, and the types of legal claims we handle as a California financial elder abuse law firm.Common perpetrators of financial elder abuse 1.  Attorneys (these professionals are in a position of "trust" and "confidence" and can unduly influence, coerce,  misinform and cause seniors to make very bad financial decisions that can affect real estate, and stock portfolios).  Attorney malpractice is another common claim in this area.  We have seen "counseling" that has resulted in the loss of substantial equity in residential and commercial real estate estate.2.  Car dealerships (Car dealerships can try to "steal your trade" or engage in "bait and swtich advertising" or sock you away in a car loan that3.  Friends4. Insurance5. Family (kids who see their parents as easy targets).  6.  Mortgage brokers (lenders and loan officers can sock a senior away - and take exorbitant loan fees - to steer an elder into an unconscionable predatory loan (ex. a negative amrotization or "option arm loan") or fail to advise as to the advisability (or non-advisablity) of a reverse mortgage.  These fees can be "taken" in bad faith resulting in serious daamges to an elder.

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Legal insights regarding Autodesk Software Licensing AuditsThis episode of Vondran Legal Hour deals with tips for those companies facing Autodesk Audits.  Software licensing compliance can be complicated and frustrating, but Attorney Steve explains the process of undergoing a BSA software licensing audit with the architecht and engineering software Autodesk, which has over 10 million users.For more information about our services in the software licensing legal compliance visit our website Software Audits.

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Legal insights regarding Autodesk Software Licensing AuditsThis episode of Vondran Legal Hour deals with tips for those companies facing Autodesk Audits.  Software licensing compliance can be complicated and frustrating, but Attorney Steve explains the process of undergoing a BSA software licensing audit with the architecht and engineering software Autodesk, which has over 10 million users.For more information about our services in the software licensing legal compliance visit our website Software Audits.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2015/02/20/autodesk-audit-tips Fri, 20 Feb 2015 09:30:00 -0800 637 bsa,audit,tips,software,survival false California Real Estate Brokers acting as lawyers in Small Claims Court? California Real Estate Brokers acting as lawyers in Small Claims Court? Send us Fan Mail

Can a real estate broker represent a California property owner in a small claims court in a dispute involving the property?Yes.  Under the California Code of Civil Procedure, there is a way that a real estate broker (property management) can represent the property owner.California Code of Civil Procedure Section 116.540CCP 116.540 states:(h) A party who is an owner of rental real property may appear and participate in a small claims action through a property agent under contract with the owner to manage the rental of that property, if :(1) the owner has retained the property agent principally to manage the rental of that property and not principally to represent the owner in small claims court,and(2) the claim relates to the rental property.This section allows a California property management company to appear in small claims court on behalf of the owner of the property in landlord-tenant related lawsuits.Should a property owner represent an owner in small claims court?This could be a source of revenue for the property management broker, but could also present risks of negligence, and breach of fiduciary duty.Listen to the show as Attorney Steve describes the legal risks.Do I need a special clause for small claims representation in my broker property management agreements?It would be wise, listen to the show to hear Attorney Steve's general comments on this topic. 

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Can a real estate broker represent a California property owner in a small claims court in a dispute involving the property?Yes.  Under the California Code of Civil Procedure, there is a way that a real estate broker (property management) can represent the property owner.California Code of Civil Procedure Section 116.540CCP 116.540 states:(h) A party who is an owner of rental real property may appear and participate in a small claims action through a property agent under contract with the owner to manage the rental of that property, if :(1) the owner has retained the property agent principally to manage the rental of that property and not principally to represent the owner in small claims court,and(2) the claim relates to the rental property.This section allows a California property management company to appear in small claims court on behalf of the owner of the property in landlord-tenant related lawsuits.Should a property owner represent an owner in small claims court?This could be a source of revenue for the property management broker, but could also present risks of negligence, and breach of fiduciary duty.Listen to the show as Attorney Steve describes the legal risks.Do I need a special clause for small claims representation in my broker property management agreements?It would be wise, listen to the show to hear Attorney Steve's general comments on this topic. 

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Cumis Counsel LawyerWhat is cumis counsel?Sometimes in your practice of real estate (ex. as a property manager, commercial real estate or residential agent, or mortgage loan originator) you will be sued for your role in the transaction.  A plaintiff in a civil lawsuit might sue you for any or more of the following:FraudConstructive FraudBreach of ContractNegligenceFinancial Elder AbuseMisrepresentationBreach of fiduciary dutyThese are just some of the common lawsuits (and requests for arbitration) that I see being filed against California real estate brokers and their companies.  When this happens, your errors & omissions insurance policy (ex. CRES or Lloyd’s of London) will normally cover you FOR COVERED CLAIMS ONLY.For example, in the above scenario, they may cover you ONLY for the Negligence cause of action.  They may issue you a “reservation of rights” letter informing you that they will not cover the fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, or financial elder abuse claim, and they reserve their rights to come back TO YOU AND SEEK INDEMINIFICATION FOR THEIR LOSSES.Such a letter indicates a potential conflict of interest, and may entitle you to a “cumis counsel lawyer” at the insurance companies expense.Listen in to this great show with Attorney Steve and Frontline Lisee!

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Cumis Counsel LawyerWhat is cumis counsel?Sometimes in your practice of real estate (ex. as a property manager, commercial real estate or residential agent, or mortgage loan originator) you will be sued for your role in the transaction.  A plaintiff in a civil lawsuit might sue you for any or more of the following:FraudConstructive FraudBreach of ContractNegligenceFinancial Elder AbuseMisrepresentationBreach of fiduciary dutyThese are just some of the common lawsuits (and requests for arbitration) that I see being filed against California real estate brokers and their companies.  When this happens, your errors & omissions insurance policy (ex. CRES or Lloyd’s of London) will normally cover you FOR COVERED CLAIMS ONLY.For example, in the above scenario, they may cover you ONLY for the Negligence cause of action.  They may issue you a “reservation of rights” letter informing you that they will not cover the fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, or financial elder abuse claim, and they reserve their rights to come back TO YOU AND SEEK INDEMINIFICATION FOR THEIR LOSSES.Such a letter indicates a potential conflict of interest, and may entitle you to a “cumis counsel lawyer” at the insurance companies expense.Listen in to this great show with Attorney Steve and Frontline Lisee!

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Reverse domain name hijacking overviewThis epsiode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses the growing phenomena of the "trademark bully."  This show is general legal information only and not legal advice.  A trademark bully is a company that owns a federally registered trademark that believes it can force other pcmpanies (by use of threats, intimidation, fear, and express or implied threats of litigation) to force you to turn over control of your property (i.e. your domain name) to them, usually free of charge.  This type of acticity raises issues over Civil Extortion, RICO, and may raise an issue over legal damages under the Anti-Cybersquatting Consumer Protection Act ("ACPA").  This is serious business and you should not take this lighlty if you recieve a cease and desist letter from these companies demadning that you succumb to them because they have a trademark.  These types of over-reaching activities should be challenged and exposed.Attorney Steve Vondran is an eCOmmerce, Internet & Intellectual Property Lawyer who fights for the fair and legitimate intellectual rights of parties.  We represent both trademark holders and those being unfairly bullied.  We can represent you in domain name disputes (UDRP), internet law litigation, ACPA reverse domain name hijacking lawsuits, and buying and selling of domain names, or businesses with domain names 

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Reverse domain name hijacking overviewThis epsiode of Vondran Legal Hour discusses the growing phenomena of the "trademark bully."  This show is general legal information only and not legal advice.  A trademark bully is a company that owns a federally registered trademark that believes it can force other pcmpanies (by use of threats, intimidation, fear, and express or implied threats of litigation) to force you to turn over control of your property (i.e. your domain name) to them, usually free of charge.  This type of acticity raises issues over Civil Extortion, RICO, and may raise an issue over legal damages under the Anti-Cybersquatting Consumer Protection Act ("ACPA").  This is serious business and you should not take this lighlty if you recieve a cease and desist letter from these companies demadning that you succumb to them because they have a trademark.  These types of over-reaching activities should be challenged and exposed.Attorney Steve Vondran is an eCOmmerce, Internet & Intellectual Property Lawyer who fights for the fair and legitimate intellectual rights of parties.  We represent both trademark holders and those being unfairly bullied.  We can represent you in domain name disputes (UDRP), internet law litigation, ACPA reverse domain name hijacking lawsuits, and buying and selling of domain names, or businesses with domain names 

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2014/11/26/reverse-domain-name-hijacking-explained Wed, 26 Nov 2014 10:00:00 -0800 444 false California civil code section 1542 defined California civil code section 1542 defined Send us Fan Mail

Demsystifying California Civil Code Section 1542 release agreementsCalifornia litigation attorney Steve Vondran discusses the 1542 general release that pops up in business, real estate, personal injury and intellectual property settlements in CA.  From settling a wrongful foreclosure case to a copyright or breach of contract, a settlement agreement will normally ask you to "waive all your claims whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, and waive any and all rights under section 1542."  The Vondran Legal Hour podcast show discusses what the waiver of 1542 civil code is, and how to be careful in reviewing your settlement agreements.  You should contact us for a low flat rate fee legal consultation:1.  Before you sign any settlement agreements;2.  Before you think about filing a new state or federal lawsuit where you have previously waived section 1542 rights.It's very important to understand that there can be grounds to try to "break," "bust" or "invalidate" 1542 release including (fraud, economic duress, mistake, misapprehension, bad timing, financial elder abuse) and others.  Steve Vondran, the business and real estate lawyer touches on these in this litigation warrior podcast.

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Demsystifying California Civil Code Section 1542 release agreementsCalifornia litigation attorney Steve Vondran discusses the 1542 general release that pops up in business, real estate, personal injury and intellectual property settlements in CA.  From settling a wrongful foreclosure case to a copyright or breach of contract, a settlement agreement will normally ask you to "waive all your claims whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, and waive any and all rights under section 1542."  The Vondran Legal Hour podcast show discusses what the waiver of 1542 civil code is, and how to be careful in reviewing your settlement agreements.  You should contact us for a low flat rate fee legal consultation:1.  Before you sign any settlement agreements;2.  Before you think about filing a new state or federal lawsuit where you have previously waived section 1542 rights.It's very important to understand that there can be grounds to try to "break," "bust" or "invalidate" 1542 release including (fraud, economic duress, mistake, misapprehension, bad timing, financial elder abuse) and others.  Steve Vondran, the business and real estate lawyer touches on these in this litigation warrior podcast.

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California Civil Code 2924.19 definedAttorney Steve Vondran explains what California Civil Code Section 2924.19 means.  This is a part of the California Homeowner's Bill of Rights ("HBOR") and is a remedy provision for dealing with "material" violations of the law.  There is a difference between whether or not you file suit before a non-judicial foreclosure sale (seek a TRO, Injunction, file lis pendens and seek attorney fees).  Post-sale, your rights might be limited to seeking damages, and attorney fees.  If you can show willful, reckless, or intentional misconduct you can seek triple (or "treble") actual damages (meaning three times whatever your damages are), or $50,000 in statutory damages, whichever is greater.  The HBOR is a very important law that could give you significant legal rights when you are facing the loss of your home.  If you are facing "dual tracking" problems, or violations of Cal. civ. code 2923.5 or believe you have robosigned documents (inaccurate and incomplete documents, or filing foreclosure documents where the documents are not based on competent and reliable evidence, and/or the right to foreclose is not property substantiated), these things can create grounds to file a state or federal lawsuit against your lender, loan servicer, beneficiary, or their authoritzed agents.

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California Civil Code 2924.19 definedAttorney Steve Vondran explains what California Civil Code Section 2924.19 means.  This is a part of the California Homeowner's Bill of Rights ("HBOR") and is a remedy provision for dealing with "material" violations of the law.  There is a difference between whether or not you file suit before a non-judicial foreclosure sale (seek a TRO, Injunction, file lis pendens and seek attorney fees).  Post-sale, your rights might be limited to seeking damages, and attorney fees.  If you can show willful, reckless, or intentional misconduct you can seek triple (or "treble") actual damages (meaning three times whatever your damages are), or $50,000 in statutory damages, whichever is greater.  The HBOR is a very important law that could give you significant legal rights when you are facing the loss of your home.  If you are facing "dual tracking" problems, or violations of Cal. civ. code 2923.5 or believe you have robosigned documents (inaccurate and incomplete documents, or filing foreclosure documents where the documents are not based on competent and reliable evidence, and/or the right to foreclose is not property substantiated), these things can create grounds to file a state or federal lawsuit against your lender, loan servicer, beneficiary, or their authoritzed agents.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2014/11/22/california-civil-code-section-292419-defined Sat, 22 Nov 2014 13:30:00 -0800 554 injunction,tro,foreclosure,attorney fees,chbor false What to do if you are charged with copyright infringement for pornography videos What to do if you are charged with copyright infringement for pornography videos Send us Fan Mail

Attorney Steve Vondran discusses copyright infringement lawsuits.  Legal issues that arise when you download copyrighted videos on the internet without paying for them.

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Attorney Steve Vondran discusses copyright infringement lawsuits.  Legal issues that arise when you download copyrighted videos on the internet without paying for them.

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Federal Copyright Lawyer Steve Vondran discusses the general concept of willful copyright infringement.Whether you are a Plaintiff who holds a federal copyright, or a Defendant being sued for Federal Copyright Infringement you need to understand the general definition of willfullness in a copyright case.You also need to understand that if a Plaintiff proves willful infringement that you can be held liabile for up to $150,000 per act of infringement.  These are a staggering amount of legal exposure for any company or individual to bear.

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Federal Copyright Lawyer Steve Vondran discusses the general concept of willful copyright infringement.Whether you are a Plaintiff who holds a federal copyright, or a Defendant being sued for Federal Copyright Infringement you need to understand the general definition of willfullness in a copyright case.You also need to understand that if a Plaintiff proves willful infringement that you can be held liabile for up to $150,000 per act of infringement.  These are a staggering amount of legal exposure for any company or individual to bear.

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Attorney Steve Vondran discusses insurance subrogation waivers (contractual waivers often found in commercial property leases and contractor agreements).  In most cases courts will uphold the language of contractual limits on liability.  Courts do not like to re-write contracts.  However, in some subrogation cases the carrier may be presented with facts that suggest gross negligence (failure to exercise even a minimal standard of care) and such limititations on liability (precluding subrogation) could possibly be held void per public policy. 

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Attorney Steve Vondran discusses insurance subrogation waivers (contractual waivers often found in commercial property leases and contractor agreements).  In most cases courts will uphold the language of contractual limits on liability.  Courts do not like to re-write contracts.  However, in some subrogation cases the carrier may be presented with facts that suggest gross negligence (failure to exercise even a minimal standard of care) and such limititations on liability (precluding subrogation) could possibly be held void per public policy. 

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Are parents responsible for the online conduct of their kids?  Attorney Steve weighs in on this extremely important "digital age" legal topic.  Your kids need to understand basic digital etiquette and what's at stake if they go around bullying or intimdating people online, even if it is just a prank.  If the parents know about something and don't take corrective measures, they might find themselves in a position facing a state or federal lawsuit for the acitivites on facebook, youtube, twitter, instagram, text messaging, or even email, carried out by their kids.  For example, if your kids engage in cyberbullying or copryight infringement, could the parents be sued?  Could this lead to suspension at school?It is always important to undertand that in our litigious world anyone can be sued for anything, so it is crucial that you build a relationship with your kids, understand them as people, but also to understand what they are doing online.You owe it to them to protect their brand and their reputation as one screw up can leave them dealing with negative internet publicity, dealing with lawsuits and potentially impacting their future career potential.Bookmark this episode and share it with your friends and family. 

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Are parents responsible for the online conduct of their kids?  Attorney Steve weighs in on this extremely important "digital age" legal topic.  Your kids need to understand basic digital etiquette and what's at stake if they go around bullying or intimdating people online, even if it is just a prank.  If the parents know about something and don't take corrective measures, they might find themselves in a position facing a state or federal lawsuit for the acitivites on facebook, youtube, twitter, instagram, text messaging, or even email, carried out by their kids.  For example, if your kids engage in cyberbullying or copryight infringement, could the parents be sued?  Could this lead to suspension at school?It is always important to undertand that in our litigious world anyone can be sued for anything, so it is crucial that you build a relationship with your kids, understand them as people, but also to understand what they are doing online.You owe it to them to protect their brand and their reputation as one screw up can leave them dealing with negative internet publicity, dealing with lawsuits and potentially impacting their future career potential.Bookmark this episode and share it with your friends and family. 

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Today's Vondran Legal Hour will focus on the issue of BSA software audits, federal copyright infringement and Rosetta Stone software (the language learning software).Are your employees putting your company at risk of federal copyright infringement as they try to boost their resumes on your dime?Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses this intellectual property topic.     

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Today's Vondran Legal Hour will focus on the issue of BSA software audits, federal copyright infringement and Rosetta Stone software (the language learning software).Are your employees putting your company at risk of federal copyright infringement as they try to boost their resumes on your dime?Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses this intellectual property topic.     

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2014/10/16/copyright-infringement-by-employees Thu, 16 Oct 2014 11:30:00 -0700 550 bsa,siia,software,audit,rosetta false Vernon v. Autodesk Vernon v. Autodesk Send us Fan Mail

Vernon v. AutodeskThis episode of Vondran Legal Hour features an overview of the case of Vernon v. Autodesk and asks and answers the question of "Can I buy software at a garage or office sale and sell it on an internet auction website such as eBay without risking federal copyright infringement?"This is a very imporant question, and often misunderstood.  Most people think when they "buy" software that they become the "owner" of the software and thus have a legal right to sell the software online.  This is not always true and it is very important to look at the terms of the Software Licensing Ageement.If you are acting outside the scope of the licensing agreement, you may winde up posting the software for sale on your eBay "power seller" account only to find out the software company sends out a "take down" notice that might result in getting your eBay account (or Amazon.com account) shut down.Federal Copyeright law protects software products and the members of the Business Software Alliance ("BSA") which is comprised of some of the largest software companies in the world - such as Adobe, Microsoft, Autodesk, Apple, Bentley, Symantec etc., take issues of alleged "software piracy" very serious.  They even have an "anti-piracy" hotline that gives rewards to ex-employees who blow the whistle on their employers use of unilcensed (meaning unpaid for) software, or the failure to purchase the software from authorized resellers.  

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Vernon v. AutodeskThis episode of Vondran Legal Hour features an overview of the case of Vernon v. Autodesk and asks and answers the question of "Can I buy software at a garage or office sale and sell it on an internet auction website such as eBay without risking federal copyright infringement?"This is a very imporant question, and often misunderstood.  Most people think when they "buy" software that they become the "owner" of the software and thus have a legal right to sell the software online.  This is not always true and it is very important to look at the terms of the Software Licensing Ageement.If you are acting outside the scope of the licensing agreement, you may winde up posting the software for sale on your eBay "power seller" account only to find out the software company sends out a "take down" notice that might result in getting your eBay account (or Amazon.com account) shut down.Federal Copyeright law protects software products and the members of the Business Software Alliance ("BSA") which is comprised of some of the largest software companies in the world - such as Adobe, Microsoft, Autodesk, Apple, Bentley, Symantec etc., take issues of alleged "software piracy" very serious.  They even have an "anti-piracy" hotline that gives rewards to ex-employees who blow the whistle on their employers use of unilcensed (meaning unpaid for) software, or the failure to purchase the software from authorized resellers.  

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2014/10/14/vernon-v-autodesk Tue, 14 Oct 2014 08:00:00 -0700 405 eBay,BSA,SIIA,audit,software false Insurance Subrogation FAQ Insurance Subrogation FAQ Send us Fan Mail

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT INSURANCE SUBROGATIONInsurance Subrogation Lawyer Carl Guerrieri discusses an overview of insurance subrogation law.  Here are a few of the questions that we intend to cover.1.  What is Insurance Subrogation?2.  What is the difference between insurance subrogation and indemnification?3.  What must an insurance carriers lawyer establish to prove up a claim for insurance subrogation?4.  What are the typical types of damages that arise in a subro case?5.  Explain the basic process of initiating an insurance suborgation claim from beginning to end?6.  What are the common types of water damage cases?7.  What are the common types of fire damage cases?8.  Explain a typical products defect insurance subrogation case.9.  What types of damages are recoverable to an insurance carrier in an insurance subro case?10.  Explain the importance of retaining the right insurance subrogation expert.These are some of the basic topics we will cover.  Attorney Steve discusses this important legal topic every lawyer, law student, and insurance carrier should have a basic working knowledge of.  The time you spend on this educational video will be well worth it.  Do we charge you to listen to our legal knowledge updates?  Nope.  This is Vondran Legal, and this is not your daddy's law firm.Our firm handles insurance subrogation cases in California and Arizona.  We have offices in Phoenix, San Diego, Newport Beach, Beverly Hills and San Francisco.  Contact us at (877) 276-5084 or visit VondranLegal.    

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT INSURANCE SUBROGATIONInsurance Subrogation Lawyer Carl Guerrieri discusses an overview of insurance subrogation law.  Here are a few of the questions that we intend to cover.1.  What is Insurance Subrogation?2.  What is the difference between insurance subrogation and indemnification?3.  What must an insurance carriers lawyer establish to prove up a claim for insurance subrogation?4.  What are the typical types of damages that arise in a subro case?5.  Explain the basic process of initiating an insurance suborgation claim from beginning to end?6.  What are the common types of water damage cases?7.  What are the common types of fire damage cases?8.  Explain a typical products defect insurance subrogation case.9.  What types of damages are recoverable to an insurance carrier in an insurance subro case?10.  Explain the importance of retaining the right insurance subrogation expert.These are some of the basic topics we will cover.  Attorney Steve discusses this important legal topic every lawyer, law student, and insurance carrier should have a basic working knowledge of.  The time you spend on this educational video will be well worth it.  Do we charge you to listen to our legal knowledge updates?  Nope.  This is Vondran Legal, and this is not your daddy's law firm.Our firm handles insurance subrogation cases in California and Arizona.  We have offices in Phoenix, San Diego, Newport Beach, Beverly Hills and San Francisco.  Contact us at (877) 276-5084 or visit VondranLegal.    

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California wage and hour laws (Labor laws) are used to score a big victory in a lawsuit filed against the Oakland Raiders in Alameda Superior Court.On this husband and wife podcast, Attorney Steve and Frontline Lisee discuss the ins and outs of this amusing entertainment law case that nettedd 1.25 for the Raiderettes!For more information about sports litigation check out our homepage. 

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California wage and hour laws (Labor laws) are used to score a big victory in a lawsuit filed against the Oakland Raiders in Alameda Superior Court.On this husband and wife podcast, Attorney Steve and Frontline Lisee discuss the ins and outs of this amusing entertainment law case that nettedd 1.25 for the Raiderettes!For more information about sports litigation check out our homepage. 

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We are running a special for Attorney Steve internet defamation take-down letters.If your business or brand is being defamed on the internet, you should give us a call.Defamation is a false statement of fact about a person or business in a manner that causes them legal damages.Listen in to this show as Attorney Steve announces his new Digital Defamation legal offering.You can read more about defamation by going to our internet law supersite!  

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We are running a special for Attorney Steve internet defamation take-down letters.If your business or brand is being defamed on the internet, you should give us a call.Defamation is a false statement of fact about a person or business in a manner that causes them legal damages.Listen in to this show as Attorney Steve announces his new Digital Defamation legal offering.You can read more about defamation by going to our internet law supersite!  

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The "Copyright trolls" are out in full voice.  Trying to shake down your business when you inadvertently use a copyrighted photo on your commercial business websites.This is a very serious issue as a copyright lawsuit could be assserted against your business which could literally put your company out of business.Some people call it extortion, but then again the copyright holders do have a bundle of rights in their copyrighted works.Attorney Steve, the IP and Technology lawyer discusses this hot topic that affects businesses of all kind, whether real estate broker, technology company, internet company or traditiional brick and mortar.Enjoy!Attorney Steve

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The "Copyright trolls" are out in full voice.  Trying to shake down your business when you inadvertently use a copyrighted photo on your commercial business websites.This is a very serious issue as a copyright lawsuit could be assserted against your business which could literally put your company out of business.Some people call it extortion, but then again the copyright holders do have a bundle of rights in their copyrighted works.Attorney Steve, the IP and Technology lawyer discusses this hot topic that affects businesses of all kind, whether real estate broker, technology company, internet company or traditiional brick and mortar.Enjoy!Attorney Steve

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2014/05/19/copyright-infringement-lawyer-says-be-careful-about-using-pictures-on-website Mon, 19 May 2014 09:00:00 -0700 610 copyright,lawyer,infringement,troll,lawsuit false BSA software audits can disrupt your business and create serious legal liability BSA software audits can disrupt your business and create serious legal liability Send us Fan Mail

Software Lawyer discusses the Business Software Alliance and BSA Audits.Attorney Steve the business and real estate lawyer tackles this important information technology & software law issue.  These types of issues can have a very serious impact on your business.  What is a Business Software Alliance software audit?  Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses this concept on his eBusiness legal show.  If you have a business (whether a technology or other company that uses software in the running of the business - this includes a lot of real estate companies I know) you need to be very careful to make sure all the software is properly paid for, licensed, and that you have proof of purchase from authorized resellers and that the software is properly licensed to your specific business.  The liability that can result from copyright infringment or copyright piracy is huge.

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Software Lawyer discusses the Business Software Alliance and BSA Audits.Attorney Steve the business and real estate lawyer tackles this important information technology & software law issue.  These types of issues can have a very serious impact on your business.  What is a Business Software Alliance software audit?  Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses this concept on his eBusiness legal show.  If you have a business (whether a technology or other company that uses software in the running of the business - this includes a lot of real estate companies I know) you need to be very careful to make sure all the software is properly paid for, licensed, and that you have proof of purchase from authorized resellers and that the software is properly licensed to your specific business.  The liability that can result from copyright infringment or copyright piracy is huge.

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California real estate dual agency law can be confusing.  You want to represent both a seller and buyer in a real estate transaction.  Can you do it?  If so, what California dual agency rules do you need to keep in mind in order to stay out of a BRE (Bureau of Real Estate) accusation or civil lawsuit for breach of fiduciary duties?Listen in as Attorney Steve, the real estate lawyer, discuses "the dobule popper" and how to successfully double-end a real estate transaction (assuming you want to take your chances in this risky area of real estate law.Real estate law to reference is California Code of Civil Procedure 2079.14 and CCP 2079.16 

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California real estate dual agency law can be confusing.  You want to represent both a seller and buyer in a real estate transaction.  Can you do it?  If so, what California dual agency rules do you need to keep in mind in order to stay out of a BRE (Bureau of Real Estate) accusation or civil lawsuit for breach of fiduciary duties?Listen in as Attorney Steve, the real estate lawyer, discuses "the dobule popper" and how to successfully double-end a real estate transaction (assuming you want to take your chances in this risky area of real estate law.Real estate law to reference is California Code of Civil Procedure 2079.14 and CCP 2079.16 

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This show will feature Real Estate lawyer Steve Vondran sharing his general legal overview of Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure (A.R.C.P. 26.1) involving the duty to disclose via a disclosure statement 9 things in every litigation case.  The rule applies to both Plaintiff's and Defendants and generally the rule must be complied with 40 days after a responsive pleading is filed.  This all occurs basically at the start of a lawsuit. Listen in for some valueable litigation information from Attorney Steve's "Litigation Warrior" series. 

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This show will feature Real Estate lawyer Steve Vondran sharing his general legal overview of Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure (A.R.C.P. 26.1) involving the duty to disclose via a disclosure statement 9 things in every litigation case.  The rule applies to both Plaintiff's and Defendants and generally the rule must be complied with 40 days after a responsive pleading is filed.  This all occurs basically at the start of a lawsuit. Listen in for some valueable litigation information from Attorney Steve's "Litigation Warrior" series. 

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How do you get a default judgment in Arizona lawsuit?Sometimes understanding the legal rules can be a difficult process.  In the case of taking a default judgement in Maricopa County, Arizona, the process is also sometimes confusing.  Attorney Steve, the Business and Real Estate lawyer, has some basic tips to helping you understand default judgements (under A.R.C.P. Rule 55) in Maricopa County (phoenix, scottsdale, goodyear, buckeye, avondale, peoria, glendale, chandler, gilbert, etc.)This is part of Attorney Steve's "litigation warrior" series.We hope you enjoy, and if you like it, share it on twitter, google+ or facebook.

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How do you get a default judgment in Arizona lawsuit?Sometimes understanding the legal rules can be a difficult process.  In the case of taking a default judgement in Maricopa County, Arizona, the process is also sometimes confusing.  Attorney Steve, the Business and Real Estate lawyer, has some basic tips to helping you understand default judgements (under A.R.C.P. Rule 55) in Maricopa County (phoenix, scottsdale, goodyear, buckeye, avondale, peoria, glendale, chandler, gilbert, etc.)This is part of Attorney Steve's "litigation warrior" series.We hope you enjoy, and if you like it, share it on twitter, google+ or facebook.

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2014/02/28/tips-to-entering-a-default-judgement-in-arizona-under-rule-55 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:00:00 -0800 381 arizona,phoenix,scottsdale,rule 55,default false How to start a new Arizona real estate brokerage in a few easy steps How to start a new Arizona real estate brokerage in a few easy steps Send us Fan Mail

If you have tried to start a new real estate brokerage in the State of Arizona only find the DRE forms confusing and difficult to understand, this show is for you.  Listen in as Attorney Steve, the real estate lawyer, discusses the general steps you need to take to get your DRE real estate company approved by AZRE.Here is a basic overview of the steps that will be discussed:1.  Take 90 hours of real estate education (I like Arizona School of Real Estate & Business)2. Get fingerprint done (so you can get a fingerprint clearance card)3. Pass the state and federal real estate exam (signup at Pearson Vue)4. For brokers, take and pass 9 units of the broker management clinic5. Submit all your materials online to AZRE.gov6. Fill out form LI-213 so you can reserve a corporate name (for example, an LLC with your real estate company name).  NOTE: Do this before you file for the LLC with the Arizona Corporations Commission (A.C.C.)7. Once the LI-213 form is approved (usually around 10 days) then file for your LLC with the A.C.C.  Pay for the expedited fee so you can get that done in about a week8.  Make sure the articles get published (the A.C.C. will not do that for you) and then file your affidavit of publication with the A.C.C. within 60 days9.  Submit form LI-212 (entity/employing broker application) with the Arizona Department of Real Estate, attaching all the required documentation (LLC infromation, name of Designated broker, corporate resolution, disclosure of criminal convictions, etc.)10.  Once approved, you should be good to go assuming all other requirements are met.  Time to recruit new agents and get out there and sell.We can help with the LLC, PLLC, DBA's, independent contractor agreements, DRE setup, etc. 

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If you have tried to start a new real estate brokerage in the State of Arizona only find the DRE forms confusing and difficult to understand, this show is for you.  Listen in as Attorney Steve, the real estate lawyer, discusses the general steps you need to take to get your DRE real estate company approved by AZRE.Here is a basic overview of the steps that will be discussed:1.  Take 90 hours of real estate education (I like Arizona School of Real Estate & Business)2. Get fingerprint done (so you can get a fingerprint clearance card)3. Pass the state and federal real estate exam (signup at Pearson Vue)4. For brokers, take and pass 9 units of the broker management clinic5. Submit all your materials online to AZRE.gov6. Fill out form LI-213 so you can reserve a corporate name (for example, an LLC with your real estate company name).  NOTE: Do this before you file for the LLC with the Arizona Corporations Commission (A.C.C.)7. Once the LI-213 form is approved (usually around 10 days) then file for your LLC with the A.C.C.  Pay for the expedited fee so you can get that done in about a week8.  Make sure the articles get published (the A.C.C. will not do that for you) and then file your affidavit of publication with the A.C.C. within 60 days9.  Submit form LI-212 (entity/employing broker application) with the Arizona Department of Real Estate, attaching all the required documentation (LLC infromation, name of Designated broker, corporate resolution, disclosure of criminal convictions, etc.)10.  Once approved, you should be good to go assuming all other requirements are met.  Time to recruit new agents and get out there and sell.We can help with the LLC, PLLC, DBA's, independent contractor agreements, DRE setup, etc. 

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The elements of the tort of intentional interference with contract in Arizona requires a Plaintiff to show: (1) the existence of a valid contractual relationship; (2) knowledge of the relationship on the part of the interferor; (3) intentional interference inducing or causing a breach; (4) resultant damage to the party whose relationship has been disrupted; and (5) improper action on the part of the defendant.  See Bar J. Bar Cattle Co., Inc. v. Pace, 763 P.2d 545, 158 Ariz. 481 (1988).Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses this tort and the statute of limitations issues in Arizona.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice.  Do not rely on this information.

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The elements of the tort of intentional interference with contract in Arizona requires a Plaintiff to show: (1) the existence of a valid contractual relationship; (2) knowledge of the relationship on the part of the interferor; (3) intentional interference inducing or causing a breach; (4) resultant damage to the party whose relationship has been disrupted; and (5) improper action on the part of the defendant.  See Bar J. Bar Cattle Co., Inc. v. Pace, 763 P.2d 545, 158 Ariz. 481 (1988).Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses this tort and the statute of limitations issues in Arizona.  This is general legal information only and not legal advice.  Do not rely on this information.

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This show is about domain names.  What is going on in the world of domain names and the new Gtld's (generic top level domains).  Do you need to run out and grab a bunch of new domain name extensions? Do you need to buy .tv domain names? What are the trademark and brand implications of the proliferation and expansion of the ICANN domain name system? Will these lead to further cybersquatting and domain name infringement or will this be yet another creative expolision of opportunity for domain brokers and other internet entreprenuers. Internet lawyer atttorney steve (who wrote the due diligence guide to buying domain names) weighs in on this important business topic that every business needs to be thinking about and planning for.  

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This show is about domain names.  What is going on in the world of domain names and the new Gtld's (generic top level domains).  Do you need to run out and grab a bunch of new domain name extensions? Do you need to buy .tv domain names? What are the trademark and brand implications of the proliferation and expansion of the ICANN domain name system? Will these lead to further cybersquatting and domain name infringement or will this be yet another creative expolision of opportunity for domain brokers and other internet entreprenuers. Internet lawyer atttorney steve (who wrote the due diligence guide to buying domain names) weighs in on this important business topic that every business needs to be thinking about and planning for.  

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Copyright is a very important issue that most people are aware of but don't fully understand.  One common myth some people have is that if you see something on the internet it is in the "public domain" and you can copy and paste it and use it on your real estate website.   Attorney Steve talks about what Copyright law is, what is fair use under copyright law and how real estate professionals need to keep this in mind when creating real estate websites.

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Copyright is a very important issue that most people are aware of but don't fully understand.  One common myth some people have is that if you see something on the internet it is in the "public domain" and you can copy and paste it and use it on your real estate website.   Attorney Steve talks about what Copyright law is, what is fair use under copyright law and how real estate professionals need to keep this in mind when creating real estate websites.

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Attorney Steve gives his top six reasons you should go to law school.  Listen in as he discusses this question. Law school and being a lawyer is NOT for everyone.  Just like being a doctor is not for everyone.  Here are his top six reasons if you don't want to listen to the show. 1. Passion for problem solving 2. Passion for reasearch and learning 3. Passion for oral and written communication 4. Financial opportunities 5.  Ability to be an entrepreneur and engage in a wide variety of different types of legal practice areas. 6.  Opportunity to develop analytical thinking skills for legal or future non-legal jobsShould you go to law school?  Find out for yourself before you talk the law school plunge and get a load of student loan debt. Just to be fair and honest, here is a post about why you should not go to law school. You decide.

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Attorney Steve gives his top six reasons you should go to law school.  Listen in as he discusses this question. Law school and being a lawyer is NOT for everyone.  Just like being a doctor is not for everyone.  Here are his top six reasons if you don't want to listen to the show. 1. Passion for problem solving 2. Passion for reasearch and learning 3. Passion for oral and written communication 4. Financial opportunities 5.  Ability to be an entrepreneur and engage in a wide variety of different types of legal practice areas. 6.  Opportunity to develop analytical thinking skills for legal or future non-legal jobsShould you go to law school?  Find out for yourself before you talk the law school plunge and get a load of student loan debt. Just to be fair and honest, here is a post about why you should not go to law school. You decide.

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This is a show about financial elder abuse.  As the elderly population continues to grow, and the economy remains tight, some people see senior citizens and elder folks in their 70's, 80's, 90s and even in the 100'3 as their quick ticket to easy street.   These are financial predators that must be stopped.  Possible predators include: The ruthless relative (ex. children) The slimy salesperson (ex. car salesman, insurance salesman, investment advisor, the stock broker) The predatory professional (ex. accountants, CPA's, attorneys, lawyers, financial planners) The conniving caretaker (ex. nurse) Others in a close position of trust or fiduciary relationship (ex. a trustee) This is not even to mention all of the online scams directed toward the elderly which Attorney Steve will mention a few. Listen in as Attorney Steve gives a general legal overview of California financial elder abuse law under the California Welfare & Institutions Code 15657.10. What you learn could help you protect your loved ones from some of the financial abuses, online scams and identity theft schemes that target your loved ones. Where elder abuse can be shown, you may be entitled to damages, costs, attorney fees, compensation for personal injury or wrongful death, punitive damages, restitution, and other available remedies. The law is also interesting as it allows pre-judgement writ of attachment of Defendant's real property and certain other non-exepmt assets.  This is potentially a very powerful provisional remedy.

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This is a show about financial elder abuse.  As the elderly population continues to grow, and the economy remains tight, some people see senior citizens and elder folks in their 70's, 80's, 90s and even in the 100'3 as their quick ticket to easy street.   These are financial predators that must be stopped.  Possible predators include: The ruthless relative (ex. children) The slimy salesperson (ex. car salesman, insurance salesman, investment advisor, the stock broker) The predatory professional (ex. accountants, CPA's, attorneys, lawyers, financial planners) The conniving caretaker (ex. nurse) Others in a close position of trust or fiduciary relationship (ex. a trustee) This is not even to mention all of the online scams directed toward the elderly which Attorney Steve will mention a few. Listen in as Attorney Steve gives a general legal overview of California financial elder abuse law under the California Welfare & Institutions Code 15657.10. What you learn could help you protect your loved ones from some of the financial abuses, online scams and identity theft schemes that target your loved ones. Where elder abuse can be shown, you may be entitled to damages, costs, attorney fees, compensation for personal injury or wrongful death, punitive damages, restitution, and other available remedies. The law is also interesting as it allows pre-judgement writ of attachment of Defendant's real property and certain other non-exepmt assets.  This is potentially a very powerful provisional remedy.

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Have you heard the term "crowdfunding" and wondered what it is?  Have you wondered if your business can benefit from crwodfunding?  Have you wondered if crwodfunding can help you launch your next big idea, product, or service? Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses crowdfunding in this awesome e-business and social media law segment.  

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Have you heard the term "crowdfunding" and wondered what it is?  Have you wondered if your business can benefit from crwodfunding?  Have you wondered if crwodfunding can help you launch your next big idea, product, or service? Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses crowdfunding in this awesome e-business and social media law segment.  

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Here is a quick synopsis of a motion to withdraw as counsel of record package that I have put together in my Attorney Steve Store. This motion witll help federal district court practioners withdraw as counsel of record in the Central District of California.  Trust me, from experience, this is not always a piece of cake and you want to make sure you follow the proper procedures. Listen in as Attorney Steve talks about what it takes to remove yourself as counsel of record in a federal case in California. Buy the package and save yourself time and trouble.  Comes with the required letter to corporations and LLC's under Central District L.R. 83-2.9.2.3 adivsing them of the consequences of inability to appear pro se (in pro per).  HUGE time saver!

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Here is a quick synopsis of a motion to withdraw as counsel of record package that I have put together in my Attorney Steve Store. This motion witll help federal district court practioners withdraw as counsel of record in the Central District of California.  Trust me, from experience, this is not always a piece of cake and you want to make sure you follow the proper procedures. Listen in as Attorney Steve talks about what it takes to remove yourself as counsel of record in a federal case in California. Buy the package and save yourself time and trouble.  Comes with the required letter to corporations and LLC's under Central District L.R. 83-2.9.2.3 adivsing them of the consequences of inability to appear pro se (in pro per).  HUGE time saver!

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]]> AttorneySteve http://www.blogtalkradio.com/attorneysteve/2013/06/12/central-district-california-withdrawal-of-attorney Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:30:00 -0700 556 withdrawal,counsel,attorney,motion,pleading false Rubber Arm Muscle Rub CEO Lenny Wentz discusses FDA process Rubber Arm Muscle Rub CEO Lenny Wentz discusses FDA process Send us Fan Mail

This is going to be a great show. We have on the show a former pro baseball player, Lenny Wentz, that Attorney Steve played baseball with back in the day in the Cincinnatti Reds organization.  When the baseball was over Lenny took a path that eventually led him into forming his own company based upon a recipe for back, neck and arm pain that his grandma taught him. This is truly an amazing story about taking the family recipe and turning it into a company (Rubber Arm, Inc.) and a product called Rubber Arm Muscle Rub.  Listen in as Lenny discusses his product and talks about the FDA approval process and general challenges of running a business. WARNING: There may be a little talk about baseball!!

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This is going to be a great show. We have on the show a former pro baseball player, Lenny Wentz, that Attorney Steve played baseball with back in the day in the Cincinnatti Reds organization.  When the baseball was over Lenny took a path that eventually led him into forming his own company based upon a recipe for back, neck and arm pain that his grandma taught him. This is truly an amazing story about taking the family recipe and turning it into a company (Rubber Arm, Inc.) and a product called Rubber Arm Muscle Rub.  Listen in as Lenny discusses his product and talks about the FDA approval process and general challenges of running a business. WARNING: There may be a little talk about baseball!!

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Attorney Steve will be discussing general tips on how to avoid a cease and desist letter and trademark infringement lawsuit.   We will also cover information that got cut off our last show dealing with theDRE commissioner regulation 2773 and the need to identify your real estate license number on certain advertising.

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Attorney Steve will be discussing general tips on how to avoid a cease and desist letter and trademark infringement lawsuit.   We will also cover information that got cut off our last show dealing with theDRE commissioner regulation 2773 and the need to identify your real estate license number on certain advertising.

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Listen in as we discuss a few of the new laws for 2012 including:SB 510 which allows brokers to appoint branch managersEscrow Activity reporting under 10146 SB 706 - Duty to report criminal convictions to DRE DRE - reasonable costs of investigation can be sought by DRE for accusations (Business and Professions Code Section 10160) If you are a California Real Estate Broker there could be some great information on the Vondran Legal Hour.  We will also plug our contingency fee Wachovia / World Savings no advance fee loan modification submission program.  

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Listen in as we discuss a few of the new laws for 2012 including:SB 510 which allows brokers to appoint branch managersEscrow Activity reporting under 10146 SB 706 - Duty to report criminal convictions to DRE DRE - reasonable costs of investigation can be sought by DRE for accusations (Business and Professions Code Section 10160) If you are a California Real Estate Broker there could be some great information on the Vondran Legal Hour.  We will also plug our contingency fee Wachovia / World Savings no advance fee loan modification submission program.  

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The major league baseball pro draft will be held in june 2012.  Attorney Steve is an Arizona sports agent who can represent baseball players who are drafted in the draft and help them negotiate the best signing bonus. Listen in to this show as Attorney Steve discusses the basebal draft and his baseball playing experiences. Our firm practices in the area of sports and entertainment law.

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The major league baseball pro draft will be held in june 2012.  Attorney Steve is an Arizona sports agent who can represent baseball players who are drafted in the draft and help them negotiate the best signing bonus. Listen in to this show as Attorney Steve discusses the basebal draft and his baseball playing experiences. Our firm practices in the area of sports and entertainment law.

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We have had in the works an Intellectual Property website that were were finally able to get launched.  Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses his intellectual property law blog and gives an overview of copyright and trademarks. We will also be discussing our contingency fee Wachovia and World Savings Loan Modifications for negative amoritization "pick-a-pay" loans.

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We have had in the works an Intellectual Property website that were were finally able to get launched.  Listen in as Attorney Steve discusses his intellectual property law blog and gives an overview of copyright and trademarks. We will also be discussing our contingency fee Wachovia and World Savings Loan Modifications for negative amoritization "pick-a-pay" loans.

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Attorney Steve will provide a quick general overview of the 2011 California anti-spam Hypertouch case wherein the California Court of Appeals ruled that the California Spam law (Business and Professions Code Section 17529.5) was not preempted by the Federal CAN SPAM Act.

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Attorney Steve will provide a quick general overview of the 2011 California anti-spam Hypertouch case wherein the California Court of Appeals ruled that the California Spam law (Business and Professions Code Section 17529.5) was not preempted by the Federal CAN SPAM Act.

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Listen in for new infomation on Attorney Steve's internet legal specials.   There just may be a flat rate fee service you are looking for. Also, we will be discussing our World Savings pick-a-pay no advance fee loan modification program. Also, you will be one of the first to hear our new "FORECLOSURE BLUES SONG"  Don't miss it! FInally, we will talk more about our Corproate Counsel program for California Real Estate Brokers.

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Listen in for new infomation on Attorney Steve's internet legal specials.   There just may be a flat rate fee service you are looking for. Also, we will be discussing our World Savings pick-a-pay no advance fee loan modification program. Also, you will be one of the first to hear our new "FORECLOSURE BLUES SONG"  Don't miss it! FInally, we will talk more about our Corproate Counsel program for California Real Estate Brokers.

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When you are a DRE licensed real estate broker and the DRE is investigating your licensed real estate activities, and potentially filing a desist and refrain order, or facing a formal accusation that may require a hearing in front of the California Office of Administrative hearing (OAH), then you may want to know a little bit more about the California Administrative Procedures Act.   This show will give you a brief primer on this law that applies in Administrative Proceedings.

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When you are a DRE licensed real estate broker and the DRE is investigating your licensed real estate activities, and potentially filing a desist and refrain order, or facing a formal accusation that may require a hearing in front of the California Office of Administrative hearing (OAH), then you may want to know a little bit more about the California Administrative Procedures Act.   This show will give you a brief primer on this law that applies in Administrative Proceedings.

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Today’s show is sponsored by http://gibusa2010.posterous.com/occupy-and-open-international-invitation and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYWWui74teQ - Whosawmyad.com We have two special guests today: 1.  www.CognitiveFilms.com  (amazing video company) 2.  Karen Goeller - www.karengoeller.com   Listen in!  We will also be talking Reebok law suit, politics, state of the economy and more!

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Today’s show is sponsored by http://gibusa2010.posterous.com/occupy-and-open-international-invitation and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYWWui74teQ - Whosawmyad.com We have two special guests today: 1.  www.CognitiveFilms.com  (amazing video company) 2.  Karen Goeller - www.karengoeller.com   Listen in!  We will also be talking Reebok law suit, politics, state of the economy and more!

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Today’s show is sponsored by Requested as: www.webdirectories.co (Web Directories Company)" or www.webdirectories.co (All about web directories and submission service)". We have two special guests today: 1.  www.CognitiveFilms.com  (amazing video company) 2. www.Graffiare.com (cutting edge wordpress theme) Listen in!  We will also be talking politics, state of the economy and more!

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Today’s show is sponsored by Requested as: www.webdirectories.co (Web Directories Company)" or www.webdirectories.co (All about web directories and submission service)". We have two special guests today: 1.  www.CognitiveFilms.com  (amazing video company) 2. www.Graffiare.com (cutting edge wordpress theme) Listen in!  We will also be talking politics, state of the economy and more!

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Today’s show is Sponsored by www.sfmerlo.com  (listen to his song "play me"). Also, we  have a special guest www.reternitybook.com who will discuss their new book. Login in to hear Steve and Lisa talk about the latest current events. If you want to be on the show, pick a topic and give us a call. No topics are off limits! Topics for Today: 1. Immigration 2. Safety Tips 3. Student Loans.  If you want to advertise on our show email us as steveandlisashow@mail.com. 

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Today’s show is Sponsored by www.sfmerlo.com  (listen to his song "play me"). Also, we  have a special guest www.reternitybook.com who will discuss their new book. Login in to hear Steve and Lisa talk about the latest current events. If you want to be on the show, pick a topic and give us a call. No topics are off limits! Topics for Today: 1. Immigration 2. Safety Tips 3. Student Loans.  If you want to advertise on our show email us as steveandlisashow@mail.com. 

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Today’s show is Sponsored by www.blogcertified.com and www.Diamond-studs.org. And finally, we  have a guest who will discuss their online Spanish translation services.  The Company is Spanish Target, they do Translations, Interpretation, Proofreading & much more.  Their website is www.spanishtarget.com

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Today’s show is Sponsored by www.blogcertified.com and www.Diamond-studs.org. And finally, we  have a guest who will discuss their online Spanish translation services.  The Company is Spanish Target, they do Translations, Interpretation, Proofreading & much more.  Their website is www.spanishtarget.com

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Todays show is Sponsored by www.Flatfeefix.com.   For just $99 bucks, things are looking up!  This company does computer, web and technology fixes at a great price! We will also be discussing a $25,000 sweepstake brought to us by another guest sponsor.  This could be your chance to win says the sponsor! And finally, we will have a guest who will discuss her webinar ($5) to help people start earning money online in no time.  Webinar date is October 25, 9:00 p.m. (EST)  http://www.imarketingspy.com/webinar    

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Todays show is Sponsored by www.Flatfeefix.com.   For just $99 bucks, things are looking up!  This company does computer, web and technology fixes at a great price! We will also be discussing a $25,000 sweepstake brought to us by another guest sponsor.  This could be your chance to win says the sponsor! And finally, we will have a guest who will discuss her webinar ($5) to help people start earning money online in no time.  Webinar date is October 25, 9:00 p.m. (EST)  http://www.imarketingspy.com/webinar    

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Another amazing show, DON'T MISS IT!!!FOR OUR ADVERTISERS AND GUESTS, YOUR NAME GOES HERE!!!!  EMAIL US AT STEVEANDLISASHOW@MAIL.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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Another amazing show, DON'T MISS IT!!!FOR OUR ADVERTISERS AND GUESTS, YOUR NAME GOES HERE!!!!  EMAIL US AT STEVEANDLISASHOW@MAIL.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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Login to hear Steve and Lisa talk about the latest current events.  If you want to be on the show, pick a topic and give us a call.  No topics are off limitis! Topics for Today: 1.  Occupy Wall Street 2.  News Weather and Sports? 3.  Steve Jobs    

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Login to hear Steve and Lisa talk about the latest current events.  If you want to be on the show, pick a topic and give us a call.  No topics are off limitis! Topics for Today: 1.  Occupy Wall Street 2.  News Weather and Sports? 3.  Steve Jobs    

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