Rhode Island MCLE - Intellectual Property Courses
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Live WebinarFriday, October 31, 20251:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Basic Legal Impacts of Artificial Intelligence on Intellectual Property
The rapid development of AI has raised complex questions for copyright law, including issues of authorship, infringement in training data, and the scope of fair use. While courts and the U.S. Copyright Office have begun to offer guidance, many questions remain unresolved. This CLE course explores whether AI-generated works can be copyrighted, the liability of developers using protected material to train models, and how existing IP laws are adapting to technological change—issues with m... More Info
$501General Credit -
Live WebinarWednesday, November 12, 20251:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Privacy, Data Security and Cyberattacks: Overview, Prevention and Proactive Responses
Your law firm holds a significant amount of data, including personally identifiable information of your clients and sensitive, confidential information. How are you protecting it? Attorneys have an ethical obligation to prevent unauthorized access and disclosure -- is your network secure? Many law firms have been hacked. Do you have a plan to recover from a cyberattack? In this CLE course, you will learn about protecting information, training your lawyers and staff to recognize common... More Info
$501General Credit -
Live WebinarWednesday, November 19, 202511:00 AM - 12:30 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: When Obviousness Isn’t Obvious: The Purdue Pharma v. Accord Decision
With the U.S. Supreme Court’s denial of certiorari in Purdue Pharma L.P. v. Accord Healthcare, Inc. (No. 24-1132), the Federal Circuit’s decision (No. 2023-1953, Dec. 30, 2024) now stands as controlling authority on the nexus requirement for objective indicia of non-obviousness. This CLE program takes a detailed look at Purdue’s litigation strategy from trial through appeal, unpacking how the company approached arguments on obviousness and secondary considerations. The discussion also... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
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Practicing Comic Book Law: Drafting Contracts That Bring Comics to Life
In this engaging CLE course, participants will tackle the essential agreements every comic book attorney needs to master. You'll learn how to draft collaboration agreements, publishing deals, merchandising contracts, and film/TV licensing agreements—all under the guidance of experienced professionals. This CLE course emphasizes practical exercises like spotting legal issues, refining client negotiations, and drafting key contract provisions. Gain the tools and confidence to excel in the... More Info
$1002General Credits -
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Comic Book Law 101: Foundations of Comic Book Law for a Changing Market
This CLE program offers a comprehensive introduction to the core legal frameworks that shape the comic book industry, while also delivering a sharp analysis of the distribution upheavals redefining the market today. Attendees will gain a solid grounding in copyright principles, licensing agreements, and creator rights, paired with timely insights into the shifting commercial landscape—from the decline of dominant digital platforms to the rise of independent distribution models and the continue... More Info
$1252.5General Credits -
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Authorship in the Balance: The Clash Between Human Authorship, Artificial Intelligence, and Copyright Law
This CLE program examines the rapidly evolving intersection of generative AI and the comic book industry through a legal lens. With recent U.S. Copyright Office guidance and emerging case law reshaping the standards for copyright eligibility, this session will address the key questions surrounding authorship, originality, and the scope of protection for AI-generated works. Attendees will explore the practical implications of these developments for transactional practice, including how t... More Info
$1002General Credits -
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U.S. Copyright Basics
This CLE course provides a practical introduction to U.S. copyright law and copyright registration. The course will also explore fair use, licensing, and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Participants will learn the fundamental principles of copyrights including: what qualifies for protection how ownership is determined how long copyrights are valid advantages of having a copyright registration how to apply for registration basics of copyright infringement More Info
$751.5General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
New Developments in Intellectual Property As a Result of AI
Artificial intelligence is transforming copyright law, raising new questions about what it means to be an “author” and how intellectual property protections apply in a world where machines can generate creative works. This CLE course examines the constitutional and statutory foundations of copyright, the human authorship requirement, and how courts have addressed works that lack traditional human creators. Key case studies—including Naruto v. Slater and Thaler v. Perlmutter—will illustrate how... More Info
$1002General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Privacy Under Fire: Navigating Enforcement Actions & Litigation Risks
As regulatory scrutiny and consumer privacy litigation continue to intensify, attorneys must navigate a rapidly shifting legal environment. This CLE course examines the latest enforcement trends, key regulatory developments, and the rising tide of privacy-related lawsuits. Participants will gain practical strategies for managing compliance challenges, responding to enforcement actions, and minimizing legal exposure. Tailored for legal professionals across practice areas, this course eq... More Info
$501General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Design Patents: Key Considerations for Prosecution and Enforcement
In today’s competitive marketplace, the visual appearance of a product can be just as important as the function of the product. During this webinar, Board Certified Intellectual Property Attorneys Greg Popowitz and Peter Koziol will discuss how design patents can protect the unique look of an invention, along with infringement and enforcement strategies. Design patent applications have risen dramatically over the past decade. Learn about the requirements to file a design patent appl... More Info
$751.5General Credits