by Fargo Patent & Business Law PLLC | May 9, 2022 | General Intellectual Property
Usually, but not always, the response to a Complaint is called an “Answer.” An Answer is a legal document that sets out several things. First, it can deny outright or in part any fact or claim in the lawsuit. Second, it can admit things. For example, it...
by Fargo Patent & Business Law PLLC | Apr 18, 2022 | General Intellectual Property
Most people have little idea about how a lawsuit works. This is true even if they are currently involved in a lawsuit! Nevertheless, if you find yourself in a lawsuit you should know how the system is designed to resolve disputes between litigants. A lawsuit is...
by Fargo Patent & Business Law PLLC | Sep 24, 2021 | General Intellectual Property
Are Non-Compete Agreements Enforceable in North Dakota? As any typical attorney would say, it depends. The North Dakota Supreme Court has recognized “North Dakota has a strong public policy against non-compete agreements.” In general, North Dakota has...
by Fargo Patent & Business Law PLLC | Aug 5, 2021 | Copyright, General Intellectual Property, Patent, Trademark
August 5, 2021 How To Keep Someone From Stealing Your Idea There are four basic methods to protect an idea from being taken by a competitor. The methods include a patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret. Using contracts is also a good practice to protect...