Ashleigh Nickerson

Ashleigh Nickerson

August 30, 2021 | The Recorder

No Quarter: What Claims Doesn't Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act Protect Platform Companies Against?

"There are certain kinds of claims—defined by statute or developed by case law—against which Section 230 provides no immunity. Companies should be aware of these exceptions to identify and address the highest risks associated with user content appearing on their platforms," according to Farella Braun + Martel's Erik Olson, Nate Garhart and Ashleigh Nickerson.

By Erik Olson, Nate Garhart and Ashleigh Nickerson

10 minute read

January 26, 2021 | The Recorder

IP Law Up for Best Supporting Role in the COVID-19 Relief Spending Bill and Other New Legislation

The most recent COVID-19 relief bill contained two surprises that amount to sea changes in the trademark and copyright infringement realms, according to Farella Braun + Martel's Eugene Y. Mar, Nate A. Garhart, and Ashleigh Nickerson.

By Eugene Y. Mar, Nate A. Garhart, and Ashleigh Nickerson

7 minute read

December 01, 2020 | Legaltech News

Undergoing Bankruptcy Proceedings? Here's How to Make Sure PII Maintains Its Value

The issue of whether or not personally identifiable information (PII) can be sold (and under what terms) is a common way privacy issues come into play during liquidation and reorganization proceedings. There are many factors to consider to ensure that data does not lose its value as part of the bankruptcy process.

By Stephanie Skaff, Sushila Chanana, and Ashleigh Nickerson, Farella Braun + Martel

6 minute read