David E Mixon David Vance Lucas

March 18, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Any well managed IP portfolio and strategy should include an assessment of IP threats, including litigation and business risks. Only by identifying these risks proactively can companies truly protect and leverage their valuable IP assets.

By David E. Mixon, David Vance Lucas

9 minute read

March 04, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Almost all patent litigation settles before the outcome of a trial. This is ultimately a proper result since all patent disputes at their heart are business disputes.

By David E. Mixon, David Vance Lucas

8 minute read

February 18, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Disposal does not mean abandoning IP assets. The process should instead involve, as much as possible, the sale or divestiture of unneeded IP assets.

By David E. Mixon, David Vance Lucas

4 minute read

February 04, 2014 | Inside Counsel

An IP audit can collect and analyze information about existing and potential assets so informed and strategic decisions can be made regarding protection.

By David E. Mixon, David Vance Lucas

3 minute read

January 21, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Creating this atmosphere requires training of employees to explain patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets, and the strengths and weaknesses of each.

By David E. Mixon, David Vance Lucas

4 minute read