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The first returns have arrived in the battle between copyright holders and technology companies over whether AI training on artist data, or the use of AI to simulate artist styles constitute copyright infringement, and they are not encouraging for those who like their art human.
We’ve previously written about Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) and the potential tax benefits that come with it if you structure your entity appropriately. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which was signed into law on July 4, 2025, expands the tax exemption available for QSBS and now further
When it comes to owning stock, most people think about the ups and downs of share prices – not the paperwork behind their ownership. However, how your stock is recorded can have real implications. In today’s digitized world, the distinction between certificated and uncertificated stock is more relevant than ever,
As virtual goods, blockchain-based assets, and immersive online environments become increasingly mainstream, the world of trademark law is rapidly expanding to accommodate them. Businesses entering the NFT and metaverse space are finding that traditional intellectual property principles still apply, but in novel and evolving ways. Trademark filings related to non-fungible
This summer, Colorado employers will be subject to additional regulations around the collection and storage of biometric identifiers and biometric data. On July 1, 2025, the Biometric Amendment to the Colorado Privacy Act will take effect. While largely targeted at the collection and retention of biometric data from consumers generally,
Share Post: I am lucky enough to work with some extremely fantastic local businesses in Colorado. Our team works on all sorts of employment issues to help these companies avoid liability and maintain compliance. And these days, with the amount of employment laws that have been recently implemented in Colorado,
As virtual goods, blockchain-based assets, and immersive online environments become increasingly mainstream, the world of trademark law is rapidly expanding to accommodate them. Businesses entering the NFT and metaverse space are finding that traditional intellectual property principles still apply, but in novel and evolving ways. Trademark filings related to non-fungible
The moment you begin using a trademark in U.S. commerce to identify the source of your goods or services, you establish what are known as “common law” rights in the trademark. What constitutes a “use in commerce” is legally defined. A “use in commerce” is defined as “the bona fide
We’ve previously written about Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) and the potential tax benefits that come with it if you structure your entity appropriately. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which was signed into law on July 4, 2025, expands the tax exemption available for QSBS and now further
When it comes to owning stock, most people think about the ups and downs of share prices – not the paperwork behind their ownership. However, how your stock is recorded can have real implications. In today’s digitized world, the distinction between certificated and uncertificated stock is more relevant than ever,
It is simple to sign a lease and stuff it away to (hopefully) never be seen again. It is decidedly less simple to make sure the document protects your business’ interest (and where you are signing a personal guaranty, as is often the case, your personal interests too).
This summer, Colorado employers will be subject to additional regulations around the collection and storage of biometric identifiers and biometric data. On July 1, 2025, the Biometric Amendment to the Colorado Privacy Act will take effect. While largely targeted at the collection and retention of biometric data from consumers generally,
Negotiating a commercial lease can be a daunting task for tenants, with significant implications for their business operations and bottom line. Whether securing office space, retail storefronts, or industrial facilities, tenants must navigate the complexities of lease agreements to maximize benefits and minimize risks. In this blog post, we offer
Tenants often need to provide some financial assurance, commonly known as security, to ensure they fulfill their obligations under a commercial lease. Two widely used forms of security are the cash security deposit and the standby letter of credit.
In November 2022, Colorado voters approved Proposition 122, known as the Natural Medicine Health Act of 2022 (NMHA). This legislation decriminalized the personal use and possession of certain psychedelic substances, including psilocybin and psilocin mushrooms. Additionally, the NMHA established the legal foundation for healing centers – places where adults may
For commercial real estate owners, selling assets which have been fully depreciated, fully stabilized or held long term, can be an attractive option given certain market conditions or over-saturation of the given asset type within an investor’s portfolio.
Share Post: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already changing business and healthcare in profound ways: Candidates are being screened by AI during the interview process; behavioral healthcare specialists are utilizing AI to annotate patient encounters in real time; dentists are relying on AI to customize treatment plans; data and chart audits
Policyholders pay good money for their insurance. But when a loss occurs or someone sues you, insurance coverage is not automatic. People who make insurance claims face several potential pitfalls that may prevent them from getting what they paid for.
Milgrom & Daskam, a Denver-based law firm with a strong commitment to social responsibility, has taken a bold step in supporting their local community by partnering with Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) through the 1% for the Planet network. This partnership is not just a symbolic gesture, but a meaningful collaboration
Colorado has begun a new era of estate planning by introducing the Electronic Preservation of Abandoned Estate Planning Documents Act. This new law aims to simplify the handling of abandoned wills by creating a convenient online depository managed by the Colorado State Court Administrator (“SCA”). Here’s a detailed look at
Colorado is one of only four states in the continental U.S. that houses a sports team in each of the four major professional leagues: MLB (Major League Baseball – Rockies); NHL (National Hockey League – Avalanche); NBA (National Basketball Association – Nuggets); and NFL (National Football League – Broncos). And
Colorado’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting energy efficiency has culminated in the enactment of Regulation 28, officially titled “Building Benchmarking and Performance Standards.” This regulation is a key component of the state’s broader efforts to address climate change, aiming to significantly reduce energy consumption in commercial buildings.
An Indiana zoning case recently dredged up the age-old law school conundrum of what constitutes a sandwich and why we should care. Well, maybe the court didn’t actually weigh in on why we should care… but, it did make a determination that the taco IS, in fact, a sandwich.
Is my art a security? This is the question posed by a federal lawsuit filed earlier this month by Kentucky Law professor Brian Fry and singer-songwriter Jonathan Mann, better known online as Song A Day Mann, against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Travel and reflection, particularly when it takes us out of our comfort zone, strengthens our ability to empathize with others, improves our self-awareness and helps us better understand our place in the world; both as humans and as lawyers. We return to our roles more informed and better able to
The moment you begin using your trademark in U.S. commerce (for example, with the sale or exchange of your goods and/or services), you establish what is called “common law” trademark protection. While you have certain rights in your trademark upon use, there are various limitations to common law rights and
Sriracha, a fiery red sauce that has captured the taste buds of spicy food enthusiasts around the world, offers not just a kick of heat but also a fascinating study in the realm of trademark and trade dress law. Originating from the coastal city of Si Racha, Thailand, this sauce
Your communications with your attorney are always privileged… right? Wrong.
While the attorney-client privilege is one of the oldest and most sanctified of privileges, it is not without exceptions. Now adays, when you communicate with a family law attorney, an attorney assisting you with estate planning, or an attorney
The “Test-Optional” movement for law school admissions is gaining ground, and the recent Supreme Court case eliminating affirmative action in higher education admissions practices could be playing a part in the change.
Being an attorney means having the privilege to help other people realize their dreams. Usually this means drafting contracts, setting up businesses, and otherwise providing the structure for our clients to live their best business lives. Sometimes, however, it means something more unconventional, and it is here that we can
What is a trademark? A trademark is a source-identifier. A trademark can be any word, phrase, symbol, design, or combination of the foregoing that identifies the source of certain goods or services. Not all words are capable of functioning as trademarks. For example, generic terms can never function as trademarks.
In recent years, the legal industry has witnessed a significant transformation, with the integration of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) into various aspects of legal practice, and while it’s unlikely that AI will kill all the lawyers, one notable advancement is the use of large language models of generative AI
Earlier this year, a bankruptcy court in the Southern District of New York issued a startling ruling in the bankruptcy case of In re Celsius Network LLC, et al., Case No. 22-10964 (MG). The dispute involved cryptocurrency owners who deposited their assets (such as stablecoins, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), central bank
I often work with entrepreneurs starting new ventures. While there are multiple considerations for new businesses, the first important item to address is entity formation, governance, and finance/ownership. This is the starting point to get your venture headed in the right direction.
On July, 7, 2021, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA or “the Act”) into law. With that pen stroke, Colorado joined California and Virginia as the third state to enact comprehensive consumer privacy legislation. While the law does not take effect until July 1, 2023, Colorado
As attorneys representing startups, Milgrom & Daskam knows that early-stage businesses often have many needs and not much capital to meet them. This often results in startups bartering for services using whatever currency they have. Sometimes this results in interesting exchanges (two hundred pounds of Valencia oranges in exchange for
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