From User Generated Content to Copyright Infringement: Legal Issues for Startups

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Companies put a lot of time and effort into cultivating a positive brand identity, and more and more do so through casual social media interactions. However, they don't always grasp the legal ramifications of what they are sharing, posting, and writing, which can cost them a lot of money and reputation... [read more]

To attend, buy tickets at http://socialmedialegalparisoma-parimeetup.eventbrite.com/

Companies put a lot of time and effort into cultivating a positive brand identity, and more and more do so through casual social media interactions. However, they don't always grasp the legal ramifications of what they are sharing, posting, and writing, which can cost them a lot of money and reputation points. When does a startup need to start legally protecting their brand, and how should they do that?

This class will go through the legal issues that arise in social media and online communities, from user generated content to copyright infringement, to violation of celebrity right of publicity.  By the end of the class, you will be a pro on legal social media practices and know what your organization needs to do to maintain your brand and have a clear trademark strategy.

About your Instructors

Laura Slezinger has a passion for the intersection of law, technology and the creative entrepreneurial spirit. She practices in the heart of the tech startup world and understands the innovative culture her clients are immersed in. Specializing in Intellectual Property and Internet law, Laura has counseled dynamic and growing companies on their branding and trademark strategy, social media related legal issues, a variety of intellectual property licensing, entertainment agreements, marketing & advertising law, domain name disputes and a range of transactional, corporate and in-house needs. She is currently an attorney at Venture Gained Legal, an Intellectual Property Counsel Licensing Manager at Urban Darling and a Managing Director of Girls in Tech in San Francisco.

 

Nnena Ukuku is an attorney who works with early stage startups, with a focus diverse issues such as formation and intellectual property. As a Principle at Ukuku Law, she works with startups because, like her, they believe they can change the world and are passionate about it. Nnena also co-founded and is currently the CEO at Black Founders Startup Ventures as she wants to see minorities and women thrive, not simply survive. Nnena also holds a chair within the San Francisco Bar Association.

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