Dear Cari, I am writing a cookbook and developing some of my own recipes. Do I have copyright protection with my recipes? Ann. M. Dear Ann: To answer your question, one must first look at what can be copyrighted. Under the U.S. Copyright Act, 17 U.S.C. § 102, copyright applies only to “original works of authorship fixed in any tangible …
My Lawline Presentation on Embryo Transfer Contracts for Livestock Producers
The above is the video recording of my Lawline presentation on “Drafting Embryo Transfer Contracts for Livestock Producers.” The outline for the presentation is here. You can watch the video above; however, if you want Continuing Legal Education (“CLE”) credit then you need to watch the program directly from Lawline here. The powerpoint slides that go along with this presentation …
Using Mediation as a Dispute Resolution Forum
Mediation is a great option for people that want to take an active role in resolving their conflicts, rather than leaving it up to a third party like a judge. In mediation, both parties work with the assistance of a neutral evaluator of their choosing to develop a solution that appeals to everyone. Mediation has its advantages, many of which …
Drafting Embryo Transfer Contracts for Livestock Producers
I am presenting today at Lawline on Embryo Transfer Contracts for Livestock Producers. You can view my outline here. For Continuing Legal Education (“CLE”) credit, the video can be obtained via Lawline. I’m going live today at 3:30pm ET – it’s not too late to register for the live webcast! Recording will be available next week. Share this Article
Designating an Agent for Funeral Arrangements
During estate planning many documents are prepared in order to designate an agent or agents in the event that you are not of sound mind and body and unable to make decisions on your own, such as a health care proxy, a living will, and a power of attorney. Additionally, New York State Public Health Law § 4201 allows a …
TAMU Ambassador for Pace Law School
I have been asked to be an Alumni Ambassador for Pace University, School of Law to students at Texas A & M University. I’m a proud Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2002 – I received my B.S. in Animal Science (on the west side of the railroad tracks!). If you are a student at Texas A & M University and …
Chair of ABA GP Solo Agriculture Law Committee
For the fifth year in a row, I have been appointed as the Chair of the American Bar Association (“ABA”), General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Division’s (“GP Solo”) Agriculture Law Committee. I am moderating 2 upcoming webinars for the ABA: 1. “Counseling Farmers & Ranchers, Agri-Businesses and Food Entrepreneurs on Insurance” on September 15, 2015 at 1pm ET 2. …
Save the Date: Ag Law Webinar on Intellectual Property
I will be moderating at webinar for the American Bar Association General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Division’s Agriculture Law Committee titled “Overview of Intellectual Property Law Affecting Farmers, Agri-Businesses and Food Entrepreneurs.” Faculty members include: Joel Cape, Esq., Brian Gregg, Esq., Drew Kershen, Esq., Martha Noble, Esq. The discussion will include the following: (1) Overview of intellectual property regulation …
My Presentation on Farm Leases
I gave a presentation last Thursday at Lawline on Farm Leases. My powerpoint presentation can be viewed below. It discusses: (1) general considerations with farm leases, (2) active vs. passive income (and why it matters!), (3) types of farm leases, (4) lease provisions, (5) price/rent negotiation, and (6) a few other types of leases used on farming operations. [slideshare …