SALEHPOUR LEGAL 

Happy Halloween! I want to share a common legal horror story in the startup world—one that has haunted many founders and their businesses - intellectual property ownership! You might think that if you paid for someone to create your software, product, or brand assets, you automatically own them. Unfortunately, this can turn into a nightmare if IP ownership isn’t properly addressed from the start. Once common IP horror scenario I see is the freelancer/vendor trap. You hire a

With data privacy laws evolving rapidly worldwide, SaaS and AI companies face increasing challenges in ensuring compliance across...

Whether you're managing customer expectations, protecting your business from excessive liability exposure, or ensuring compliance with data privacy laws, a robust contract can make all the difference. In this excerpt from my recent presentation for MSPs, I dive into the top reasons why contracts are essential for safeguarding your business and building trust with clients. 📈 Don't overlook the details—your contracts are your first line of defense! Video available here:...

On September 12, 2024, Ms. Salehpour participating in an engaging discussion on artificial intelligence in the entertainment and...

Ms. Salehpour will be speaking on September 26 for the San Mateo County Bar Association on the legal side of AI. The presentation is...

If you have been paying attention, you are aware of growing efforts by government and regulatory agencies to address anti-competitive behaviors in the AI industry. As artificial intelligence continues to grow exponentially, ensuring a fair and competitive market has become a priority for regulators. For example, in the US, the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have ramped up their scrutiny of mergers and acquisitions as well as other busin

Join the panel discussion I will be a part of tomorrow afternoon for Inclusion Allies ​​Coalition titled "AI and DEI: Are You Keeping Pace?" We will cover various topics involving AI and DEI, including the legal landscape and legal risks. Registration link: https://lnkd.in/gheuHZGz Video available here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3645992552317456. #UCLA #BruinBusinesses #techlawyer #AI #Tech #womenintech #TechNews #techlaw #artificialintelligence #prviacy #data #

Recent lawsuits by major record labels against AI music companies Suno and Udio highlight a crucial legal battle at the intersection of technology and intellectual property. As AI continues to transform the music industry, it's essential to strike a balance between innovation and protecting artists' rights. While AI offers incredible creative potential, it must be developed responsibly and ethically. These lawsuits will likely set significant precedents for how AI can b

Did you know your data is being used to train AI? Facebook had informed European users that it would use their data for training AI and provided them an opt-option. However, because of lack of a comprehensive federal data privacy framework in the US, US users were not provided the same opt-out notice. This disparity underscores the need for stronger data privacy laws in the U.S. to ensure all users are informed and can control how their data is used. Video available h

One of the ways that businesses can proactively use legal to grow their business is to think strategically about how to monetize and generate revenue from their intellectual property through licensing. That is something I help my clients with – think strategically about the different options available for licensing the intellectual property in their business and generating revenue from it so they can grow and continue to scale. Video available here: https://www.facebook.com