Consumer Rights to Privacy Expanding State by State
Consumer rights to their data are expanding in the U.S state by state. First it was California, then it was Virginia and now it is Colorado. On July 7th, 2021, the Colorado
Continue Reading The Newly Enacted Colorado Privacy Act is Expanding Consumer Rights to Their Data By Requiring Businesses to Be More Transparent
By Janelle M. Lewis, Attorney, Business & Legal Strategic Consultant
When it Comes to Regulations, No Business is Immune
No business is immune from the impact of regulations. Whether they relate to data protection & privacy, cybersecurity, the environment, employment
Continue Reading Transforming Challenges to Opportunities: Why Assessing the Impact of Regulations on Business Strategy Can Enhance the Competitive Position
By Janelle M. Lewis, Attorney, Business & Legal Strategic Consultant
Data Rights vs. Competitive Advantage
With a growing number of data privacy & protection laws being enacted, no company can ignore their legal responsibilities and liabilities as it relates to
Continue Reading Bridging the Gap Between Data Privacy & Protection Laws and Marketing & Pricing Strategies
By Janelle M. Lewis, Attorney, Business & Legal Strategic Consultant
“The only thing that is constant is change.” That is why it is important to draft contracts that bring value by valuing change
“The only thing that is constant is
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By Janelle M. Lewis, Attorney, Business & Legal Strategic Consultant
Strategically speaking, does a patent provide a company with the competitive advantage it needs?
“I got a patent!” For entrepreneurs and business owners, to have a patent is a big
Continue Reading Why Patents May Not Be the Best Way to Achieve a Competitive Advantage
By Janelle M. Lewis, Attorney, Business & Legal Strategic Consultant
When it comes to commercial contracts during this time of economic crisis spurred by the global pandemic, the conversations usually revolve around whether to perform (or continue to perform) under
Continue Reading Why its More than Force Majeure: The Importance of Using Commercial Contracts to Assess the Value Chain During a Disruptive Event
By Janelle M. Lewis, Attorney, Business & Legal Strategic Consultant
Disruptive Events and Business Growth Strategy
Disruptive events, such as the current Covid-19 global pandemic, cause a great deal of uncertainty for businesses who have to think about their next
Continue Reading If You Can’t Predict the Future, Create Scenarios: Using Legal Based Scenario Planning to Address Uncertainties that Impact Strategic Growth During a Disruptive Event
By Janelle M. Lewis, Attorney, Business & Legal Strategic Consultant
In this time of intense stress and certainty, the idea of thinking strategically about your business might seem like the least important thing to do. This is especially true when
Continue Reading Thinking Strategically in the Midst of a Crisis, Starting with your Commercial Contracts
By Janelle M. Lewis, Attorney, Business & Legal Strategic Consultant
What effect do non-competes have on market competition? Are non-competes a restraint on trade by restricting employee mobility? Or are they a tool that prevent unfair competition by protecting a
Continue Reading Non-Competes and the Valuable Competitive Position: Potential Effects of the FTC’s Proposed Commission Rule on Business Strategy
