Artificial Intelligence Disputes and Counseling

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are at the forefront of innovation in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape and have widespread implications for further technological breakthroughs and business applications alike. As AI and machine learning have begun to revolutionize the use and management of technology, the IP & Technology team at Robins Kaplan is dedicated to helping clients understand and navigate the complex legal issues associated with AI technologies during a pivotal era marked by increasing growth and development of generative AI models.

Our seasoned intellectual property attorneys have experience representing clients in connection with emerging technologies such as AI. We offer clients a powerful combination of knowledge and strategy though our business acumen, litigation prowess, and first-hand experience in software and computing technologies. This unique blend of experience allows us to provide forward-thinking counsel and strategy development that aligns with your business objectives. We assist and empower clients to seize opportunities, mitigate risks, and establish informed best practices in the AI landscape.

With our firm’s focus on litigation and trial practice, we understand how to present complex issues surrounding emerging technologies such as AI to judges, juries and arbitrators. With this experience, we are able to identify critical areas of concern, and counsel clients on dispute prevention and resolution or, should litigation arise, position our clients for success while minimizing business disruption.

Comprehensive Services
Our attorneys provide comprehensive legal services for AI-related matters, including protecting innovations, managing software license agreements, ensuring data privacy, mitigating risks, navigating regulations, and developing AI policies including:

• Litigating software license disputes
• Protecting copyrights from unauthorized use by AI-related applications
• Negotiating and drafting AI software licensing agreements, including software as a service (SaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), software in the cloud and on-premises, and other related agreements for licensees or licensors
• Protecting and safeguarding AI-related innovations through patents, copyrights and trade secrets
• Establishing clear copyright and ownership rights for AI-generated content
• Addressing data privacy concerns and protecting sensitive or private data and information accessed by AI tools
• Mitigating liability risks associated with AI-generated content
• Tackling issues related to accuracy of content generated by AI
• Navigating the dynamic and rapidly changing regulatory frameworks surrounding AI
• Developing tailored internal AI use plans and policies
• Leveraging AI use in eDiscovery processes

Cutting-Edge Technology Focus

As with any emerging technology, much remains to be seen regarding how AI-related issues will be decided in the courts as case law develops. Our team at Robins Kaplan is committed to staying at the forefront of these developments, ensuring that our clients are well-prepared for the future. Technologies that may be implicated include:

• AI Chatbots and virtual assistants
• Autonomous vehicles
• Cloud-based and on-premises software and storage
• Consumer products
• Database management
• Educational tools
• FinTech and Blockchain
• Graphics processing and development
• Human resources software
• Information technology
• Medical devices, life sciences and healthcare-related software
• Mobile devices and communications standards
• Project management tools
• Semiconductor devices and processing equipment
• Software as a service (SaaS) and Platform as a service (PaaS)
• Telecommunications
• Virtual and augmented reality

Why Robins Kaplan?

At Robins Kaplan, we're not simply reacting to the AI revolution – we endeavor to help shape its legal framework. Our bold, innovative approach can help ensure that your business stays ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving field. Partner with us to transform AI challenges into strategic advantages for your business.

Contact our team to secure your position at the forefront of technological innovation.

Resources 

"Litigation Perspective: Strategies for Licensing Software that Leverages Artificial Intelligence," Bryan Mechell, Navin Ramalingam IPWatchdog (July 12, 2024)

“AI’s Impact On Property Insurance Coverage,” Lee Ann Thigpen, The Robins Kaplan Insurance Insight  (June 2024)

"Navigating the Legal Landscape: Generative AI and Copyright Law," Bryan Mechell, The Robins Kaplan Quarterly (January 2024)

"Q&A: The Crossroads Where Generative AI Meets Copyright Law," Bryan Mechell, Westlaw Today (October 9, 2023)

“Machine Learning Models: The Legal Need for Editability (Part I),” Steve Carlson, et al., IPWatchdog (December 13, 2021)

“Machine Learning Models and the Legal Need for Editability: Surveying the Pitfalls (Part II)”, Steve Carlson, et al., IPWatchdog (December 17, 2021)

"In No Uncertain Terms: Strategies For Assessing And Mitigating Risk In Technology And Software License Disputes," Bryan Mechell, The Robins Kaplan Quarterly (October 2022)

Events

How Much Did We Invest in AI?
Protecting AI Investments Using a Holistic Legal Approach to Avoid Losing Your Shirt
October 21, 2024 | New Orleans, Louisiana 

Generative AI Generates Debate
AI and Copyright Infringement
March 26, 2024 | Remote

Second Annual AI Legal Summit
Robins Kaplan LLP and Berkeley Center for Law & Technology
May 5, 12, and 19, 2021 | Remote

IPWatchdog LIVE 2023
The Infringing Underbelly of AI – Is Resistance Futile?
September 18, 2023 | Herndon, Virginia

IPWatchdog Artificial Intelligence Masters™ 2023
March 7-8, 2023 | Ashburn, VA