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  • 2020
    • January
      • Joseph D. Hughes Sworn In As President of the Kern County Bar Association
  • 2019
    • September
      • Meet the Awarded Attorneys of Klein DeNatale Goldner
    • July
      • Attorney R. Scott Kimsey Gave Presentation on Intellectual Property Law for Writers
    • June
      • KDG Paralegal, Makala Reha, Recipient of the 2018/2019 Paralegal of the Year Award
    • March
      • Shepherding Excellence in our Community
      • Law Firm Grows with Key Addition
      • Can I Deal with the Insurance Company On My Own?
      • Law Firm Grows with Key Additions
    • February
      • The Rights of Individuals to Appeal a Denial
      • Why Would an Insurance Company Wrongfully Deny a Claim?
    • January
      • What Is Bad Faith When It Comes to Insurance Claims?
  • 2018
    • December
      • How Do Traumatic Brain Injuries Happen?
    • November
      • Brain Injuries are Unacceptable No Matter the Age
      • How Does a TBI Impact a Person's Life?
    • October
      • The Serious and Long-Term Nature of Concussions
    • September
      • Finding the Right Car Accident Lawyer Near Me
      • Identifying and Avoiding Copyright Infringement Charges
    • August
      • What Injuries Are Commonly Caused in Car Accidents?
    • July
      • How Victims Can Protect Their Rights After a Car Accident
    • June
      • Do I Need a Trademark?
    • May
      • New tax law may impact divorce negotiations
    • February
      • Protect Your Company's Intellectual Property
    • January
      • Trademark infringement: Severe penalties for a serious issue
      • Make Sure You Protect Your Company's Trade Secrets
      • Learn About the Protections You Have for Intellectual Property
  • 2017
    • December
      • Check for Trademarks Before You Grab a Domain for Your Company
      • Make Sure Your Company's Online Persona Is Legal
    • November
      • How to Use a Stock Image Legally
      • Jackknifing Truck Accidents in San Diego
      • Why don't people think of stealing digital content as theft?
      • California judges have wide discretion in determining spousal support
      • Halloween, Bananas and Copyright Infringement
    • October
      • Know Your Options When Trade Secrets Are Leaked
      • How to Stay Safe on Halloween
    • September
      • Make Sure You Keep Trade Secrets Protected
      • Don't let anyone get away with stealing intellectual property
      • Who is At Fault in the Event of a Truck Accident?
    • August
      • What Is the Federal Trademark Dilution Act?
      • Steps to Take After Being in an Auto Accident
      • Copyright Protection Should Be Done Early to Avoid Problems
      • Understand Copyrights and Licenses for Your Creative Works
    • July
      • From filing patents to fighting against violations, we can help
      • Know About Different Types of Patents You Might Use
    • June
      • Think About Legal Protection for Your Company's Trade Secrets
      • Kern County Attorney Named to 2017 Rising Stars List
      • A closer look at contesting a California will based on undue influence
      • Know Your Rights Regarding Trademarks and Copyrights
    • May
      • Trademarks and Service Marks Are Important for Your Business
      • Artists Should Consider Legal Help with Licensing
    • April
      • Protecting Valuable Trade Secrets
    • March
      • 3 Actions for Protecting Trade Secrets
      • The War on Weak Software Patents: Could You Be Impacted?
      • Change in Guard for Patent and Trademark Advisory Committees
      • 3 tips for dealing with licensing agreements
      • Filing bankruptcy: Protecting yourself and your brand
    • January
      • Don't get trapped in unfruitful real estate litigation
      • How Can You Strengthen Your Invention Patent?
  • 2016
    • December
      • Three Important Parts of a Licensing Agreement
      • 2 Top Tips for Protecting Your Trade Secrets
    • November
      • Understanding business formation types in California
      • Understanding when bankruptcy is the right move
      • What Are Some Advantages of a Federal Trademark?
    • October
      • What Types of Intellectual Property Can Be Copyrighted?
      • Why Do Companies Pay for Licensing Agreements?
    • September
      • How a Nondisclosure Agreement Protects Your Company
      • Being the First to File Is Now Crucial
    • August
      • Kardashians Win in Court Against Cosmetics Company
      • Why a Patent Claim May Be Invalid
    • July
      • Tips for Keeping Trade Secrets Under Wraps
      • How Much Can You Legally Change Another Company's Logo?
      • Which Type of Licensing Brings in the Most Revenue?
    • June
      • Should I Register a Trademark or a Service Mark in California?
      • What Is a Patent and Why Are They Important?
      • An employer’s guide to employee leave in California
      • Dodgin Named to 2016 Rising Stars List
      • Dilution and Trademark Violations
    • May
      • Defend Trade Secrets Act Signed into Law
      • Skechers Taking Legal Action over Its Patented Sole
    • April
      • Pepperidge Farm Sues Trader Joe's in Cookie Lawsuit
      • Jacob Eaton Certified as Specialist in Bankruptcy
      • KDG Managing Partner Joseph D. Hughes Receives Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating
      • Trademark Lawsuit Filed as Coffee Companies Fued
    • March
      • 3.31.16 Harassment & Workplace Bullying Prevention Training ~ State Mandated AB1825
      • Executive That Left Lyft for Uber Sued by Former Employer
      • Why Legal Help Is Often Necessary with IP Law
    • February
      • Copyright, public domain and fair use: a brief guide
      • Lawsuit involving NVIDIA, Samsung somewhat resolved
      • California Board of Legal Specialization Recognizes and Celebrates Hagop T. Bedoyan's 20th Anniversary as a Certified Legal Spec
      • KDG congratulates Hagop T. Bedoyan on 20 years as a certified legal specialist in Bankruptcy law.
    • January
      • KDG Expands Ownership for 2016 and Announces New Partners
      • Paint Protection Patent Allegedly Infringed Upon, Says 3M
      • How Do You Protect Your Company's Trade Secret?
  • 2015
    • December
      • The Three Types of Patents, and What They Can Do for You
      • One Minute Business Brief in Bakersfield Magazine (Dec. 2015)
      • During the Patent Application Process, What Are Your Rights?
    • November
      • Why a Business Needs Experienced Legal Representation
      • The Most Common Types of Brain Injuries
      • 'Fair Use' Likely Will Save Taylor Swift in IP Lawsuit
    • October
      • KDG Bankruptcy Department Obtains Large Chapter 11 Plan Approval
      • Removal of Trustee Reversed on Appeal
      • Jury Rules Against Apple in IP Lawsuit
      • 2015 KDG Employment Law Update
      • KDG's Business Litigation Department Welcomes Three Key Additions
      • KDG Obtains Favorable Result for Local Medical Group
      • KDG Partner, Timothy G. Scanlon, appointed to local council
      • KDG Attorney, Jacob L. Eaton, Elected to CCBA Board
      • KDG Bankruptcy Department Gains Approval of Significant Chapter 11 Plan
      • KDG Partners Receive BV Rating
      • The Trademark, the Service Mark, and What They Do for Companies
      • Success in Local Chapter 11 Case
      • Plan of Reorganization Approved
      • KDG's Appellate and Construction Law Departments Successfully Defend a Contractor Client's Constitutional Rights
      • Favorable Result Received for KDG Industrial Business Client
      • Catherine Bennett Elected to Bakersfield Art Foundation Board
      • Congratulations Go Out To Two KDG 2012 Super Lawyers
      • KDG Names Thomas V. DeNatale, Jr. as Managing Partner
      • How a Copyright Is Different from a Patent
      • KDG Partner Kevin C. Findley Receives Martindale-Hubbell® AV Rating
      • Barry Goldner Receives the Bench and Bar Award
      • Hagop T. Bedoyan Appointed to State Bar Board
      • $700,000 Fraud Judgment Not Discharged
      • KDG Announces New Partner Kurt Van Sciver
      • KDG Names New Managing Partner & Asst. Managing Partner
      • Jordan Sues Second Grocery Store for Using His Likeness
      • Timothy G. Scanlon Receives Martindale Hubbell BV Rating
      • KDG Represents Seller in Local Transaction
      • Congratulations Go Out to Two KDG 2015 Super Lawyers!
      • Bankruptcy Group Prevails in High Stakes Claim Objection
      • KDG Partner, Dustin Dodgin, Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars List.
      • 2 KDG Partners Receive Martindale-Hubbell® AV Ratings.
      • KDG Partner, Timothy Scanlon, Receives 2015 Legal Elite Award
      • KDG Partner, Nancy L. Oehler, Appointed to Local Board
      • Congratulations to 2013 Super Lawyer, Hagop T. Bedoyan!
      • Hagop T. Bedoyan Will Speak at CCBI and State Bar of California Annual Meeting
      • On Patents, and What They Mean for Inventors
    • September
      • Congratulations to 2013 Super Lawyer, Catherine Bennett!
    • July
      • Congratulations to 2014 Super Lawyer, Catherine E. Bennett!
      • Congratulations Go Out to Two KDG 2014 Super Lawyers!
      • KDG Partner Timothy G. Scanlon Receives Martindale-Hubbell® AV Rating
      • KDG Announces New Partners
      • KDG Partner Hagop Bedoyan Produces Title 18 Seminar
      • Appellate Success for KDG Attorneys
      • KDG Partner, Dustin Dodgin, Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Star list.
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