Technology, Privacy and AI Law
You want your business to stay ahead in the digital economy, and we have the legal talent in the technology space to help you make the difference.
Gouchev Law is a highly-regarded Technology Law Firm. We embrace innovation in your business and drive new value for your organization.
Master Service Agreements for Software Developers and Statement of works, Vendor Agreements and SaaS Contracts.
We represent clients in all technology related contracts and transactions. We are well-versed the in intellectual property components of these deals. Our clients range from fast-growing, funded start-ups to Fortune 100 companies in a wide range of industries, including consulting, SaaS, and online platforms, social media and apps.
When it come to understanding technology law, few attorneys think like the change-makers who build the technology. We get the mindset that makes you a true innovator. Gouchev Law structures and fiercely negotiates technology deals every day.
Welcome to Gouchev Law– Leading Artificial Intelligence Lawyers
As technology continues to evolve, businesses are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to transform their operations. With this rapid advancement comes the need for specialized legal expertise. At Gouchev Law, we are more than just lawyers—we are trusted partners for businesses navigating the complexities of AI and technology law. Whether you’re integrating AI into your business, managing data-driven innovations, or negotiating AI service agreements, our team provides unparalleled expertise tailored to your needs.
What Should I Look for in an AI Law Firm?
When selecting a law firm that specializes in AI, there are several key factors to consider:
Expertise in Technology and Law: AI legal matters require a deep understanding of both technology and law. Look for a firm that not only understands the legal intricacies but also has a grasp of the underlying AI technologies. This includes knowledge of data privacy, machine learning, algorithms, and AI’s impact on intellectual property (IP). Our attorneys at [Your Firm Name] are not only legal experts but are also tech-savvy, staying ahead of the curve in AI developments.
Specialization in AI-Related Contracts: Contracts involving AI come with unique challenges, from data usage rights to liability issues arising from AI-generated outputs. You’ll want a firm with a proven track record in drafting, negotiating, and litigating AI contracts. At [Your Firm Name], we have extensive experience working on AI-related agreements, ensuring your contracts cover all critical aspects—from intellectual property ownership to risk allocation.
Industry Experience: The AI landscape spans multiple industries—media, software, healthcare, beauty, finance, insurance, and more. A good AI law firm should have industry-specific experience. Our attorneys have worked with clients in diverse sectors, bringing a tailored approach that aligns with your business’s unique needs.
Data Privacy and Security Compliance: AI applications often handle vast amounts of sensitive data. Ensuring compliance with global data privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA is crucial. Choose a law firm that understands these regulations and can help you avoid costly data breaches or regulatory fines. We guide our clients through the complexities of data protection laws, ensuring AI solutions comply with legal standards.
Forward-Thinking and Innovative: In the fast-evolving world of AI, you need a law firm that is innovative and adaptable. Gouchev Law continuously monitors legal developments in AI to provide the most up to date legal advice. We help businesses not only mitigate risks but also capitalize on new opportunities.
What Should I Look for in a Law Firm Specializing in AI Contracts?
AI contracts are inherently more complex than standard commercial agreements due to the nature of AI technologies. Here’s what to prioritize when choosing a law firm that specializes in AI contracts:
1. Comprehensive IP Protection: AI developments often raise questions about intellectual property ownership. Does your AI system generate content? Who owns that output—the business, the developer, or the AI tool provider? At Gouchev Law, we ensure that your IP rights are clearly defined and protected, allowing you to retain control over the valuable AI outputs your business generates.
2. Risk Management and Liability: AI systems are not perfect. From “AI hallucinations” (incorrect outputs) to decisions made by autonomous systems, businesses must manage liability risks. We craft contracts that clearly outline liability and indemnification provisions to protect your business from unexpected claims related to AI malfunctions or misuse.
3. Clear Data Use and Privacy Terms: AI systems depend on large datasets to function effectively, raising concerns about how data is collected, stored, and used. Our firm has extensive experience in drafting AI contracts that cover data privacy, ensuring your business is compliant with applicable regulations and that your data usage practices are legally sound.
4. Adaptability for Future Technologies: The AI landscape is constantly evolving, and so should your contracts. At [Your Firm Name], we create AI agreements that are flexible enough to accommodate future technological advancements. We future-proof your contracts, so you can adjust to changes in technology without renegotiating core legal terms.
5. Cross-Border Expertise: AI technologies often have global implications. Whether you’re working with AI vendors across borders or dealing with international data laws, having a law firm with cross-border expertise is essential. Our team handles AI contracts and negotiations across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring seamless compliance and enforcement globally.
Why Choose Gouchev Law as Your Artificial Intelligence Law Firm?
We don’t just understand the technology law and SaaS solutions—we understand AI and represents the world’s change-makers in tech. We pride ourselves on being agile, responsive, and forward-thinking, making us the ideal partner in this fast-moving AI world. Book a session to learn how we can support your business’s AI initiatives, including GenAI privacy and IP in commercial agreements, with boutique legal guidance.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER | SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS
You know you need a detailed legal analysis software development agreements, especially those software agreements with large companies or international developers. Software developer agreements need to have
- representations and warranties
- ownership of the intellection property
- acceptance of each development phase
- remedies for delivering non-conforming work product
- detailed Statements of Work (SOW) accompanying master service agreements
How we helped Clint
“Gouchev Law has helped me tremendously with my startup by providing legal guidance and advising on how to protect my IP. As a new business there are so many things to worry about, and having someone you can trust with legal counsel is a big relief. Jana has helped many companies and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.”
Clint Chang, Team Member, FanCamp Inc.
Modern Legal Counsel
Software as a Service (SaaS) Law
Our clients count on us to draft and advise on agreements related to the development, sourcing, licensing, and distribution of software, data and other intellectual property assets. We provide implementing software and Software as a Service (SaaS) agreements, cloud computing, hosting, integration, support and maintenance, procurement, outsourcing, proof of concept, development, co-development and a wide range of distribution models including OEM, reseller, co-sellers, affiliate, referral programs and strategic alliances.
Technology Licensing
Clients who are purchasing or licensing technology, data or other IP benefit from our understanding of both the client’s and service provider’s businesses. We draft and negotiate deals that meet clients’ objectives and appropriately mitigate their risks. We negotiate robust and practical commercial contracts that lay the foundation for a successful outcome.
We leverage our client’s intellectual property and advise on licensing models and agreements for data, information and content including data sourcing, contribution, subscriptions, distribution programs, affiliate and referral arrangements, strategic alliances, data and content development.
TERMS OF SERVICE (TOS) AND PRIVACY POLICIES
Mobile apps and other software require the platforms and app providers to display Terms of Service (ToS) and Privacy Policies (PP). For apps, online platforms, and software companies, Gouchev Law can provide quick turnarounds and a luxury legal service experience.
An AI platform has a different Terms of Use model from a SaaS company, an ecommerce platform, or consulting firm. Each of these models needs terms of service and privacy policies that reflect their specific products and services.
Expert Terms of Service & Privacy Lawyers: Safeguard Your Business with Tailored Legal Protection
The Terms of Use or Terms and Conditions that we draft help businesses minimize their exposure to adverse events with website users. We work with clients to understand their business in order to ensure their terms and conditions address permitted uses on the site, user conduct, limitation of liability, representations and warrants, indemnification, privacy, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, intellectual property and downloading of content, among other issues.
It is critically important that the terms and conditions be clear and enforceable for both your company and affiliates. Our technology law and business lawyers can conduct a legal analysis of your online activities including web agreements, consent language, data collection practices, and data pass-through to third-party billing for e-commerce activities, as well as meet important regulations, such as:
- Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
- Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
- CAN-SPAM Act
- Digital Millennium Copyright Act
- Define rights and ownership, particularly with respect to user-generated content (UGC)
- Restore Online Shopper’s Confidence Act
Preventing Problems Before They Arise
Our technology and internet lawyers help you protect your business from regulatory investigations, legal challenges and advertising litigation. We can:
- Limit the liability of the website for damages or losses incurred by the company or by the customer, website user, or participant.
- Set expectations through a disclaimer of warranties.
- Provide for enforcement strategies should a customer or website user violate the terms and conditions. This can include defining what and how legal action may be pursued–in what state and in what form.
Data Retention & Cyber Security
We counsel clients regarding developments in cybersecurity and privacy laws, both domestically and abroad. Our experience includes advising clients on the collection and handling of personal information, including under Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Our Data Privacy Law attorneys advise clients on a broad range of Internet privacy matters, including the proper usage and storage of individuals’ private financial, medical, and personal information. We work with clients to craft campaigns, terms of use and conditions and privacy policy statements that help address compliance now, and with an eye towards the future. We also help clients in securing the use of celebrities and other individuals in advertising and marketing campaigns, including the right to use an individual’s image or likeness.
Data Privacy Law
These days, companies need document retention policies that make sure employees not only retain all company emails, texts, communications in various apps and voice messages, but also have a plan for getting rid of all that same information in a timely manner. Companies have to establish both a retention and secure disposal schedule for each communication channel and make sure these disposals comply with applicable statutory or regulatory requirements. Balancing data minimization with requirements to preserve legally significant information is key.
Biometric Privacy Protections Laws
Biometric data is increasingly used for authentication purposes, and the number of biometric privacy class actions continues to skyrocket. To minimize their risk, businesses must be vigilantly aware of the current and soon-to-come laws and technical requirements, be very strict with compliance, and aggressive in defending against litigation. Stronger biometric privacy protection laws are being implemented across the country. This is where technology lawyers will help balance biometric law compliance, while helping to not interfere with the business’s innovation.
The Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) is the oldest biometric regulation in the United States. It regulates the collection and storage of biometric information, including retina scans, iris scans, fingerprints, palm prints, voice recognition, facial recognition, DNA recognition, and even scent recognition. Under BIPA, private entities that utilize biometric information must have a written policy, schedule, and guidelines its collection, retention, and destruction. As more and more states pass comprehensive privacy laws, companies that collect and use biometric data need to pay close attention to creating policies and procedures, implementing appropriate security measures, and being aware of the notice and consent requirements various laws impose.
Helping You: Lead With Innovation
Trusted Counsel At Your Side
As your outside general legal counsel we’ll be right there with you, providing continuing counsel to you and your company as you face new opportunities and challenges. We will help you to create partnerships that maximize your growth while protecting your interests.
Sample Agreements we handle:
- Software Licenses
- Software Development Agreements
- SaaS/Cloud Agreements
- Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
- AI Licensing Agreements
- AI Procurement Agreements
- Service Agreements for AI Tools
- AI Integration and Support Contracts
- AI Development Contracts
- Data Sharing and Usage Agreements
- Direct Customer Agreements
- Vendor Agreements
- AI Risk and Liability Contracts
- Reseller Agreements and Distribution Agreements
- Partner Agreements
- Support and Maintenance Agreements, with Service Level Agreements and Escalation Procedures
- End User License Agreements (EULA)
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Content Agreements
- Click Wrap ad Shrink Wrap Agreements
- Terms of Service
- Terms of Use
- Professional Services Agreements and Consulting Agreements
- E-Commerce Agreements
- Marketing Agreements
- Web Hosting Agreements
- Acceptable Use and Privacy Policies
- Open Source Licenses
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Contracts
- Software as a Service (SaaS) Agreements
- Terms of Use & Privacy Policies
- AI Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Ethical AI Use Policies and Bias Prevention
- Intellectual Property Licensing
- Patents, Trademarks and Copyrights
- Intellectual Property Protection & IP Disputes
- Software Development and Licensing Agreements
- Privacy Law & Cyber Security
- Technology Agreements
- Purchase, sale or license of proprietary technology.
- Data Privacy and Compliance
- AI Governance and Policy Development
- eCommerce
- Communications Decency Act and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act
- Website Legal Disclaimers
- Strategic Sourcing Agreements
- Client Service Agreements
- Confidentiality Agreements
- Joint Venture Agreements
- Online marketing and advertising law
- Intellectual property filings to protect software, including the underlying source code