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The rapid pace of technological innovation continues to transform industries, but it also creates new challenges in the legal landscape. We delve into the key trends shaping software litigation in the coming year.

Computer Expert

Copyright & CMI Expert

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Device & Electronics Expert

Forensics & Data Recovery

Technology and law: key trends in software litigation for 2025

Discover how forensic source code analysis uncovers hidden evidence in software disputes, aiding legal cases involving intellectual property and trade secrets.

Project Management

Database Development

Branding & Creative

Forensic Source Code Analysis: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Supports Litigation

Like most testing, usability testing is done both early and often. Fortunately you don’t need to spend a lot of money on a pretentious “usability lab” to address most of your usability problems. In fact you only need 3-4 people to find 75% of your usability problems.

Project Management

The 5-minute usability test

Whether it's a contract breach, intellectual property issue, or software failure, a software expert can provide vital clarity into technical complexities that are beyond the scope of the average attorney or judge. When should a software expert witness be retained?

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Contract Performance

Copyright & CMI Expert

Database Expert

Device & Electronics Expert

How early in a case should a software expert witness be retained?

“API” used to only be about header files and function definitions — you know, stuff only programmers cared about — but not so much anymore. Now your software’s API is becoming the make-or-break center piece of your technology strategy.

Software Engineering

Database Development

Not building an API? You’re doing it wrong

Learn expert strategies to protect trade secrets like proprietary algorithms and source code in the digital age, safeguarding your business assets effectively.

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Database Development

Branding & Creative

Trade secret protection in the digital age: expert strategies for businesses

Trade secrets—intangible assets that provide a competitive edge—are often at the heart of a company’s success. Protecting these valuable assets requires a deep understanding of a trade secret and the measures to keep it confidential.

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Source Code Expert

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Contract Performance

Copyright & CMI Expert

Why you need trade secret expert witness services

Discover when software obfuscation is a legitimate security measure and when it might be a red flag for trade secret theft, ensuring legal and ethical use.

Project Management

Database Development

Branding & Creative

Understanding software obfuscation: when it’s legitimate vs. when it hides trade secret theft

It is important right from the beginning of your software-related case to support your allegations and/or defenses with a software industry expert’s advice and input. The more complex your case and the software involved, the sooner you should consult with an expert.

Copyright & CMI Expert

Forensics & Data Recovery

Source Code Expert

Trade Secret Expert

Why having a software industry expert witness at the start of your cases makes the end easier

Whether integrating third-party libraries, assessing internal software for vulnerabilities, or preparing for potential litigation, large-scale source code reviews often present challenges that can derail projects and create legal or financial risks.

Computer Expert

Contract Performance

Copyright & CMI Expert

Database Expert

Device & Electronics Expert

Challenges in source code review: what companies need to know