| Are you ready for the next crisis in subprime loans?
Last week, the Fed raised short term interest rates. While some observers may worry that rising rates will stall further economic growth, higher rates will offer positive benefits for some investors. One sector of the economy to watch closely this year is the subprime auto loan market. Default rates began increasing several months ago. Rising rates may cause trouble for these loans that could eventually impact the entire auto industry. If you need to analyze your exposure to interest rate hikes, you may want to contact Asterion’s staff of experienced financial consultants. How well protected are your trade secrets and intellectual property? Two recent lawsuits point out the fierce competition and vulnerability inherent in the development of new technology. Doppler Labs has alleged that Bose invested in their Kickstarter campaign in order to access new earbud technology. Alphabet, parent company of Google and their driverless car division, Waymo, asserts that Uber hired an employee who brought Google’s patents with him. Maybe every tech innovation should include a litigation budget as part of its’ business plan. Asterion’s staff has extensive experience in trademark and patent infringement matters. If you need assistance in an intellectual property matter, you may want to contact us. On the Lighter Side: Is LaTrobe famous for anything besides Rolling Rock and Arnold Palmer? The banana split was invented in this small but mighty Pennsylvania town. If this is your favorite dessert, enjoy one now. The banana you love is a human creation and may be about to disappear. The Thread Recommends: Reviewing the U.S. Supreme Court nominee’s record. Spotlight on Forensics Asterion has extensive experience in the provision of forensic & dispute consulting services, including: Damage Analyses, Intellectual Property, Forensic Bankruptcy, Forensic Investigations and Valuation. |
March 21, 2017