In this episode of Ground Rules: Employment Law Over Your Coffee Break, hosts Pam Howland, Jennifer Walrath, and Doug Plass of Idaho Employment Lawyers are joined by J.D. Houvener, a patent attorney and founder of Bold Patents Law. Together, they explore the fascinating intersection of employment law and intellectual property—especially how ideas and inventions created in the workplace can raise important legal questions for both employees and employers. J.D. shares insights from his work with inventors and startups, including the critical importance of determining ownership of ideas developed while employed. The team also dives into topics like trade secrets, confidentiality, non-competes, and best practices for keeping proprietary information safe. Whether you're an entrepreneur, employer, or HR professional, this episode is packed with practical tips on protecting innovation in the workplace. 

If you have any patent-related questions, check out J.D.'s firm at:  https://boldip.com/

*Ground Rules hosts and guests are not providing legal advice in this podcast. Do not act upon any of the information discussed in this podcast without first consulting a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.*

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