AI-generated logos, copy, and code are creating a silent legal trap for small businesses. U.S. copyright law requires human authorship, meaning purely AI-generated assets often cannot be registered or legally protected. This matters enormously when deals, partnerships, or acquisitions involve IP due diligence. The key factors that determine ownership include the depth of human creative contribution, the AI platform’s own terms of service, and how thoroughly a business has documented its creative decisions. Small businesses can protect themselves by auditing existing assets, preserving records of human involvement, reviewing tool agreements, and updating contracts with vendors and freelancers. With more legal developments expected through 2027, acting on what is clear in 2026 is the safest move for business owners who want clean IP going into their next deal.
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Bryn’s work is exemplary. Well thought through, thorough, and balanced. Bryn is very good as weighing the risks involved against the issue being reviewed. He’s an excellent advisor because he gives you the good, the bad and the ugly of each issue and helps you figure out the best route to take.
Ned R.
Bryn was very helpful in reviewing our company’s transportation contracts and recommended several changes that have come to be very beneficial.
Lonnie R.
Bryn helped with a few members who were in dealing with legal situations. I was very pleased with his ability to listen and understand their situations and to provide a well thought out conclusion that was fact based. Each situation meet the demands and needs of our members.
Monty S.
Bryn Peterson is a knowledgeable and balanced corporate attorney with a wide-range of experience from trademarking to lease and trade negotiations. I had the pleasure of working with Bryn on almost a daily basis when he worked for Tree Top. Because our offices were next door to each other I saw and heard him in action interacting with dozens of people daily on all kinds of issues. In my role as Corporate Communications Director I also worked directly with Bryn and sought his expertise on many occasions related to food safety regulations, consumer concerns, vendor agreements and personal services contracts. Bryn was thorough in his review, thoughtful in his guidance, and diligent about serving the best interest of the company. I am confident Bryn will serve his clients well and deliver outstanding service.
Sharon M.
Bryn has been a big asset to me as he is always thorough and has impeccable integrity. Bryn’s knowledge and skills have made it easy to accomplish projects on time and on budget. He always has a great attitude and is a pleasure to work with.
Ray C.
Bryn is an extremely attentive business-focused attorney driven to “get the deal done”. Always willing to share experiences, advice and observations from a legal perspective, Bryn makes extraordinary efforts to understand the business side of issues and the potential opportunities therein.
Woody J.