Filing a trade mark is an essential first step for any business owner who wishes to protect the distinctiveness of their brand. With a registered trade mark, one is able to rely on the law for straightforward protection, unlike unregistered ...
Unlike physical property, intellectual property appreciates over time through licensing, sales or brand development. But because it is intangible (you can’t touch it), it is difficult to value and protect in legal disputes. In the absence of a well-defined agreement regarding the ...
Probate is a term many people come across when dealing with a loved one’s estate, but it’s also one surrounded by confusion and misinformation. Misunderstandings about probate can cause unnecessary stress, especially during an emotional time. To help clear things ...
Understanding the different intellectual property (IP) rights you have is important as a business. Each type of IP—trade marks, copyright, and design rights—are distinct, yet they can interact creating an overlapping protection for the various elements of a brand. In ...
Unexpected health crises and sudden complications can be a heavy burden on patients and their families. A sudden illness, unexpected accident, or complicated pregnancy are just a few examples of situations that require immediate and critical decision-making. It is where a Lasting ...
Cohabitation is widespread and is becoming ever more common. National figures show that cohabitation is the fastest growing family type in the UK having doubled in the last 10 years including couples of same sex. So who is a cohabitant? ...
