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Trade Marks

What is trade mark infringement and do I need to trade mark my business?

What is a trade mark?   A trade mark is a form of intellectual property right (IPR). In England and Wales, all trade marks are protected by the Trade Marks Act 1994 (the “Act”). The Act defines trade marks as “any ...

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Contracts

What Every Content Creator Must Know About Copyright Assignment

The stone-cold truth is that in today’s world, content is everything. It holds immense value and significance in various aspects of life – whether you’re an influencer building a loyal following on social media, a small business owner using content ...

Arbitration

Challenging an Arbitral Award Out of Time: An Overview

It often happens that parties that have obtained an award during arbitration which they wish to appeal. While appealing arbitral awards is quite common in certain other jurisdictions, doing so in England and Wales is comparatively rare but not unheard ...

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Intellectual Property

Understanding Trade Mark Opposition

What is trade mark opposition? In the field of intellectual property (IP), trademarks are of vital importance. It distinguishes the goods and services of one business from another. It is the backbone of your brand identity.  The most frequent grounds ...

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Litigation

What is a costs budget (Precedent H)? 

Cost budgets are a crucial part of settling a civil case. Whether the matter is settled in or outside the court, the preparation of a cost budget is required for most cases. This includes: It is important to note that ...

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Contracts

The Legal Effects of the ‘Bethenny Clause’

How One Contract Revolutionized Reality TV: When Bethenny Frankel joined the glamorous world of ‘The Real Housewives of New York City’ in 2008, she, ironically, wasn’t even a rich housewife. Instead, she was a single, hardworking entrepreneur in the food ...

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