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Designs

Design infringement is theft (and big brands are getting away)

Securing design rights is essential to protecting the intellectual property of your business. Whether you are a designer, small business owner, or operating in creative sectors of the UK market, understanding design rights infringement and how to protect yourself from ...

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Social media

Influencer Marketing – Legal Things to Consider

In a world where businesses are moving away from traditional advertising like newspapers and magazines, you must get creative.  One effective approach is to use influencers to market your products or services on social media. But what exactly should you ...

Estate Planning

The New Powers of Attorney Act 2023 – What Does This Mean For Applicants?

The government has recently passed the new 2023 Powers of Attorney Act, which brings much needed reforms to the process of applying for a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). It has been suggested that the new ability to apply online ...

Estate Planning

Common Mistakes When Drafting an LPA – How Can These Be Avoided?

Waiting times for registering an LPA are especially long, especially in light of the Covid-19 Pandemic which has made them significantly longer. Indeed, currently wait times are currently at an average of 20 weeks. To make the process easier for ...

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

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