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Estate Planning

General Powers of Attorney (POA), Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) and Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPA): What is the Difference?

When planning for the future, it is important to understand the different types of powers of attorney and how they each respectively work. By understanding these legal documents and the rights they grant, you will be better prepared to make ...

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Designs

Design Infringement is Theft – And Brands Are Getting Away With It

Securing design rights is essential for safeguarding the intellectual property of your business. Designers, small business owners, or truly anyone operating in creative sectors in the UK market, where both registered and unregistered protections are available, should know the following ...

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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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