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Could a “COVID prevention clause” become part of everyday B2B contracts in the future?
twitterlinkedininstagram Following President Biden's Executive Order mandating vaccination for US federal workers on 9th September, could a COVID clause become a standard provision in commercial contracts in the future? The law is forever adapting and must remain...
An Important win for freedom of speech.
twitterlinkedininstagramAi Law has acted on a successful claim against Blackpool Borough Council with respect to their government decision taken to ban bus adverts advertising an event held in September 2018 at the Blackpool Winter Garden by charity group Lancashire...
Articles of Association: What is missing from the Model Articles?
twitterlinkedininstagramAll limited companies must have articles of association. These set the rules company officers must follow when running their companies. “Model” articles of association are the standard default articles a company can use. They are prescribed by...
Why make a will and what you should consider.
twitterlinkedininstagramWhy make a will and what to Consider: Essential reasons to avoid your assets being distributed in accordance with the intestacy rules which could mean, for instance, your spouse not inheriting all of your estate to ensure that those you wish to...
BREXIT: Changes to Service Address rules for UK Intellectual Property Office
twitterlinkedininstagramUK Trade Mark Holders required to have a UK registered service address. From 1st January 2021, UK Trade Mark Holders are required to have a UK registered service address. EU registered addresses are no longer allowed. Ai Law provides a...
Can a Director be liable for its actions on behalf of an insolvent Company in England & Wales?
twitterlinkedininstagramA limited company is an incorporated entity. It has legal fiction, meaning in the eyes of the law, it is for all intents and purposes a natural person. Of course, the separate legal entity does not have arms or legs or a mouth, and so it needs...
GDPR shows its teeth against Twitter ($500,000 teeth), but does it go far enough?
twitterlinkedininstagramThe European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has made its first binding decision over a fine against Twitter for breach of GDPR by Twitter pursuant to its powers under Article 65 of GDPR in its "Decision 01/2020 on the dispute arisen on the draft...
The Essential Functions of a Trademark
twitterlinkedininstagramWhat is a trade mark? The terms "trade mark" and "brand" are often used interchangeably. Both refer to a recognisable sign that denotes origin and quality. A trademark can be infringed if it is used by another without the consent from the...
Coexistence agreements for trade mark owners.
twitterlinkedininstagramCoexistence agreements Coexistence agreements can be used to settle or avoid disputes where two parties wish to use similar marks for similar goods and services. If registration of a trademark is legitimately opposed, it is worth considering...
Trademarks: the importance of being precise and specific when registering your mark.
twitterlinkedininstagramThe Decision of the European Court or Justice preliminary ruling on 29 January 2020 in respect of Sky and Others (ECJ Case C 371/18, Sky and Others), gives useful guidance on applying for an EU trademark and the importance for applicants to be...
Modern Day Brand Protection – How can a Business Protect its Intellectual Property Online.
twitterlinkedininstagram Intellectual property denotes ownership in the forms of expression of certain types of information and ideas. They are invaluable rights and protect a businesses identity and creations. IP can exist in every aspect of a business, including its...
Succession Planning: Gifting the Family Home – Considerations
twitterlinkedininstagramFor most people the family home will make up the majority of their estate, so it is important that those looking to effect sensible succession planning are fully aware of the potential implications of gifting property to their children....
They’re ‘VAT’ it again – Court question highlights Subway may not be the healthiest fast food option After all
twitterlinkedininstagramThere is something about Subway that makes it feel healthier than other fast food chains, like McDonalds or KFC. Perhaps it is because you see what goes into it, as their staff follow their script moving down the counter constructing your sub...
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