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Business Structuring: a look at partnerships.
twitterlinkedininstagramAn insight into Partnerships as a business structure and analysis of the Partnership Act 1890, with some helpful advice on what to consider for people considering setting up with a partner or partners to commence trading. Our Adam Dickinson...
Can a robot infringe your rights?
linkedintwitterinstagram The increase in smart systems and fully-automated artificial intelligence in commerce is set to revolutionise society, yet it gives rise to significant questions for legislators as to how to apply the law to systems that are no longer...
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...
Limited Liability A history of Salomon v Salomon
twitterlinkedininstagramINTRODUCTION The concept of limited liability is, as some modern corporate law scholars believe, as important an invention as electricity and the steam engine. This might be too extreme a comparison, nevertheless, the importance of limited...
Blockchain: transcending the digital space, and bricks and mortar businesses.
twitterlinkedininstagramLooking to the future, this article considers the potential for blockchain technology to revolutionise society and its wider impact on everyday life. When you talk about blockchain, most people think about bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Whilst...
A Brave New World: Changes to Making a Will during COVID
twitterlinkedininstagramInsight below, from our Dominic Davidson, takes a look at the temporary amendment to the law on executing wills during the COVID pandemic. The UK's common law system is a dynamic one and it is vital for Parliament, and in turn Judges, to be...
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...
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