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How to deal with a nuisance neighbour
twitterlinkedininstagramA person's home is their sanctuary, so having a problem neighbor can be a very stressful experience. Trying to deal with the problem can be even more stressful. First, you should remember that your neighbour is equally in their own home too,...
3 Tips to Protect your Brand Names Online.
twitterlinkedininstagramA reputable and visible online presence is becoming a cornerstone of all business today. Social Media opens up new platforms to sell your goods and services to a global audience. Ensuring you have a unique brand image is key to setting yourself...
Succession Planning: What happens to your company shares following death
twitterlinkedininstagramWhat happens to your company shares following death It is well known that anybody can make a will to decide how their assets are distributed following death. For anybody holding assets, they are strongly advised to make one. Most of the time,...
Non-UK resident SDLT surcharge: Considerations for overseas off-plan buyers.
twitterlinkedininstagramFollowing changes to the law in April 2021 non-UK residents purchasing residential property within England and Northern Ireland are liable to pay a 2% Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) surcharge when their effective completion date is on or after 1...
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...
Banksy loses Trademark and Raises Questions over Protecting Rights in all His Street Art
twitterlinkedininstagram"Banksy" the anonymous English street artist is world-renowned for his satirical street-art and take on world events, even opening a hotel in Israel facing onto the West Bank border wall which boasts in typical Banksy fashion of having "the...
Ending a Tenancy in the event of a Tenant’s Death
twitterlinkedininstagramIn the event that a tenant should die, the tenancy remains and in order to bring the tenancy to an end, a notice to quit must be served at the property and a copy notice on the Public Trustee. It is necessary for both recipients to be validly...
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