Passing off explained
The law of passing off is a complicated business but it needs to be considered where trade marks...
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Category: Design
Trade Shows
Here’s some videos to help you prepare for your trade / degree shows and what to do after your show… How to have a good trade show – the legal and organisational framework How to have a good trade show – the legal...
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Someone takes a photograph of your fashion design at a trade show without your permission
Someone takes a photograph of your fashion design at a trade show without your permission. Do you...
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Moral Rights
Moral rights are a special set of rights which belong exclusively to authors of literary,...
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Licensing: The Basics
What is a licence? A licence is a limited permission for another person to use your IP rights. It...
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What is Confidential Information?
In order for information to be protected as confidential two conditions must be fulfilled: (a) The...
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How can I protect my ideas when meeting prospective clients?
It is important before entering into negotiations with any third parties or prospective clients to...
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A seriously animated business
Indian animation talent is the toast of Hollywood. But is this really good news for local content...
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Fonts are intellectual property too
You’ve invested time and money into designing your corporate logo, but have you remembered...
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The IP Guide to… Industrial design
Industrial design brings together the aesthetics and the usability of mass produced products....
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How to protect your company or brand name
A trade mark is a sign that you apply to your goods or services to distinguish them from those of...
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I’m a designer: what do I need to know about IP?
Under UK and European intellectual property (IP) law, designers may have certain rights over their...
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