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: Performance and Drama
Film Finance
Watch these videos to learn more about film finance… Film finance: An overview Film finance: An overview on Vimeo. Film Finance (full) Film Finance (full) on...
Read MoreTrade 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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The IP Guide to… Film & Video
In the current economy and with the rapid growth of internet use, intellectual property (IP)...
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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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Using Other People’s Trade Marks in Your Film or Performance
Introduction Whether you are an independent film-maker, a big-budget studio or a theatre...
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Development Agreements – What Do They Mean For My Idea?
This briefing note is aimed at prospective creative talent who intend to pursue a career in...
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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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Definitions
The Glossary of IP Terms was originally prepared by Sarah Andrew of Arts Council England....
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