by GLG Legal | Oct 31, 2023 | Commercial, Innovation and Technology, Intellectual Property
What is a patent, and can I get one? We’ve all heard the expression “that’s a great idea, you should patent it”. But what does getting a patent entail? And are there things that cannot be patented? A patent is legal protection for any device, substance, method, or...
by Kat | Sep 13, 2023 | Commercial, Innovation and Technology, Intellectual Property
The best way to protect your brand is with a trademark registration. A trademark registration can cover your business name, logo, or even a slogan. With a registered trademark, you will have exclusive rights to those names and images, and the right to use them for the...
by Kat | Sep 3, 2023 | Intellectual Property, Property
If you think someone has stolen your work, is using a trademark or design too similar to yours, or is using your patent without consent, you need a cease-and-desist letter. An intellectual property (IP) cease-and-desist letter is the first step in dealing with IP...
by Kat | Aug 14, 2023 | Intellectual Property, Property
A shareholder’s agreement is a contract between the shareholders of a company, which governs the relationship between each shareholder, and specifies who controls the company. While it’s not a legal requirement, if your company has more than one shareholder, it’s...
by Kat | Aug 7, 2023 | Intellectual Property, Property
When is a publisher not a publisher? According to the High Court, when it’s Google. In a landmark defamation case, the court has confirmed that publishing hyperlinks to defamatory material written by others does not count as publication – or republication. However,...
by GLG Legal | Jul 4, 2023 | Commercial, Intellectual Property
Selling your hard-earned business is a potential exit strategy once you’re ready to close your books to start a new chapter in your life. There are many reasons a business owner would want to let go of their company. To ensure a smooth-sailing transition of power and...
