Latest News
Example Of Trade Mark Confusion In The Marketplace
Trade mark confusion represents a major problem in the marketplace. A trade mark is a key element which stands your business apart from its competitors. Therefore, it’s important to carry out checks to ensure that there are no marks already in existence that would be...
When should you begin Infringement proceedings?
If you believe that an unauthorised third party is using your registered trade mark to sell or promote their goods and services and is potentially harming your pre-existing reputation in the marketplace, you need to know when you should begin infringement proceedings...
Types Of Trade Mark Infringement
There are three primary types of trade mark infringement in the UK that are cited in 1994’s Trade Marks Act. Violation of any of these can result in a penalty for the unauthorised third party. Acts which are considered to be a violation include: Fixing the sign onto...
Who can bring a Trade Mark Infringement claim?
If you’re considering bringing a trade mark infringement claim in respect of your already registered trade mark with a pre-existing reputation, you will need to know whether you are eligible to make the claim. Here, we take a closer look at who is eligible to bring...
Covid-19: Temporary Filing Requirements with Companies House
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the government has created an emergency filing service, the details of which were published on 26 June 2020. Originally drafted in April 2020, the new regulations provide breathing space for companies who normally file accounts...
Covid-19: Managing Distressed Assets
The recent pandemic has created enormous financial pressure for many businesses, particularly with regards to cashflow. Although the first peak of the infection seems to have passed, the economic impact is expected to continue to be felt by businesses for some time....
Covid-19: Contact Tracing and Data Protection in the Workplace
Minimising contact is seen as vital to minimise the spread of COVID-19 in the community. Employers have a very significant role to play in the process but it can be challenging balancing up privacy and data laws with the need to protect other employees. Here’s a...
Covid-19: Considering Redundancies as Furlough Scheme Closes
The furlough scheme is credited with saving many jobs, supporting businesses while they navigated the peak of the COVID-19 crisis. However, the scheme was never intended to stretch on forever, and businesses are now contemplating what the future looks like as...
Covid-19 Update: Introducing a Voluntary Code of Practice for Commercial Property
COVID-19 has forced the government to act rapidly, bringing in swingeing changes in a number of sectors. Many anticipated a new code of practice would be forthcoming for the commercial property sector, with the expectation that it would be mandatory. What arrived on...
Covid-19 Update: Employer FAQs
The government has issued advice to employer on how to manage COVID-19 and the support that is available. While this is subject to change at little notice, these FAQs are based on the latest information published and cover some of the areas which haven’t been as...
