Whenever you’re thinking about undertaking a merger or acquisition, there are various things to consider before you make the initial approach. For IP departments, the first port of call should...
The trademark renewal process could be approached in different ways. When assigning intellectual property (IP) assets to a new owner, the relevant records must be amended so as to reflect this...
Although data protection laws vary according to the country, there are, generally, certain types of personal information which should never be made public, including featuring in intellectual...
The main problem a foreign entity faces in China is that it is a strictly "first to file" country. This means that the first company to apply for a trade mark registration, whether that company is...
Intellectual property (IP) assets are some of the most important and valuable of any company, and as such, the effective management of these rights during mergers and acquisitions is of paramount...
When registering a trademark, many businesses fail to maximise their brand value through making simple mistakes which compromise a marks exclusivity and uniqueness.
If your business has concluded that hiring external counsel to handle the management of its intellectual property rights (IP rights), here are a few helpful tips to help you to solidify your...
Brands that achieve a great level of success for their companies often become assets coveted by buyers, sellers and rival companies alike. Sometimes, a less honest company will try to take...
Why an IP portfolio? Companies often neglect a vital aspect of maintaining and developing their success by failing to protect their intellectual property (IP). A successfully managed IP portfolio...
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