Understanding Copyrights: The Things you Need to Know
(5-minute read) In our last article, we covered two of the three pillars of Intellectual Property protection: Patents and Trademarks. In this article, we will focus on the third pillar: the mysterious and ubiquitous concept of Copyright. In this digital age, where ideas and information are so readily available and easily reproduced, it is essential
Read MoreIntellectual Property Law: Understanding Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights
(3 minute read) In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, which also includes the Creative Community (or at least those artists who wish to earn a living from their creative work), intellectual property (IP) plays a pivotal role in safeguarding innovations, creations, and brands. Intellectual property law serves as the backbone for protecting these valuable assets
Read MoreFollowing Rihanna’s Footsteps: A Legal Twist in the Fashion World
(3 minute read) In a world where fashion and law intersect, unexpected clashes can lead to intriguing legal battles. The recent case of Puma v EUIPO (Case T-647/22) sheds light on the complexities surrounding intellectual property rights in the realm of artists and creative design, with none other than music sensation Rihanna at the centre
Read MoreThe End of Section 21: Exploring the Alternatives for Landlord-Tenant Evictions
(5-minute read) In a significant shift for rental housing in the UK, the previous government’s proposition to abolish Section 21 eviction notices marked a pivotal moment in the landlord-tenant relationship. Originally introduced under the Housing Act 1988, Section 21 allowed landlords to evict tenants without providing a reason, contributing to widespread concerns about housing insecurity
Read MoreDemystifying Wills: Navigating Legal Requirements, Implications of Intestacy, and Best Practices for Maintenance
(3 minute read) A Will is a legal document that outlines how you want your assets to be distributed after your death. It also specifies who will be responsible for carrying out your wishes and who will take care of your children if they are minors. Most importantly, a Will enables you to plan and
Read MoreInstant legal document drafting at the click of your mouse?
Legal Automation In our October 2021 blog post, the trending issue of AI and Legal Document Automation was investigated. What was once thought of as back-to-the-future-esque thinking in the Legal World has increasingly become mainstream. The COVID-19 pandemic has ensured that what was once a peripheral topic is not so peripheral anymore. AI in the
Read MoreDo you think lawyers’ fees are too expensive? We agree…
In the current climate we feel that small to medium businesses need a little back, so we have designed an online platform ideal for SMEs, Solopreneurs and Start-Ups which empowers them to succeed in their aims and objectives without breaking the bank. LawScription boasts a wide variety of easy-to-draft templates which are available to you
Read MoreThe Passing of an icon… Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022)
Hillary Cooper Law would like to extend our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Royal Family following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday 8th September 2022. We join the rest of the nation in mourning this great loss. She was iconic. How will the Queen’s passing affect businesses and the economy? The
Read MoreLatest Eviction News for Local Landlords!
It has been three weeks since the Housing Secretary, Robert Jenrick, put the ‘Cat amongst the pigeons’ for landlords by extending the moratorium on possession orders which in turn has led to the implementation of Practice Direction 55C (PD55C) in order to assist with the transition between the stay of possession claims and the resumption
Read MoreCan a £500million lease be cancelled because of Brexit? Canary Wharf v European Medicines Agency [2019] EWHC 335 (Ch)
Could Brexit destroy the property market?
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