In our rapidly evolving digital world, software development has become an essential element across various industries. Whether you’re a tech startup on the cutting edge of innovation or an established company aiming to enhance your digital infrastructure, it is crucial to understand the legal aspects of software development. So, let’s delve into the legal considerations […]
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Starting a new business venture can be an exhilarating and challenging experience. Amid the excitement, it’s crucial not to overlook the legal aspects that can protect your business’s future success. By taking proactive steps to protect your business from the start, you can establish a solid legal foundation that will help mitigate risks and ensure
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Selecting a good trademark name is a crucial element that involves considering several factors to ensure that the name is unique, distinctive, and capable of identifying the source of the goods or services associated with it. What you don’t want is something generic or descriptive. For instance, you sell bananas and you’re thinking of trademarking
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What is Technology Law? Technology law refers to the legal framework and regulations that govern the use and development of technology. It covers a wide range of topics, including (IP) intellectual property, data privacy, cybersecurity, and the liability of tech companies. Technology law plays a crucial role in shaping the development and use of technology
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When buying a business, it’s important for buyers to consider the legal aspects involved to ensure a smooth transaction and avoid any potential problems down the road. It’s just as important that the sellers have everything in place from a legal perspective. Due diligence (DD) is the process of thoroughly investigating and verifying all aspects
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We are just over Halloween but that doesn’t mean all the scary business stuff has disappeared off the face of the earth. This week over at Jamieson Law we have been talking about all things spooky! Whether that be having your trademarks in place, supplier agreements up to date or shareholders agreements dotted and signed,
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One of the most important aspects to think about from a legal point of view is the vulnerabilities that could be hiding in the tiny cracks of your business. Here are some actionable steps to carry out to make sure that your business is fully protected. Brand Protection Brand protection is paramount for a
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We hear a lot about intellectual property (IP) protection while starting and growing a business. Lots of people say they “need to protect their IP”, but not so many are clear about how and why. We talk a lot about trademarks, protecting your branding – your name, your logo, maybe a slogan. But there is
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If you haven’t already realised, trademarking is one of our favourite topics here at Jamieson Law. One question we get pretty often across the board is “does registering your trademark in the UK give you protection elsewhere?”. For example, would registering your trademark in the UK protect your brand name (or whatever you’re registering) in,
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At Jamieson Law, we’re *kind of* obsessed with celebrity trademark battles and dramas. We know, it’s a bit sad, it’s the trademark geek inside of us all coming out! Let’s chat about an interesting one involving a celebrity icon. So Beyoncé of course had her daughter ‘Blue Ivy Carter’ back in 2012. As we know,
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