A Global Meeting of the Brands
In Brief Last month, I represented Swaab Attorneys at the 138th Annual Meeting of the International Trademark Association (INTA) in Orlando…
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With the latest legal developments, legislation changes and case precedents.
Attacking IP infringers — look before you leap
Intellectual property may be the most valuable asset your business possesses. It is therefore wise to be on guard against…
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Gearing and Protecting Intellectual Property for the World Market
In brief Trade has been a big focus for the Australian Government in recent months. Newly minted bi-lateral and multi-lateral international…
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Building your business around innovation
In brief Innovation is the soil from which all successful businesses grow – not only as start-ups, but even in…
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Are your brands at risk?
In brief The value of your brands Sometimes, the truth hurts. Never is that more true than with a company’s brand –…
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Budget proposals offer start-ups an opportunity to get their legal house in order from the start
In Brief The Federal Government announced new measures in its budget this week that will no doubt be welcome to…
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Will illegal downloaders be forced to pay their dues and join the Club?
In Brief On 7 April 2015, the Federal Court of Australia handed down a landmark ruling involving piracy and privacy, and internet…
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Cellarmaster Wines must swallow a $110,000 penalty from ACMA
In Brief ACMA’s most recently publicised enforcement action, against Cellarmaster Wines Pty Ltd (part of the Woolworths group) acts as…
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ACCC takes first enforcement action under “unfair contract” laws in the Australian Consumer Law
In Brief- Don’t be caught in the ACCC’s crosshairs The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has started to take…
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3D printing — Top 10 IP challenges
In brief 3D scanning and printing technology has the potential to revolutionise manufacturing, like the rise of the personal computer…
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