Registering a trade mark in Australia gives you exclusive rights to use and licence and protects your brand locally, but what happens when your business expands overseas? Here is what you need to know about protecting your trade ...
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In the retail industry, intellectual property is more than just legal protection. It is a powerful way to compete. From brand names and logos to product designs and marketing materials, retailers use IP to make their business unique ...
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Episode I: what is Midjourney? Midjourney is a subscription-based generative AI platform that creates images from text prompts submitted by its users. The subscription levels range from $10 to $120 per month. Similar to many other ...
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A closer look behind those bold banners End of financial year sales are everywhere and so are the massive discount claims, ‘60% off everything!’, ‘storewide deals!’ ‘sitewide discounts!’. You’ve probably seen them in ...
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When 2 well-known Australian recipe creators argue over who owns the rights to a caramel slice recipe, it's not just about who can bake it better - it turns into a legal dispute about copyright in the food industry. The caramel slice ...
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Part 2: mandatory ransomware reporting. The Cyber Security Act became law on 29 November 2024. In part 2 of our 4 part series, we discuss the key considerations for businesses on mandatory ransomware reporting obligations under ...
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1. Understanding non-disclosure agreements in Australia: what you need to know Whether you’re launching a startup, entering into a joint venture or simply discussing a new idea with a potential partner, protecting sensitive ...
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We all love a handshake agreement. But dependable relationships can become a source of constant headaches and nuisance when things turn sour. With the benefit of hindsight, you may wish you were better prepared with a well written ...
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In the world of motorsport, success is not just measured in lap times and podium finishes, it is also about what is happening off the track. If you have ever looked closely at a race car (or a driver’s race suit, helmet, or even ...
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The Supreme Court gives rent review caps a ‘nod’ The Supreme Court of Victoria has recently delivered a ruling confirming that a cap on rent reviews is not prohibited under section 35 of the Retail Leases Act 2003 (Vic) (RLA). ...
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