Don’t be too quick off the mark when it comes to Olympic marketing
Celebration of the success of countries, athletes and the increased interest in sports garnered by…
August 16, 2024 By Olivia Richards
What is a Trade Mark Assignment?
A trade mark assignment is a legal transaction which transfers ownership in a trade mark…
August 12, 2024 By Olivia Richards
What is the difference between Free Software and Open Source Software and why does it matter for your business?
Free Software and Open Source Software are often confused with the terms sometimes being used…
July 25, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Protecting your User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Designs
An aesthetically and experientially effective web or app user-interface forms an important part of your…
July 25, 2024 By Stephens Scown
First UKIPO Motion Mark
In January 2019, we flagged incoming changes to UK trade mark law – namely, the…
June 25, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Children’s personal data – consent as a lawful basis for processing under GDPR
The processing of personal data in England and Wales is governed by the General Data…
June 25, 2024 By Amy Ralston
Brands and Influencers – the risks of not complying with ASA rules on Instagram
This month, the Advertising Standard Authority (ASA) published a report assessing whether influencers are complying…
June 25, 2024 By Amy Ralston
Influencers and brands – promoting alcohol on social media
What are the rules around promoting alcohol on social media, and what are the risks…
June 25, 2024 By Amy Ralston
Advertising Standards and gender stereotyping
This article sets out information on the first rulings that the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA)…
June 25, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Influencers and brands – legal considerations for giveaways and competitions on social media
What are the rules and regulations that brands and influencers need to be aware of…
June 25, 2024 By Amy Ralston
Does your dormant company need to be registered with the ICO?
The Information Commissioners Office (ICO) is currently writing to businesses that are not registered with…
June 25, 2024 By Robert Brooks
Client story: Thatchers Cider
Making Thatchers cider on Myrtle Farm in Sandford, North Somerset since 1904, four generations of…
June 25, 2024 By Stephens Scown