Vespero. Scotland’s first ‘tequila’ launched – but there’s a sour twist…
Many of us remember the Tequila song, assuring us that tequila makes us happy (at least until the hangover arrives). Yet there will be one location where this song will…
Many of us remember the Tequila song, assuring us that tequila makes us happy (at least until the hangover arrives). Yet there will be one location where this song will…
Are you in charge of a business? Would you like to protect your brand and enhance you reputation? If YES, in support of this year’s World Intellectual Property Day (26…
AI is slowly becoming a part of our lives whether we have stopped to think of it or not. From smart homes to voice devices (hello there Alexa), we’re becoming…
Navigating the legal waters of trade mark registration can be complex, but it’s crucial for protecting your brand. Ever wondered what qualifies for registration or when and where to file…
As businesses thrive through online marketplaces, the risk of intellectual property (IP) infringement also increases. It is alarming to see the number of unauthorised reproduction and unlawful distribution of protected…
As a business owner, receiving a Notice of Threatened Opposition from a third party can be unsettling. It is important to take this notice seriously and act promptly to protect…
You may already know that a trade mark is a legal symbol representing your unique brand, product, or service. It’s crucial to protect your trade mark from misuse or infringement….
When it comes to protecting intellectual property (IP), business owners are constantly on their toes to ensure that their assets are safeguarded. However, once an employee leaves a company, the…
Trade secrets are valuable assets for all businesses of all sizes. They can give you a competitive edge, help you attract and retain customers, and increase your business worth. Some…
In a major victory for songwriters, Ed Sheeran has been cleared of copyright infringement in a case that could have had a chilling effect on creativity in the music industry….
In a recent decision, the High Court of England and Wales has ruled that fictional characters can be recognised as copyright works. This is a significant development, as it means…
If you are looking to protect your trade mark(s) internationally then the Madrid Protocol system may be beneficial to you. The Madrid Protocol is an international treaty that went into…
All social media at the moment is ranting and raving about the new Barbie movie. It started as a kids doll in 1959 and now it’s a mainstream Hollywood film…
Hooray! You have made it through the trade mark registration process and you have your registration certificate – congratulations! At this point you might be thinking, that’s it, I can…
As a business owner, creating a brand and securing your trade marks are essential. However, sometimes, the process of applying and getting approval can be complex and confusing. One of…
As a business owner, protecting your intellectual property is incredibly important. Two (of many) forms of legal protection available in the United Kingdom are trade marks and copyright. While both…
As a business owner, you create and innovate every day. Whether it’s the design of a new product, the development of a piece of software or the creation of a…
The rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) in recent years have left many business owners, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and designers wondering about the impact of AI on Intellectual Property (IP). Will…
Brand owners are considering the use of their trade marks and how best to protect them following the UK Intellectual Property (“IPO”) published on 03 April 2023 the ““Practice Amendment-Notice…
Do you have a pending or registered UK trade mark or design? If so, you will want to make sure the new changes do not affect you. The UK Intellectual…
While social media can be hugely beneficial for many businesses, it is not without its problems. Organisations have had to adapt to deal with unfavourable reviews, account hacking, data protection…
Charlotte is a Commercial/Contracts lawyer and is Bournemouth born and bred. Having gained experience working both in top regional firms and In-House for a FTSE 100 Plc, an AIM listed national IT company…
Laceys have once again been recommended across seven of the firm’s specialist legal areas in the 2023 edition of the Legal 500, the client’s guide to leading law firms in…
In the world of intellectual property, trade mark opposition proceedings are becoming more common than ever before, and a small boutique, House of Zana, based in Darlington in England was…
It is a common misconception that registering a company name at Companies House automatically grants you rights in the name from a trade mark perspective. Equally when protecting a business…
It has been another busy few months in the world of intellectual property, with Ed Sheeran in the spotlight once more. Sam Chokri alleged that Ed Sheeran copied the “Oh…
Meghan Markle has been in the firing line (alongside Harry) since stepping down as a Senior Royal in January 2020 as she builds her own business and attempts to protect…
As a business, you probably have insurance in place to protect your assets, locks on your premises and even security teams to help ensure nobody steals what is yours. But…
Tiff joined Laceys in July 2021 as a paralegal and qualified as a Solicitor in 2023 deciding to specialise in Corporate and Commercial law. Tiff has relocated back home to…
M&S are at loggerheads with Aldi for the second time. After ‘Caterpillar-gate’ (M&S’s claim that Aldi’s Cuthbert the Caterpillar was a direct copy of its beloved Colin), it has now…
Whether you are launching a new product, expanding your existing business into new areas or starting an entirely new enterprise there is a lot to consider. What should the branding…
What if I told you that we have prepared a list of New Year’s resolutions that do not involve dusting off your running shoes, calorie counting or eating nothing but…
It can be easy to let your guard down once a business relationship has developed. You’ve manoeuvred your way through the negotiation stage, signed the contracts and the partnership is…
Edwina has returned to Laceys after working for Womble Bond Dickinson in Southampton and is a Senior Associate within our Corporate and Commercial team. Edwina specialises in commercial contracts, intellectual…
The current necessary restrictions imposed by the Coronavirus (Covid-19) have meant many businesses are struggling to trade and may need to start from scratch when the economic climate recovers. But…
Laceys Solicitors are the only Dorset firm to have been recognised within Intellectual Property (IP) within the 2020 Legal 500 Guide, an independent endorsement for the excellent service we provide…
If you’ve been preparing for a presentation and needed some visual prompts to add a little humour to an otherwise dry topic (as a solicitor that advises on data protection…
When you hear the word “copyright” you probably think of a book, piece of music or a photograph, and with good reason. Many literary, musical and artistic works are protected…
Modelling, photography, singing; the Beckhams seem to have done it all – and that’s just the children! “Brand Beckham” is an unstoppable force at the moment, and experts estimated their…
We all know how valuable reputation and branding can be. It’s why someone will pay double the standard price for their daily coffee (regardless of whether it tastes the best),…
What you need to know about the latest changes to European trade mark law. EU legislators have certainly been keeping us lawyers busy of late. Consumer law has been dramatically…
Raise your hands, metaphorically of course, if you are familiar with “Glee”, the US television series based around a group of high school children who form a singing club? Now…
Brendan has a BSc in Zoology and Psychology from the University of Liverpool, and went on to obtain his Post Graduate Diploma in Law, and Legal Practice Course at the…