In today’s society the protection of a Company’s intellectual property is becoming more important by the day as companies strive for a competitive advantage in a crowded marketplace. Intellectual property can be a bit of a buzz word however and many people do not understand what intellectual property is and how it can be protected […]
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Intellectual Property considerations for businesses
What is intellectual property and what are some types of intellectual property? The best way to describe what intellectual property actually is, in a general sense, is to say that it results from someone using their mind or intellect to create something new or original. The issue then flows, what can be done to protect […]
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Crowdfunding reform must tread a fine line
Have you heard of a product too unique to be funded in the mainstream market? Not so long ago, these ventures often stayed on the drawing board, but now the “crowdfunding” revolution is turning many of them into a reality.
MoreTrade Marks are vital for business owners intent on developing and protecting business brands
What would happen to your business if a new competitor providing identical services started trading in your locality using a very similar business name, asks intellectual property lawyer ROBERT STARKE. This situation recently transpired for one of Baker Love’s clients, a longstanding and successful business owner. It caused genuine confusion among the public who couldn’t […]
MoreUsing readily-available internet images can cost your business if you have not sought permission
You found the perfect image online to use on your blog, or on your next social media post, but stop before you use it – it may cost you if you don’t have permission to use it.
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3D printing: Design revolution or intellectual property nightmare?
For a designer or manufacturer, 3D printing is set to transform the industry, as it is an on-demand manufacturing model.
More Disputed territory – protecting domain names
A recent court decision highlights the difficulties of protecting domain names from exploitation by competitors. REA Group Ltd (REA) owns the domain names realestate.com.au and realcommercial.com.au from which it runs property portals. It also owns trademarks which feature the domain names realestate.com.au and realcommercial.com.au, along with the tag-line “Australia’s No.1 property site” and a logo.
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Social media: Money can’t buy my ‘Like’
Significant revenue can be made from social media accounts but buying them from another business is neither legally nor practically straightforward.
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Our IP checklist: 8 simple steps to protect your Intellectual Property assets
Setting up a business, or maintaining a business gives rise to a variety of intellectual property (IP) matters, so it is important to understand what your assets are and to act to protect them, according to REBECCA McKENZIE.
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Intellectual Property
Almost all enterprises face issues involving the protection and maximisation of IP Our Intellectual Property (IP) team offers clients a complete range of services, providing continuous assistance with respect to protection, commercialisation, defence and enforcement of IP rights. Any business, large or small, will encounter issues with respect to IP. Baker Love Lawyers can provide […]
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