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Intellectual Property

Step by step legal guides on intellectual property related topics

The Kmart Case: A Wake-Up Call for Small Business on Modern Slavery Compliance

This attempt to hold Kmart accountable for alleged links to Uyghur forced labour in supply chains sends ripples far beyond the retail giant's boardrooms. Small businesses should be aware of the impact of the modern slavery legal regime into every sector of our economy.

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What Is Trademark Squatting?

Understanding what trademark squatting is and how it affects you is important for anyone running an established or expanding business. Find out more here.

How to Protect Your Logo

If your logo has been copied, you must prove your intellectual property rights. Learn what action you need to take before commencing legal action against infringers.
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What Words and Symbols Can’t You Trademark?

Trade marks are great branding tools but its important to know what words and symbols you should not attempt to trade mark. Find out here.

Generic Trademarks: An Explainer

Heard about generic trademarks? Keep reading to learn how the wording of your trademark can impact your application.

Patents vs Trademarks: How to Protect Your Business

Patents and trademarks are both important ways you can protect your business's intellectual property. Find out how they differ here.

Can More Than One Person Apply for a Patent?

Inventions are often the result of collaborative efforts. Find out if more than one person can apply for a patent in this guide.

Most Popular Articles

The Kmart Case: A Wake-Up Call for Small Business on Modern Slavery Compliance

This attempt to hold Kmart accountable for alleged links to Uyghur forced labour in supply chains sends ripples far beyond the retail giant's boardrooms. Small businesses should be aware of the impact of the modern slavery legal regime into every sector of our economy.

Understanding Document Retention Legal Requirements

In some instances, the law requires you to retain documents and data. In others, it requires you to destroy them. Read this article to find out about document retention requirements, relevant periods, and commercial best practice.

Can Someone Post My Photos On Social Media Without My Permission?

Do you own any rights to the photos you post on social media? What if someone uses them without your permission? Find out more about your rights to your images here.
A Definitive Break-Down of the 13 Australian Privacy Principles

A Definitive Break-Down of the 13 Australian Privacy Principles

What are the 13 Australian privacy principles? Read this article for a breakdown of each privacy principle.

What is a Copyright Assignment? A Complete Guide With Benefits 

Copyright assignment allows you to transfer the rights of you intellectual property. Learn more about how this will affect you.

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