Intellectual Property

Step by step legal guides on intellectual property related topics

How Often Should I Update My Website’s Terms and Conditions?

A website's terms and conditions need to be updated consistently to be in line with Australian Consumer Law. This article breaks down the law on this.

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Does My Work Have Copyright Protection If It Is Not Registered?

Do you need to register for copyright? Here is everything you need to know about copyright and how to get copyright protection.

Expanding Overseas? How to Make Sure Your Website is Compliant

There's legal issues to consider when you take your business overseas. Here we discuss what to do for your website when expanding overseas.

How to Create an Effective IP Strategy for Your Business

Want to protect the most valuable assets your business owns? Find out how to design and implement an effective IP strategy here.

How Can I Protect My Intellectual Property As A Freelancer?

Protecting your intellectual property as a freelancer is important. Follow our C-R-E-A-T-I-V-E acronym guide to find out how.

How Do Patents Under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) Work?

Our world has become more connected than ever before, and new ideas reach the other side of the world with the click of a button. Find out how you can protect your patent internationally.

Registered Trademark vs Registered Design: What’s Different?

Learn about the differences between a registered trademark and registered design along with the protections they offer to your brand.

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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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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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