A guide to intellectual property for small business owners
Simon Ewing of Russell-Cooke LLP covers what entrepreneurs need to know about protecting intellectual property.
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Simon Ewing of Russell-Cooke LLP covers what entrepreneurs need to know about protecting intellectual property.
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Here, Susan Hopcraft, solicitor at Wright Hassall, discusses how to proceed when faced with the negligence of an adviser.
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Tom Lingard discusses the new Defamation Act and how it impacts on what businesses can post online.
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What happens when a staff member crosses the line and needs to have their contract terminated?
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Adrian Hoggarth explores how seemingly harmless staff banter can escalate into a legal problem.
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Tom Lingard presents the legal considerations early-stage tech companies need to be mindful of when starting out.
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David Cliff discusses why it may be easier for a business to settle disputes via mediation before looking at more severe approaches.
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Tom Lingard presents the legal considerations early-stage tech companies need to be mindful of when starting out.
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David Cliff discusses why it may be easier for a business to settle disputes via mediation before looking at more severe approaches.
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Michael Salter covers the legal risks of online pre-employment vetting and offers guidelines for employer and employee conduct with regard to social media.
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I have a member of staff who is contracted as a cleaner to another company, but I have recently had complaints from both parties that him working there is causing problems. Can I dismiss him or do I need to look for alternatives?
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Tom Lingard, partner at law firm Stevens & Bolton, discusses the ways in which intellectual property rights can be used to protect the assets of your business.
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