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Use It or Lose It: What Happens When a Trade Mark Collects Dust? What’s in a name I hear you ask? Well, sometimes, everything. To get […]

The Many Faces of Australian Privacy Law: A Case Study Perspective We will start at the start and that is by understanding why privacy laws matter […]

Inspiration vs. Perspiration: which one will it be? We have all been there. You’ve poured your heart into your work. Countless hours, sketches, prototypes, and dreams. […]

Product Packaging and the Law: What’s Fair Game? Let’s set the scent… You are a small drink company in Israel with a fresh product—a uniquely shaped […]

When Does Online Defamation Cross the Line? A Look at “Serious Harm” in Australian Law Picture this… You’re scrolling through Facebook when you see a post […]

Stay Legal, Stay Safe: IP Compliance for Importers Thinking of bringing in some stylish jewellery, chic clothing, or must-have lifestyle goods from overseas? Fantastic! But before […]

IP Procurement: What does it mean for you? In the fast-paced world of business and intellectual property (IP), staying on top of trends can be really […]

Same same but different – when you choose the same brand as someone else’s You’ve developed a brand you love and want to protect it with […]

A Hypothetical Case of Copycat Couture Imagine you are an Australian designer with a fresh collection ready to make waves. Soon after the launch, you spot […]

From Titles to Trade Marks: When Names Become Brands Imagine you’re browsing a bookstore and come across a Mr. Men or For Dummies book—series so familiar […]

Is AI Stealing Your Style? Navigating Copyright in the age of AI Artists are concerned. In an advancing world of technology, one question stands out: Is […]

Iconic Imagery or Legal Liability? Using Art and Icons in Products This article was written by Sharon Givoni, Principal Solicitor of Sharon Givoni Consulting, to explore […]

The Case for Plain English in Law This article was written by Sharon Givoni, Principal Solicitor of Sharon Givoni Consulting, for a talk presented at Leo […]

What can you do legally if your SEO people get it wrong? Let’s meet Emma, who runs a boutique clothing store in Melbourne. Her online sales […]

Beyond the Fine Print: Decoding Indemnity Clauses We often hear the term indemnity when discussing contracts, but do we know what it truly means? Indemnity clauses […]

Navigating Copyright for Creatives In the intricate tapestry of artistry, legal considerations might seem like a distant concern. However, the world of creativity is interwoven with […]

Navigating Legal Aspects of Creative Business Rebranding – Insights by Sharon Givoni If you’re in the process of rebranding your creative business, you may want to […]

Barking up the Right Tree: Navigating the Law around Pet Food Claims Did you know that dogs are Australia’s most popular pet, with owners spending over […]

AI and Copyright in Australia: What Artists and Businesses Need to Know Let’s get straight into two hypothetical scenarios that illustrate the issues at play when […]

Imagine this scenario. Anne, renowned for her captivating two-tone fruit and flower artworks, recently found herself facing a disheartening challenge. Her unique style, characterised by its […]

Imagine a hypothetical scenario where an Archibald Prize winner, celebrated for their unique artistic contributions, discovers their style has been replicated by an AI to create […]

Introduction In the kaleidoscopic world of design, surface designers craft with colours and shapes, transforming plain surfaces into realms of imagination across fashion, home décor, and […]

Transforming the Cosmetic Injectables Landscape – New TGA Regulations The world of cosmetic injectables, including popular treatments like Botox and fillers, has been booming. Clinics across […]

Global Copyright: Navigating the Berne Convention Have you ever poured your heart and soul into writing song lyrics, only to find them echoed in someone else’s […]

Understanding Copyright Law and the Berne Convention Have you ever poured your heart and soul into writing song lyrics, only to find them echoed in someone […]

Hitting the right note with copyright law: What do to if Your Song Lyrics Are Copied Have you ever poured your heart and soul into writing […]

Creating Sub-Brands: The Power of Family Trade marks In the world of branding and intellectual property, a powerful strategy we often advise on is the use […]

I Like Your Style: The Blurred Lines Between Artistic Expression and Copyright Law As copyright lawyers, often we get asked whether artists can stop someone else […]

Trade mark owner of PROTOX is all frowns after court decision: What happens if you think someone has copied your trade mark? In Australia, the test […]

Restraint of Trade Laws in Australia: What You Need to Know Restraint of trade laws are a crucial aspect of business law in Australia and most […]