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CAP updates its advertising code to align with GDPR
The Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) has recently announced changes to its CAP Code to reflect GDPR, following a public consultation. Charlotte Burroughs from our commercial and technology looks at the key changes.
Fit for Purpose v Faulty Design Specifications
Who pays for remedial costs under a JCT Design and Build Contract when there has been no negligence on either side? Cathrine Ripley considers a recent decision of the Supreme Court.
Trade mark licences – look out for pitfalls
A recent case which went to the Court of Appeal, Holland & Barrett International Ltd & Anor v General Nutrition Investment Company [2018], is a useful reminder of the care which needs to be taken when licensing trade marks.
Take care when using online photographs
Cathrine Ripley explores a recent case in which the European Court of Justice considered whether re-posting photographs on another website constitutes copyright infringement.
New changes to Trade Marks in the UK
Charlotte Burroughs, Solicitor within the Commercial & Technology Department, considers the coming changes on Trade Marks by the Trade Mark Regulations 2018 which will come into effect on 14 January 2019.
Licence to play music on business premises
Cathrine Ripley explores a recent case in which the High Court ruled that a restaurant owner infringed copyright by allowing DJs to play music on his premises without a licence.
The merits of Making Concessions
Here are tips from commercial property partner Michael Higgin on the things to think about when showcasing and selling goods within another retailer’s store space.
New rules about Trade Secrets
Cathrine Ripley, in FSP’s Commercial & Technology team, looks at the new Trade Secrets Directive.
Electronic Signature Regulation
Cathrine Ripley explores some of the issues to consider around the regulation governing electronic signatures.
New duty to report on payment practices and performance
What large businesses can expect in April 2017.
New “super depot” for Whistl
Marcus Francis, head of commercial property at FSP, has recently acted for Whistl UK Limited (the second largest postal operator in the UK) on their lease of a 225,000 square foot distribution warehouse in Bolton.