Trade marks: Why Your Brand Could Be at Risk Even After Purchase
A recent Supreme Court ruling in the case Iconix Luxembourg Holdings SARL v Dream Pairs Europe Inc and another [2025] has established a clearer picture of the rights afforded to trade mark owners when seeking to defend their mark. It was found that pos …
How to plan for your pet when you pass away
For centuries, pets have held a special place in human hearts and homes. Whether it’s the wag of a dog’s tail at the sound of your voice or the comforting purr of a cat curled up beside you, animals have a unique ability to offer companionship, loyalty …
The Renters’ Rights Bill: What does it mean for landlords?
The Renters’ Rights Bill is currently working its way through the process of parliamentary approval and is likely to be implemented in the coming months. The Bill is aiming to bring about widespread change to the private rental market, with a primary f …
Surrogacy Laws for the LGBTQ+ community
Surrogacy is a life-changing path to parenthood for many individuals and couples, including members of the LGBTQ+ community. In England and Wales, whilst surrogacy is legal, it is governed by complex laws. What is Surrogacy? Surrogacy is an arrangement …
Protecting LGBTQ+ Rights in the Workplace
Pride Month is a time to celebrate diversity, honour the LGBTQ+ community, and reflect on the progress made toward equality. However, it also serves as a timely reminder that legal and cultural work still needs to be done, particularly in the workplace …
From Banter to Breach: The Hidden Legal Risks of Workplace Nicknames
In workplace culture, nicknames are said to be symbols of camaraderie, personality, or a fun way to add humour to the workplace environment to make it a more enjoyable place to work. However, when banter veers into territory that touches on race, gende …
When Relationships Become Harmful – What Netflix’s ‘YOU’ Can Teach Us About Family Law
Season 5 of Netflix’s gripping thriller, You, has recently been released. Beyond the drama of love turned obsession lies a disturbing reality – coercive control and abuse; these are not just fictional plot devices, but very real issues that family law …
Causes of Shareholder Disputes
Shareholder disputes can be disruptive, costly and damaging to a company’s long-term success. These conflicts often arise when the interests of shareholders begin to diverge. While every business is unique, many shareholders disputes stem from a common …
Trademark infringement and lookalike products!
Can lookalike products be considered to take unfair advantage of a branded product? Recently the Court of Appeal has considered whether products in packaging that look like branded products can be deemed to take unfair advantage of that brand. In the c …
Why are Lasting Powers of Attorney important?
Life is unpredictable, and while we naturally hope for the best, preparing for the unexpected is crucial. We often focus on things like retirement savings, property, and our estate, but the prospect of losing mental or physical capacity — even temporar …
