How to Stop Your Products from Ending Up on Temu

How to Stop Your Products from Ending Up on Temu As online marketplaces grow, unauthorised sellers may list products without permission, threatening intellectual property (IP). Temu, a popular market...
March 5, 2025

Copyright in Australia: The Law

What is Copyright?  Copyright is a form of intellectual property that safeguards the creativity and effort behind original works like books, music, or images. It ensures creators have the rights to t...
January 20, 2025

How much does a trade mark cost in Australia?

Protecting your brand with a trade mark is a crucial step for any business, but understanding the costs involved is just as important. In Australia, trade mark registration fees are set by IP Australi...
November 28, 2024

Intellectual Property: How Can I Protect It?

What is Intellectual Property?  Intellectual Property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as brands, logos, inventions, designs, artistic works, new plant varieties and the like. IP is legally...
November 12, 2024

Fast Food Giant’s Trademark Clash: Court Verdict

What is a Trademark?  A trademark provides legal protection for your brand, aiding customers in distinguishing your products or services in the market. Trademarks can be used to protect a logo, phras...
January 18, 2024

Online Business: Your Start-Up Guide

Starting an online business is an exciting step with global possibilities, so it’s important to make sure that you have all your legal bases covered. In this blog, we will provide you with a legal che...
November 20, 2023

The Power of Cease and Desist: What you should know

A cease and desist letter is an effective instrument for defending one’s rights and requesting an end to particular conduct that is harmful or infringing in the context of legal disputes. This officia...
October 16, 2023

Changes to Australian Intellectual Property Law

On 22 June 2023, the Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Regulator Performance) Bill 2023 was introduced into the House of Representatives and is currently being considered by Parliament. The Bill s...
July 24, 2023
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Can I trade mark my name?

If you are building a business or personal brand, you may be able to register your own name as a trade mark. Registered trade marks can help protect your business from those trying to copy your brand....
July 12, 2022