The internet contains masses of information such as text, images, photographs and so forth. All these objects are actually the intellectual property of an individual somewhere in the world and this person owns the exclusive rights to his or her work. The information available on the internet is unfortunately not all free and made … Continue reading Intellectual property infringement – what do do?
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A smart business is one that not only stands out, but is compliant in respect of legal and industry standards and requirements. In order to operate legally in South Africa your company must be registered with CIPC, or the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission. This is formalized in terms of company name, operational activities, ownership … Continue reading Trademark protection, business registration and CIPC
Amendments After Registration The requests for amendments after registration must be applied for on form TM2, unless it is otherwise specified in the Regulations* and a fee of R19.00 is payable. * For example, an assignment (change of ownership of a trade mark) of a trade mark has to be requested on Form TM6 and … Continue reading Amendments to your trademark after registration
So, I'm just a-sittin' here, waiting for South Africa's trademark database to come back online so I can do what I do best...search. The whole sad set-up was shut down Monday due to 'updating the system', but eyewitness accounts have it that the doors are closed to the public, no-one can search, file or do … Continue reading The lighter side of…attorney / client interaction…
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It's Friday, everyone! Time to get funky and have a chuckle. I came across the following case whilst trolling the web for something to make us smile. Courtesy of http://www.caseclothesed.com "Naked Cowboy Lost in Suit Against CBS By Kristin Grant [March 20th, 2012] Last year Caseclothesed reported that the Times Square performer, the Naked Cowboy … Continue reading The curious case of the naked cowboy
Jeepers creepers, have you EVER tried to read through say, the Companies Act, and not go cross-eyed? Then you are the better man / woman / person. Regardless, the law is the law and to survive unscathed in the land of intellectual property, one needs to have a nodding acquaintance with the laws that govern … Continue reading More than a mouthful: the law of IP
It's Friday, everyone! Time for our weekly dose of giggles... Can you spot the infringement? Disclaimer: If I have in any way offended or impugned the reputation of the owner of this registered (evidence to be provided, please) trademark, I will remove this post in all haste and publicly apologise.
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