Update: Commercial Court – Business Interruption insurance test case
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The Financial Conduct Authority issued legal proceedings on 10 June 2020 against a number of leading UK insurers which will lead to a test case in the Commercial Court concerning Business Interruption insurance policy wording and coverage.
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Intellectual Property (IP) is the key asset for many businesses. Without knowledgeable and proactive legal advice and a clear IP strategy, businesses may fail to protect their IP rights, leaving themselves without effective protection in cases of IP infringement. Effective IP exploitation can also help increase the profitability of your business.
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Running a business brings many challenges and opportunities. Some will be relatively simple to manage in-house, but others will be more complex and it is these transactions that can benefit from sound legal advice and an expert, external viewpoint. Clarke Willmott’s team of highly experienced commercial and corporate solicitors act for businesses of all sizes to make things as straightforward as possible.
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If you’re about to collaborate with another person or business, then the right legal advice and formal agreement are a vital part of your future relationship. Clarke Willmott’s corporate and commercial law solicitors understand the importance of joint venture partnerships and shareholder agreements and have the expertise and experience necessary to get the detail and the spirit of a written agreement just right for your business.
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“Burst of activity” around iconic Disney brand in 2024
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Intellectual property
With AI image generation and the immediate dissemination of shared images online, this year will see a “burst of activity” following the expiry of copyright protection around Disney’s iconic Mickey Mouse character
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Amy Peacey
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