Intellectual property and information technology

What's in a name? The importance of getting a business name right
In this article senior solicitor Jeanette Singh looks at a recent case before the courts which highlights the importance of conducting the appropriate due diligence before choosing a business name or launching a brand.

New guidelines on technology IP set to move ownership from government hands
In this article senior associate Heidi Leslie and summer clerk Luke Hayward review the State Services Commission's new guidelines for the Treatment of Intellectual Property Rights in ICT Contracts.

Privacy in the online world
Debate has been ignited over what exactly constitutes personal information amid growing concern about online privacy. In this article senior associate Heidi Leslie looks at the European debate and why it triggers a reminder for New Zealand business.

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