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What’s all this about Gin? – Marks and Spencer PLC v Aldi Stores Limited
Marks and Spencer (M&S) and Aldi have been involved in several spats over the past years, (in)famously encapsulated by the Colin and Cuthbert dispute that seemed to be played out...
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Costs in trade mark proceedings – UKIPO guidance
The first practice note of 2023 by the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) was in relation to costs in trade mark, patent and design tribunal proceedings. The note brings together...
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Blake Morgan and Young Lives vs Cancer partnership blossoming
Blake Morgan's Cardiff office has so far raised an incredible £7,340 for Young Lives vs Cancer.
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Many benefits for employers taking proactive approach towards menopause
Proposed changes to legislation aimed at protecting the rights of women experiencing menopause have been largely rejected by the Government. Employment lawyer Paula Kathrens of Blake Morgan explores why -...
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Guidance for lenders and borrowers on events of default, reservation of rights and enforcement
Lenders and borrowers should take note of the case of Lombard North Central Plc v European Skyjets Ltd. The judgment provides valuable guidance on responding to potential events of default,...
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Lasting Powers of Attorney – the important role of the Certificate Provider
You have taken the sensible decision to put Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) in place, but have you considered who will perform the role of your Certificate Provider? The role...
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Consultation on calculating holiday entitlement following Harpur Trust v Brazel
The 2022 Supreme Court decision in Harpur Trust v Brazel is one of the most significant holiday pay cases of recent years. As a result of the implications of the...
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Death by a thousand cuts: Challenging period for the hospitality sector
The hospitality sector in the UK is important to the economy and communities and it is facing a hugely challenging period. Restaurant insolvencies increased by 59% over the past year...
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Appeals to the Privy Council – 2022 was a very good year
Blake Morgan acted in five appeals to the Privy Council where judgment was given last year. Their clients were successful in all but one.
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Managing sickness absence and supporting employee wellbeing – PAST EVENT
Our first Employment webinar of 2023 on 15 March was a huge success. We looked at managing sickness absence and supporting employee wellbeing.
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Effective Service outside of the UK
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has recently issued "Tribunal Practice Notice 2/2023: Effective service in proceedings against trade marks and registered designs without a valid UK address for service." This Practice...
