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IP Law in Plastic – It’s Fantastic! A Mattel Masterclass in IP Law
Sharon Givoni Consulting Arts and design, Design Law
IP Law in Plastic – It’s Fantastic! A Mattel Masterclass in IP Law Overview Barbie isn’t just a doll; she’s an icon. But have you ever wondered about the legal powerhouse that safeguards the Barbie brand? Join us for a session that promises to be as engaging as it is enlightening, illuminating the corridors of […]
Designing Spaces: Legal Insights for Architects and Interior Designers
Sharon Givoni Consulting Arts and design, Design Law
Designing Spaces: Legal Insights for Architects and Interior Designers Did you know that dogs are Australia’s most popular pet, with owners spending over $20 billion dollars on their dogs in 2021? In the world of design and construction, the roles of architects and interior designers often intertwine, yet they serve distinct purposes that contribute to […]
Barking up the Right Tree: Navigating the Law around Pet Food Claims
Sharon Givoni Consulting Consumer Law, Copyright
Barking up the Right Tree: Navigating the Law around Pet Food Claims Did you know that dogs are Australia’s most popular pet, with owners spending over $20 billion dollars on their dogs in 2021? Whether it is health formulas, skin formulas, digestive aids, weight management formulas and even vitamins for urinary health, Australians seem to […]
Navigating Legal Aspects of Creative Business Rebranding
Sharon Givoni Consulting Copyright, Trade marks
Navigating Legal Aspects of Creative Business Rebranding – Insights by Sharon Givoni If you’re in the process of rebranding your creative business, you may want to convey a fresh message to your audience. This holds particularly true for architects, designers, and creators aiming to reposition themselves for the post-pandemic era. It has been said that: […]
Legal insights for graphic designers and surface designers
Sharon Givoni Consulting Copyright, Intellectual Property
Navigating Copyright for Creatives In the intricate tapestry of artistry, legal considerations might seem like a distant concern. However, the world of creativity is interwoven with legal nuances that safeguard your IP. Welcome to a journey where we unravel the essentials of copyright for creatives. This will be a deep dive into Copyright for Creatives. […]
From Zombies to Wizards: Copyright Law and Originality in Writing
Sharon Givoni Consulting Copyright, Intellectual Property
For writers, copyright law can play a significant role in protecting their original works and ensuring they receive appropriate recognition and compensation for their efforts. Under Australian copyright law, copyright protects the original expression of ideas, rather than the ideas themselves. This means that while ideas themselves are not protectable, the particular way in which […]
Intellectual Property in Schools: Who Owns it – Employers or teachers?
Sharon Givoni Consulting Copyright, Intellectual Property
When it comes to intellectual property (IP) in schools, it’s not just lesson plans and teaching materials that come into play. Teachers may also create IP in their own time that is not directly related to their teaching duties, such as writing educational books, creating learning apps or tutoring websites. Clients often ask us: who […]
I Like Your Style: The Blurred Lines Between Artistic Expression and Copyright Law
Sharon Givoni Consulting Copyright
As copyright lawyers, often we get asked whether artists can stop someone else from copying their style. To that I say: Let’s get one thing out of the way first – all artists are unique in their own right and often an artists’ style defines their art – whether they are painters, sculptors or writers […]
Trade mark owner of PROTOX is all frowns after court decision: What happens if you think someone has copied your trade mark?
Sharon Givoni Consulting Copyright, Trade marks
In Australia, the test for trade mark infringement is whether the use of a mark by another person is likely to deceive or cause confusion among consumers in relation to the origin of the goods or services. This is determined by considering the similarity of the marks, the similarity of the goods or services, and […]
Restraint of Trade Laws in Australia: What You Need to Know
Sharon Givoni Consulting Intellectual Property
Restraint of trade laws are a crucial aspect of business law in Australia and most people will come across them at sometime of their working life. These laws are designed to protect the interests of businesses, employees, and customers by preventing unfair competition and ensuring that businesses can operate freely and effectively. The general principle […]