Dodging Contract Catastrophes: Key Tips to Protect Your Business from Disastrous Agreements
In the world of business, contracts are the lifeblood that keeps everything running smoothly. While it would be ideal if…
In the Pink Palace of Glitz: An Autopsy of Mattel’s Glamorous IP Strategy for the Barbie Brand
A breathless wave of cerise washed over the world as the era of Barbie dawned anew. Just when we thought…
Unlocking Opportunity: An International Entrepreneur’s Guide to Launching a Private Company in South Africa
South Africa, with its rich culture and emerging markets, has become an enticing destination for international entrepreneurs, in spite of…
Defending Your Brand: Understanding Trademark Protection in South Africa
In the crowded world of brands and brand noise, distinguishing your business can be challenging. A strong, recognisable brand, symbolised…
Could a Thumbs-Up Emoji be Legally Binding in South Africa?
In a precedent-setting decision, a Canadian court determined that the common "thumbs-up" emoji (or emoticon) carries the same weight as…
Historic Ruling: Constitutional Court expands Parental Rights to Lesbian Couples in Artificial Insemination Cases
29 June 2023 marked a milestone in South African constitutional law when the Constitutional Court issued a groundbreaking ruling that…
Rejecting the Insurance Claims of Dishonest Clients: Not the Open and Shut Scenario one would expect it to be
Insurance claims present complex questions of fact, circumstance, and law. The question arises then; if a customer of an insurance…
Understanding Choice: Intellectual Property Portfolio Management
The different models available for the effective management of an intellectual property portfolio. Intellectual property (IP) plays a crucial role…
A Landmark Verdict: Constitutional Court Affirms Unconstitutionality for Section 4 of the Mediation in Certain Divorce Matters Act
A landmark shift in family law has recently levelled the playing field for unmarried parents, providing them with the same…
