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Copyright in a digital age

Though the concept of intellectual property has been around since the early 18th century, current copyright laws are struggling to catch up with digital. So, with the EU rolling out legislation that could affect how we use everything from memes to emojis, how – asks Evangelos Kyveris – can you make sure you’re using online content correctly and protecting your innovations?

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April showers employers with a raft of employment legislation

Gender pay gaps, itemised payslips and what to do about working rights for EU citizens – these are some of the issues looming large for employers over the coming weeks, with April ushering in many significant dates for new and amended employment legislation.

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Qaiser’s Climbing Kilimanjaro

Qaiser’s undertaking this incredible challenge in support of Mind, the Mental Health Charity.

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£66m acquisition advertised in Property Week

RIAA Barker Gillette’s role in advising Balfe Ltd on part of their £66m acquisition advertised in Property Week

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The Highly Contentious ‘Non-Contentious Probate (Fees) Order 2018’

While it may appear that Brexit is the only topic of conversation in government today, at the beginning of February Parliament met to discuss The Non-Contentious Probate (Fees) Order 2018, which unlike its name has been highly contentious since its inception.

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A bonus for shared ownership buyers

First-time buyers who bought a shared ownership property in the last twelve months should check if they are due a refund on any stamp duty paid.

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Dangers of deceit

In the case of Pisante v Logothetis, the Commercial Court ruled that false statements made by the Defendant encouraged the Claimant to make substantial investments in the Defendant’s business. The Court relied on the law of deceit awarding the Claimant significant damages plus the rescission of the contract.

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Character is, perhaps, destiny

Reliance on 'good character' is not limited to dishonesty allegations (although it is most often seen in that context). It is not a defence but remains a useful tool in the box.

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When jointly doesn’t mean equally?

We highlight the difficulties an unmarried couple may face when they own property together in the event of a relationship breakdown.

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Relationship breakdowns

RIAA Barker Gillette is a leading family law firm in Central and North London. It is our approach that stands us apart.

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The importance of being transparent

Under the SRA's Transparency Rules 2019, authorised firms must publish costs and complaints information to clients and potential clients on their websites.

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Are NDAs appropriate in the workplace?

The use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in the workplace has come under scrutiny in recent years. Some employers have been using them to prevent employees from reporting misconduct allegations.

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