by | Mar 17, 2017 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
Many businesses need investment to be able to develop their product, launch it to market or expand into new countries. The common route is to get an equity share or bank loan – but whilst these are readily available options, they are not without pitfalls and...
by | Nov 19, 2015 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
Are your trade secrets safe? Confidential information is non-public privileged information pertaining to a company’s business. Such information can include, trade secrets, proprietary information, know-how, technical, business or financial information and...
by | Nov 19, 2015 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
Terms and Conditions (Ts & Cs) are an essential part of all businesses. They should provide clarity for customers and strike a fair balance to encourage business while offering you sufficient protection from the distraction and cost of disputes. Inadequately...
by | Nov 19, 2015 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts, NEWS ARTICLES
Google has become so renowned and ingrained in our daily lives that it’s the first thing that pops into your head when you want to know the answer to almost anything. “Google it” has become an in-built reaction to being asked a question you...
by | Nov 19, 2015 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
What I have observed in practice is that many businesses overlook the fact that fundamentally IP is a business asset. Where the asset is protected by law and exclusive to you its value increases as does the business. IP can create an income stream for your...
by | Nov 19, 2015 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
Christmas lists have been created and movies, music and apps for loved ones are now being sourced & downloaded. Business will be booming for digital moguls, but be aware the amended rules give your consumers protection never before bestowed.The Consumer Rights Act...