Practice Area - Intellectual Property Law
Intellectual Property
BlackBay Intellectual Property Lawyers is an experienced Intellectual Property Law Firm and can assist with Intellectual Property (IP) law through providing general advice on IP protection, registering IP with the Australian government, creating contracts to sell and license IP and creating confidentiality agreements.
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Furthermore, BlackBay Intellectual Property Lawyers can provide ongoing advice regarding possible infringement and enforcement of IP rights. If cases escalate, BlackBay Intellectual Property Lawyers can represent both plaintiffs and defendants in out of court negotiations and in-court proceedings regarding allegations of IP infringement.
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Intellectual Property Overview
A successful business requires strong brand identity and intellectual property rights protection. Companies need to take steps to protect the intellectual property to it's brand name, trademarks, business operations, franchise documents as well as it's unique and inventive business ideas. We offer comprehensive IP protection services that include registration and enforcement services, dispute resolution processes, pursuing infringement and tortious actions, as well as the drafting of commercial/intellectual property agreements such as license agreements, assignment agreements and contractual provisions designed to preserve and protect IP rights.
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Areas of Expertise - Intellectual Property Law
Intellectual Property Law Information
Common Types of Intellectual Property Cases
There are several types of intellectual property law cases and infringements that individuals and businesses may encounter:
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Trademark Infringement: This occurs when a company or individual uses a trademark that is identical or similar to an existing trademark, in a way that is likely to cause confusion among consumers.
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Patent Infringement: This occurs when a company or individual makes, uses, sells or imports an invention that is covered by an existing patent, without the patent owner's permission.
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Copyright Infringement: This occurs when a company or individual reproduces, distributes or displays a copyrighted work without the copyright owner's permission.
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Trade Secret Misappropriation: This occurs when a company or individual acquires, uses or discloses trade secrets that belong to another party, without their permission.
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Domain Name Infringement: This occurs when a company or individual uses a domain name that is identical or similar to an existing trademark, in a way that is likely to cause confusion among consumers.
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Unfair Competition: This occurs when a company or individual uses business practices that are deceptive or misleading to gain an unfair advantage over competitors.
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False Advertising: This occurs when a company or individual makes false or misleading claims about their products or services in advertising.
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Right of Publicity Infringement: This occurs when a company or individual uses an individual's name, image or likeness for commercial purposes without their permission.
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These are examples of the common types of intellectual property law cases and infringements that may occur, but there may be other forms as well. It's important for individuals and businesses to understand their rights and options to protect their intellectual property. BlackBay Lawyers provides expert legal advice and representation for clients in intellectual property law cases, and can help clients with their specific case and in the protection of their intellectual property rights.
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If you are looking for an experienced and expert legal team to handle your intellectual property matter, trust us to provide you with the legal guidance and representation you need to achieve a positive outcome. Contact BlackBay Lawyers today to schedule a consultation.
