2025 IP Trends: What Businesses Should Expect in the Year Ahead As we look toward 2025, one thing is clear. Intellectual property continues to play a major role in how businesses grow, compete and protect their ideas. Technology is moving fast, new industries are emerging and the need for clear and accessible IP protection is […]
Intellectual Property Nightmares: Real Life Brand Horror Stories Every October, we love a good scare, but for business owners there is nothing more chilling than losing the rights to your own brand. At Robertson IP, we have seen how easily a simple mistake can turn into a full blown intellectual property nightmare. This Halloween, we […]
September has always felt like a time of renewal. The summer winds down, schools open their doors, and businesses often see it as the right moment to regroup, refocus, and set fresh goals for the months ahead. For start-ups and entrepreneurs, it is the perfect season to not only look at your growth plans but […]
Most literary works eventually enter the public domain, meaning that after a set period, anyone can use them freely without seeking permission or paying royalties. However, the case of Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie is an exceptional example in UK copyright law. The Gift of Copyright In 1929, author and playwright J.M. Barrie gifted the […]
The Best Patents Ever And What They Teach Us About Innovation Why Do Patents Matter? A great idea is only the beginning. Without legal protection, even the smartest invention is vulnerable. Patents provide the foundation to commercialise, scale, and defend your work. Turning sketches into startups, and prototypes into products. Just ask the inventors below. […]
Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights Intellectual property (IP) refers to legal rights that protect creations of the mind, including trade marks that register brand names, logos, and symbols. These rights, known as intellectual property rights (IPR), cover various intangible assets like ideas, inventions, and brand reputations. Moreover, IP rights serve to acknowledge ownership and provide […]
