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Naughty pics and controversial clicks - new guidance on hyperlinks to third party content
09 September 2016
The Court of Justice of the European Union yesterday released its judgment in GS Media v Sanoma, which is the latest in a series of judgments on the legality of posting links to third party content on the internet.
Lewis Silkin advises Blend Media in raising £1.5million on its third funding round
06 October 2017
Lewis Silkin has advised its client Blend Media on its third funding round, in which £1.5 million of investment was secured bringing the total to £2.6 million.
How should hospitality employers deal with third-party harassment at Christmas parties?
17 December 2018
“Christmas time is here by golly; disapproval would be folly; Deck the halls with hunks of holly, fill the cup and don’t say when”, as the legendary American satirist Tom Lehrer once sang. But Christmas party season can be a mixed blessing. The day after the office party, you will find many HR managers bracing themselves to hear what happened the night before…
Coronavirus – our third employer survey
06 April 2020
Our third employer benchmarking survey looks at the take-up of the new Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and ongoing support for homeworkers.
Lewis Silkin has advised Splendid Communications on its acquisition of DIY Creative, the third agency to join the Splendid Collective
16 November 2023
Lewis Silkin has advised media consultancy Splendid Communications on its acquisition of DIY Creative, streetwear fashion and action sports specialists, having recently also advised Splendid on its acquisitions of leading culture and entertainment PR agency, Riot Communications and youth, culture and music specialist Kingdom Collective.
How the parliamentary report on planning changes is likely to affect government thinking: Sara Hanrahan comments for Planning Magazine
22 June 2021
Ministers will find it hard to dismiss a heavyweight select committee report on its proposed planning changes, say observers. Among the recommendations they think are most likely to influence government thinking are a reconsideration of the proposals for new zonal-style local plans and the abolition of section 106 agreements.
The government’s latest thinking on its new infrastructure levy: Sara Hanrahan comments for Planning Magazine
28 March 2022
The government’s proposed new infrastructure levy is one of the few remaining measures from the planning white paper. Insiders say ministers are considering ways that the levy could boost affordable housing delivery via a “formulaic approach” to the issue but there are still concerns over how it will handle the need for on-site provision.
The key employment law developments of 2022 - Síobhra Rush and Linda Hynes comment for ThinkBusiness
21 December 2022
2022 was a momentous year for employment law in Ireland. Síobhra Rush and Linda Hynes round up the key developments.
Think BR: Social media matters
14 February 2012
Being transparent on social media does not have to come at the expense of creativity, writes Philip Hughes, associate in the media, brands and technology department, Lewis Silkin LLP.
Think BR: Inadvertent advertorial?
30 May 2012
Failing to properly identify marketing communications can prove costly, writes Lewis Silkin in Brand Republic.
Think BR: Olympics & Paralympics - key dates for advertisers' diaries
30 July 2012
There are some important dates to take note of around the Olympics if you want to stay on the right side of the rules, writes Geraint Lloyd-Taylor, Senior Associate in the Media Brands & Technology team, Lewis Silkin LLP.
The Internet of Things: Overcoming the legal and regulatory challenges
20 April 2016
The Internet of Things or the Internet of Everything? In any event it is on everyone’s radar, either as an opportunity for creating new connected products and services, enhancing existing products, or developing new marketing and engagement techniques.
David Deakin discusses The Internet of Things, new horizons and new challenges for retail
18 May 2016
David Deakin has written an article for Essential Retail discussing the legal implications the Internet of Things is having on the retail industry.
Sports Q&A – Corporate governance - key things to know
29 June 2018
I’m taking on an in-house role with a professional sports team and will have responsibility for ensuring the board meets its corporate governance requirements. What are some of the key things I should know?
AI 101 - Moving fast and breaking things?
22 March 2023
2022 brought the release of a series of generative AI tools that have the potential to fundamentally change our economy. 2023 is likely to be a watershed year for mass interaction with AI. From searching for information to generating copy, AI could change the landscape forever.
The one thing that is settled in the Brexit deal - Settled Status System for EEA nationals testing phase results
13 November 2018
Whether we have a Brexit deal on 29 March 2019 or not, the UK is more than likely to be going full steam ahead with the Settled Status System (“SSS”). Largely because there are no realistic options for a new system at this stage; all the time and money available has already been invested into the SSS. The Home Office themselves are the first to admit this and assure anyone that asks, that they can be fairly certain to rely on the SSS going ahead regardless.
Digital product placement creates adverts out of thin air
09 April 2013
In an article for the BBC, Philip Hughes discusses digital product placement and warns that "ensuring legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions can be expensive, risky and time-consuming," and may outweight the benefit of any such activity.
Retail therapy: Commission publishes preliminary report on the e-commerce sector
19 September 2016
The European Commission has released its long-anticipated preliminary report as part of the inquiry into e-commerce launched in May 2015. The report will be of interest to any businesses involved in e-commerce, and particularly those involved in online retail and distribution of digital content. This note focuses on the implications for those involved in the manufacture, distribution and retail of consumer goods.
Rethinking retail therapy?
07 October 2019
As part of our #ThisPlaceMinds campaign, we take a look at some of the workplace mental health challenges and solutions in the retail sector.
IP360 Seminar Series: E-commerce in China – IP risks and how to combat them; joint seminar with Fangda Partners, Shanghai
20 May 2020
This IP360 seminar series, with weekly events will cover the full spectrum of your IP needs. In today’s world, we recognise that having a co-ordinated global IP strategy has never been more critical. This seminar series is designed to help you develop a consistent approach across the registration, management, commercialisation, defence and enforcement of all your IP assets.