Search Results

Search Filters

Commercial Court confirms that Recast Brussels Regulation does not permit intra-EU anti-suit injunctions
21 August 2018
The decision in Nori Holdings has reaffirmed that West Tankers remains an authoritative statement of EU law, providing welcome clarity following the introduction of the Recast Brussels Regulation and Advocate General Wathelet’s comments in Gazprom. However, whether or not the UK courts will regain the ability to grant anti-suit injunctions restraining proceedings in EU courts after the UK leaves the EU remains to be seen.
Engineered for success or running out of fuel Immigration and the automotive industry
03 August 2016
The manufacture of cars and commercial vehicles has increased enormously – more than 25% in the last 10 years. In the UK, car production has increased by over 5% between 2014 and 2015.
Brexit legal challenge succeeds
03 November 2016
The High Court has decided that the Government does not have prerogative powers to give the Article 50 notice terminate the UK’s membership of the EU.
Gender pay gap reporting – the story so far
25 September 2017
It’s a little over five months since the first “snapshot date” of 5 April 2017 and less than seven months before the final deadline for employers with 250 or more UK staff to publish their first ever gender pay gap reports without incurring the wrath of the Equality and Human Rights Commission. This seems as good a point as any to ask the question “Where are we now?”
Stop monkeying around (Brands & IP Newsnotes - Issue 2)
28 March 2016
A judge in California has put a stop to all the monkey business surrounding the idea that animals can own copyright, in California at least.
Sleight of Ha(mmo)nd: Autumn Statement 2016
24 November 2016
I was all ready to write about how the Autumn Statement was an audacious piece of misdirection, using a flashy reduction of corporation tax (to the much-rumoured rate of 15%, or maybe lower) to detract from less welcome announcements.
Raising the standard of living and ending low pay: passing the buck to employers?
09 October 2013
Politicians want a higher standard of living for all, with proposals to end low pay and get more money in more people's pockets. To do this, a range of policy initiatives are being debated that it's hoped will help people with the cost of living and raise living standards, but which will impact employers.
International Men’s Day - should employers be doing anything special for their male staff?
19 November 2018
International Men’s Day is a good opportunity to consider the particular issues faced by men and how employers can support their male staff.
The Damp Squid Budget?
22 November 2017
Yes, yes, I know the phrase is “damp squib”. Call it pedant bait if you like. And the Chancellor (like everyone else) seems to be Blue Planet crazy, so you may detect a salty theme in this Budget update. Anyway, let’s dive into the icy waters of the latest Budget and see what monsters lurk beneath.
Résolutions spéciales requises par le Companies Act 2006
19 April 2015
Les décisions ci-dessous ne peuvent être passées que par les actionnaires détenant au moins 75% des droits de vote.
The lesser spotted shape mark (Brands & IP Newsnotes - Issue 2)
28 March 2016
A picture says a 1000 words or so the saying goes. So what about a shape? Several recent decisions have underlined the difficulties that can arise in trying to use shapes to protect a brand.
Sports Q&A – Maternity leave and equal opportunities
31 July 2018
Was it fair for Serena Williams to be seeded at Wimbledon?
Sports Q&A - How might Brexit affect sports immigration?
28 November 2018
As things stand, the UK will leave the EU on 29 March 2019. The UK will adopt a new immigration system post-Brexit, under which free movement of European nationals and their family members will cease. There will be a period of transition until the end of 2020, during which free movement will continue, and a new “settlement scheme” will be rolled out for European migrants. Free movement will end completely from January 2021. All British businesses will be affected by these changes. However, Brexit poses some particular challenges to the sports sector.
Overview of: ‘Data Analytics and the Future of Elite Sporting Performance’ forum 7 February 2017
21 February 2017
The Lewis Silkin Sports Business Group hosted its latest forum event, ‘Data analytics and the future of elite sporting performance’ on Tuesday 7 February, at which our esteemed panellists provided real insight on how elite athletes and teams are increasingly relying on data analysis to gain a competitive edge.
Keepin’ it real: Sponsors’ record-keeping duties just got a bit more sensible
30 November 2016
Following our update on the latest Statement of Changes in the Immigration Rules, we are now updating you on policy changes relating to sponsored workers published by the Home Office on 24 November 2016 and effective from that date:
Rubik’s Cubes: In a spin (Brands & IP Newsnotes - issue 4)
08 February 2017
Those of us of a certain age will remember the frustration of trying to complete a ‘Rubik’s Cube’. But following the CJEU’s ruling that the trade mark registration for the shape of the famous puzzle is invalid; it is the owner of the original Rubik’s Cube 3D puzzle that will be feeling frustrated.
Early Specific Disclosure Applications – factors the court will consider
22 January 2018
A decision in the Technology and Construction Court (“TCC") sheds light on the applicable test for early specific disclosure and the relevant considerations in making a successful application. Applications for early specific disclosure are relatively rare so the judgment provides helpful guidance.
Hackers, Judges and Spartacus: Containing a Data Breach with the Court’s Help
18 June 2018
Fear of publicity shouldn’t put off organisations from asking the court for help when they’ve been hacked, had data stolen, and are then blackmailed. There’s a range of orders which the English courts are willing to make against anonymous hackers and which, even if those orders are ignored, can be useful when it comes to containing a confidentiality breach – including when it comes to getting stolen data removed from other hosts/publishers, both in England and abroad.
Karen Millen - lessons from an SPA (Brands & IP Newsnotes - issue 3)
23 October 2016
Karen Millen, founder of the Karen Millen fashion brand has lost a High Court challenge to use her own name for homeware in the US and China.
‘Right-sourcing’ – a crucial competency for in-house lawyers
08 March 2018
Good resource management is an essential skill for in-house employment lawyers. To manage my workload effectively and make efficient use of the company’s resources, I am constantly required to assess whether work is best carried out in house or outsourced.