For many business owners, succession planning is one of the most important – and often most delayed – decisions they will make.
A trade mark is a sign that distinguishes your goods or services from those of other businesses. At its simplest, it is what allows customers to recognise your brand in the marketplace.
Buying a franchise can be a great way to go into business with the backing of an established brand and operating system.
If you want to let someone else use your brand, software, copyright material, trade mark, or other valuable business asset, the answer is often yes.
A registered trade mark is often one of the most effective ways to protect the identity you are building in the market, whether that is your business name, brand name, logo or slogan.
If you are starting a new business, launching a product or rebranding an existing venture, one of the first questions to ask is: is this brand name safe to use?
If you have ever signed a commercial contract , loan or lease with someone else, there is a good chance you have agreed to be jointly and severally liable.
From the 5th of October 2023, all registered charitable entities in New Zealand became subject to a new statutory duty to review their governance procedures.
