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A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal case highlights how failing to support staff in finding suitable alternative roles can render a redundancy dismissal unfair, even when fair…
OpenAI has removed online content promoting its $6.4bn deal with Jony Ive’s hardware startup ‘io’ after a trademark complaint by AI earbud maker iyO.
The BBC has issued a legal threat to AI firm Perplexity, accusing it of copyright infringement and unauthorised use of BBC content in chatbot responses.
Deciding whether to register a trade mark for your business name, logo, or both is an important step in protecting your brand. But how do you…
Disney and Universal have filed a landmark lawsuit against AI image generator Midjourney, accusing the San Francisco-based company of large-scale copyright infringement and calling its tools…
Stability AI calls Getty Images’ copyright case a direct threat to the future of generative AI, as the high-profile legal battle over intellectual property rights begins…
A new survey reveals that 50% of Brits would trust AI for legal advice, yet lawyers warn of serious risks in relying on technology for nuanced…
Millions of UK cryptocurrency holders will soon be required to disclose their personal details to digital asset platforms, as HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) rolls out…
Tesla’s plans for its summer ride-hailing launch face hurdles as the USPTO rejects its ‘Robotaxi’ trademark for being too generic, while ‘Cybercab’ applications are also delayed.
Fire and rehire, also known as dismissal and re-engagement, is a practice that’s been around in the business world for a long time.
Gender pay gap reporting for large employers was introduced in 2017. The Government’s view is that this has improved transparency and provided employers with important information…
A landmark tribunal ruling could save UK families six-figure sums in inheritance tax by overturning HMRC’s challenge to historic ‘home loan’ tax schemes. Find out what…
Barings Law, a leading Manchester-based firm, has won a pivotal High Court appeal that could allow thousands of consumers to obtain swifter justice in motor finance…
From 6 April 2025, businesses must prepare for a significant new workplace entitlement—neonatal care leave. Currently, 1 in 7 babies in the UK requires neonatal care due to…
High Court to rule on whether a debt buyer owned by Elliott management can collect on personal guarantees sold by funding circle, raising key legal questions.