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The Importance of Photographic Releases for Startups and SMEs in South Africa
As a startup or small business in South Africa, using photos and images is crucial for marketing, branding, and growing your online presence. However, many entrepreneurs are unaware of the
Read moreHow can a Consignment Agreement Help Protect Intellectual Property Rights
A well-drafted consignment agreement can help protect intellectual property rights in several ways: Ownership and IP rights: The agreement should clearly state that the consignor (supplier) retains ownership and intellectual
Read moreWhat is the Difference Between Exclusive and Non-Exclusive License Agreements
The primary difference between exclusive and non-exclusive license agreements lies in the rights and restrictions they impose on the use of intellectual property (IP). Here’s a detailed comparison based on
Read moreLeverage License Agreements for South African Startups and SMEs
In today's business landscape, intellectual property (IP) plays a crucial role in driving innovation and success. As a startup or small to medium-sized business (SMB) in South Africa, protecting your
Read moreThe Essential Role of Indemnity Forms for South African Startups and SMEs
In the fast-paced world of startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), managing risk is crucial. One effective way to mitigate potential liabilities is through the use of an Indemnity
Read moreData Compliance Obligations in Tech Industry
In today's digital age, data is the lifeblood of the tech industry. However, as data becomes more valuable, protecting individuals' privacy and ensuring data security have become paramount concerns. In
Read moreSafeguarding Your Ideas: Retaining and Protecting Your Intellectual Property in the South African Tech Industry
In today's rapidly advancing world of technology, innovation is the driving force behind progress. For those involved in the tech industry, the protection of intellectual property (IP) is crucial. Intellectual
Read moreDoes “Fair Use” exist in South African Copyright law?
In South Africa, the concept of fair use is codified in the Copyright Act, 1978. Section 12 of the Act sets out the circumstances in which fair use of a
Read moreWhat happens when AI Generated essays amount to plagiarism?
OpenAI’s new baby Previously we discussed the nuance in intellectual property laws when it comes to AI generated images. In the latest discussions around AI generated intellectual property, AI generated
Read moreFast food franchise Pedros lost a legal battle against Nandos after mocking them in a recent advert
Eitan joined Chai FM to unpack the legal implications. Take a listen. https://www.chaifm.com/podcast/2022-11-16-eitan-stern-director-lawyer-at-legalese-discussing-law-implications-on-pedros-after-mocking-nandos-in-an-advert/
Read moreDos and Don’ts of Copyright for Advertising and Marketing Professionals
This blog is brought to you by the Legalese Guest Blogger Program, where we give young up-and-comer lawyers the opportunity to write for us and put their legal minds to work.
Read moreWho owns AI-generated images?
Recently due to expanded beta access to DALL-E, Legalese was able to utilise the mind-blowing and powerful text-to-image generator. If you do not know what I am talking about then
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