Intellectual Property - Copyright Infringement in Computer Software

The case of Point Solutions Ltd v Focus Business Solutions Ltd and Another [2007], which was heard in the Court of Appeal, involved a claimant who carried on business as a provider of computer software services, and in particular software for the creation and use of electronic application forms for provision to the financial services sector.

Intellectual Property - Copyright Infringement - Trade Mark Infringement

The case of KK Sony Computer Entertainment and Another v Pacific Game Technology (Holding) Ltd [2006], concerned the infringement of copyright in computer games systems under the name of 'PlayStation'. The first claimant was a Japanese company and the second claimant was its UK subsidiary. Both claimants were corporate incarnations of the well known Japanese electronics group, Sony.

PPC Ads Face A New Trademark Limitation

A federal court ruled last week that it is not only a trademark violation any longer to use another company’s trademark to deceive search engine users in the paid ad headline. The court has further ruled, that you can not purchase a trademark as a keyword to bring up your paid listing on Google, Yahoo, MSN and other search engines.

Domain Names - A Market of Great and Growing Importance

The sale of domain names generated $29 million in 2005, with increasing numbers each year after that. Domain names transactions involve large amounts money, and the market for them is quickly becoming one of the most important in the new century. Domain name arbitration is not the only way to ensure that URL's go to whom they should.

Business Records & Identity Theft

Did you know that identity theft victims are entitled to FREE copies of your business records relating to the identity theft. You need to know the process for handing the records over!

Preventing Identity Theft

Preventing identity theft is never foolproof but use these tips and you'll have a much better chance at preventing identity theft before it happens.

The Identity Theft Epidemic - What The Experts Aren't Telling You

Picture yourself walking down the street, all alone. It's late at night. It's a bit brisk, and the wind is blowing through the tall buildings on both sides of you. Suddenly, from out of nowhere, some...

Identity Theft Offline -- So Many Possibilities

People are too careless when giving away information about themselves, both online and offline. Much cautioned about identity theft and phishing in the Internet, we tend to relax when speaking in person and often reveal information potentially valuable for identity thieves.

Identity Theft - Defining Who We Are

With so much information today on Identity Theft, I can't help but wonder if the real danger is not in someone trying to become us but in us trying to become someone else to feel we are a success in life. Are you a victim? What are you allowing to define you in life? What really defines us may surprise you.

Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

This article explains the dangers of identity theft, and how to protect yourself from identity theft.

Protect Yourself From Online Identity Theft

One of the prime axioms in life is just when you think it couldn’t happen to you, it does. This is a sad fact, and even more so when you consider the crime of identity theft. You take years to establish your financial and individual identity and reputation, and in one moment the illegal act of another washes it all away wreaking havoc on your financial life. The reasons for identity theft are as varied as the circumstances of the unsuspecting victims. There are ways to protect yourself. Being diligent and using common sense can go a long way in preventing this troublesome event from happening in your life. Following are some steps to consider.

What Are the Most Common Ways to Commit Identity Theft or Fraud?

How do you know if your are a victim of identity theft? Find out the mos common ways this crime is committed.

Identity Theft - Monitor Your Credit Report

Those at risk for identity theft have a new tool at their disposal. The credit bureaus will allow you to monitor your credit activity.

Identity Theft - Guard Your Children's Social Security Numbers

Identity thieves have found a lucrative new source of identities to steal – those of children. You should guard your children’s personal information carefully.