Comment & Opinion

“The Beckham family dispute has highlighted questions around the trade mark registration BROOKLYN BECKHAM, and whether Brooklyn is free to use his own name commercially.”

“Stadium development is moving quickly, and Clubs need to stay ahead of both risk and fan expectations. The best outcomes come from being adaptable, realistic and aligned from day one.”

“Adjudication is designed to keep projects moving, but poor drafting can hand control to the Scheme and introduce unnecessary risk. Building robust contract provisions from the outset is the simplest way to stay in control of the process.”

“With proposals for right to work rules to be expanded to cover workers, contractors, self-employed freelancers, and gig‑economy workers, you will need to embed checks across your entire workforce.”

“Intellectual property law continues to evolve amid technological innovation, market shifts, and regulatory changes. As we enter the new year, we have identified the key issues you need to focus on to ensure your IP strategies remain effective over the next 12 months.”

“ESG reporting, tech and digital innovation, planning changes and employment rights dominate what has been a very busy few weeks in terms of legal and regulatory developments. But they’re by no means the only issues topping the legal agenda.”

“The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) is introducing new, increased official fees, and the clock’s ticking. The fees will have an impact for brand owners on the overall cost of managing a portfolio.”

“If you work with the defence sector, you need to prepare for the risk of disruption to your supply chain.”

“There are a number of ways in which an Adjudicator can protect their position to avoid getting into arguments about fees, and to resolve such arguments quickly and efficiently if they do arise”

“The stadiums for women’s matches will play an integral role in keeping this momentum going. That’s why it’s essential you understand the specific needs of women’s football and its uniquely diverse fanbase.”

“If your contracts fail to comply with the Construction Act, the Scheme will step in – often creating uncertainty rather than clarity. Getting the drafting right from the outset is the simplest way for you to avoid costly disputes later.”