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IP,
Decoded

Introducing IP, Decoded the De Beer Attorneys newsletter and resource centre featuring concise, informative and entertaining legal content. Check out a few of our most recent posts below and if you like what you read, subscribe to our mailing list and follow us on social media to stay up-to-date with our latest releases.

7 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A COPYRIGHT LAWYER TO PROTECT YOUR CREATIVE WORK

Aisha Playton

4 days ago
4 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

7 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A COPYRIGHT LAWYER TO PROTECT YOUR CREATIVE WORK

Do you have a copyright attorney on call? Here are seven reasons why you should

WHAT IS FAIR DEALING? DISCUSSING THE SOUTH AFRICAN COPYRIGHT LAW POSITION

Aisha Playton

4 days ago
3 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

WHAT IS FAIR DEALING? DISCUSSING THE SOUTH AFRICAN COPYRIGHT LAW POSITION

Do you want to learn the rules of engagement in terms of copyright use in South Africa? Check out this explainer on fair dealing

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FAIR USE VS FAIR DEALING: UNPACKING SOUTH AFRICA'S SHIFT UNDER THE COPYRIGHT AMENDMENT BILL

Aisha Playton

4 days ago
4 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FAIR USE VS FAIR DEALING: UNPACKING SOUTH AFRICA'S SHIFT UNDER THE COPYRIGHT AMENDMENT BILL

Have you been wondering what makes fair dealing unique from the US principle of fair use in copyright law? Click here to learn more.

WHAT IS TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT? A COMPLETE GUIDE

Aisha Playton

Sep 8
4 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

WHAT IS TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT? A COMPLETE GUIDE

Are you wondering what constitutes trademark infringement? We can help. Trademark infringement comes about when someone uses a trademark...

WHAT IS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW? A GUIDE TO PROTECTING YOUR CREATIONS IN AFRICA

Aisha Playton

Sep 6
3 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

WHAT IS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW? A GUIDE TO PROTECTING YOUR CREATIONS IN AFRICA

Intellectual property law is all about protecting what you create—whether it's an invention, a logo, a song, or a product design. This...

Aisha Playton

Sep 6
3 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

WHAT IS A TRADEMARK? A SIMPLE GUIDE TO PROTECTING YOUR BRAND IN AFRICA

A trademark is a unique sign, word, or design that identifies your business and distinguishes it from others. It can be a word, a logo,...

DAPPER DAN: HOW THE KING OF LOGOMANIA CHALLENGED TRADEMARK LAW TO RECAST THE TRAJECTORY OF LUXURY FASHION

Aisha Playton

Aug 31
12 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

DAPPER DAN: HOW THE KING OF LOGOMANIA CHALLENGED TRADEMARK LAW TO RECAST THE TRAJECTORY OF LUXURY FASHION

Have you heard of Dapper Dan? Check out this piece discussing his iconic journey traversing the worlds of fashion and intellectual property.

COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO COMMON LAW TRADEMARK RIGHTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Aisha Playton

Aug 26
6 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO COMMON LAW TRADEMARK RIGHTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Trademark protection is crucial for safeguarding your brand in today’s competitive marketplace. In South Africa, businesses can obtain...

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO TRADEMARK PROTECTION & REGISTRATION IN SOUTH AFRICA

Aisha Playton

Aug 26
5 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO TRADEMARK PROTECTION & REGISTRATION IN SOUTH AFRICA

In today’s competitive commercial market, securing your brand through trademark registration is essential for protecting your company's...

HERE'S WHY TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Aisha Playton

Aug 26
3 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

HERE'S WHY TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL FOR YOUR BUSINESS

In today's crowded marketplace, taking advantage of every means possible to stand out from your competitors is crucial to the survival of...

UNDERSTANDING THE TERRITORIAL NATURE OF TRADEMARK REGISTRATION: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE

Aisha Playton

Aug 22
4 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

UNDERSTANDING THE TERRITORIAL NATURE OF TRADEMARK REGISTRATION: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE

Trademark registration is essential for protecting your brand in today’s competitive market. However, understanding the territorial...

DE BEER ATTORNEYS AWARDED WITH "EMERGING SOUTH AFRICAN IP FIRM OF THE YEAR" HONOURS IN AFRICAN EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Aisha Playton

Aug 12
2 min

DE BEER ATTORNEYS AWARDED WITH "EMERGING SOUTH AFRICAN IP FIRM OF THE YEAR" HONOURS IN AFRICAN EXCELLENCE AWARDS

De Beer Attorneys wins another award! Click here to find out more.

PATENT POWER @ THE GAMES: KEY INNOVATIONS AT THE PARIS OLYMPICS

Aisha Playton

Jul 26
3 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

PATENT POWER @ THE GAMES: KEY INNOVATIONS AT THE PARIS OLYMPICS

Check out this article to learn how innovations and patents at the 2024 Paris Olympics are reshaping sports and IP law.

IPACSA: AN EXPERT-DRIVEN TAKE ON ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN SOUTH AFRICAN IP

Aisha Playton

Jul 22
3 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

IPACSA: AN EXPERT-DRIVEN TAKE ON ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN SOUTH AFRICAN IP

Transforming IP litigation in South Africa, IPACSA offers expert-driven alternatives in copyright, trademark, and patent disputes.

TM PROSECUTION SERIES: TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN EGYPT

Aisha Playton

Jul 18
8 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

TM PROSECUTION SERIES: TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN EGYPT

Navigate trademark prosecution in Egypt with De Beer Attorneys. In our guide, we share expert tips for securing TM rights in the region.

OAPI GOES DIGITAL: CELEBRATING THE ADOPTION OF DIGITAL TRADEMARK FILING & MAINTENANCE PROTOCOLS IN THE OAPI SYSTEM

Aisha Playton

Jul 2
2 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

OAPI GOES DIGITAL: CELEBRATING THE ADOPTION OF DIGITAL TRADEMARK FILING & MAINTENANCE PROTOCOLS IN THE OAPI SYSTEM

Have you heard? OAPI is going digital! Click here to learn more about the digitisation of trademark prosecution across this IP system.

ALL ROADS LEAD TO AFRICA: UNPACKING THE ARIPO & CNIPA PATENT PROSECUTION HIGHWAY COLLABORATION

Aisha Playton

Jun 26
2 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

ALL ROADS LEAD TO AFRICA: UNPACKING THE ARIPO & CNIPA PATENT PROSECUTION HIGHWAY COLLABORATION

China has yet again cemented its commitment to partnering with African nations with its latest collaboration with the ARIPO IP system.

TM PROSECUTION SERIES: ANGOLAN TRADEMARK REGISTRATION

Aisha Playton

Jun 25
6 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

TM PROSECUTION SERIES: ANGOLAN TRADEMARK REGISTRATION

Check out this sixth instalment of our trademark cheatsheet series where we take a deep dive into TM prosecution in vibrant Angola.

TM PROSECUTION SERIES: TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN NAMIBIA

Aisha Playton

Jun 5
5 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

TM PROSECUTION SERIES: TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN NAMIBIA

Unlock the basics of trademark prosecution in Namibia with the exclusive De Beer Attorneys African Trademark Cheatsheet Series.

TM PROSECUTION SERIES: TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN MAURITIUS

Aisha Playton

May 17
4 min

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

TM PROSECUTION SERIES: TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN MAURITIUS

In the fourth instalment of our TM Cheatsheet series we take a deep dive into trademark prosecution basics in Mauritius. Click to read more!

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