Articles by Kristine Biason

March 27, 2019

The difference between Business Names and Trade Marks

If you are in the process of setting up your business, it is important that...

March 27, 2019

What is the difference between a Trade mark and a Domain Name?

Businesses commonly protect the names they use to trade by registering a trade mark or a domain...

March 27, 2019

What happens after the trade mark examination process?

Before your trade mark application is approved, it must first undergo scrutiny by Intellectual Property...

March 27, 2019

What Steps Can I Take To Protect My Trademark?

So, Intellectual Property (IP) Australia approved your application for a trade mark. Congratulations! It is...

March 27, 2019

What are the limitations of trade mark protection?

Trade mark protection affords various rights to the owner of the trade mark that are common...

March 27, 2019

What can’t be a trade mark and why?

If you have read anything about trade marks in Australia, you will know that registration...

March 26, 2019

Should I Run a Franchise or an Independent Business?

If you are thinking of starting your own business, you should consider the advantage of...

March 22, 2019

Meeting the Five Charity Governance Standards

Australian registered charities must abide by five governance standards, set out by the Australian Charities...

March 22, 2019

How Can I Fundraise in NSW?

Many organisations consider receiving help with fundraising from external businesses or individuals. In New South...

March 5, 2019

Is it Legal for an Employer to Ask to See Your Facebook Profile?

The Fair Work Commission (Fair Work) is the government body that deals with employment issues...