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Know-how definition

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What does Know-how mean?

Know-how is information that can be protected under the law of confidence. It can be recorded in any form or held in the memory of an individual. Know-how is not strictly a form of property in its own right, although it is often treated as a form of intellectual property.

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Remote execution of documents resources—checklist

Remote execution of documents resources—checklist Remote execution of documents has become increasingly popular. This Checklist of resources sets out some of the considerations for remote execution of documents when parties are not able to meet in person. Key commercial resources We have produced a collection that is a comprehensive, interactive resource to help users identify and work through the concepts and common issues when executing documents, including information relating to remote execution. Each section or phase includes practical guidance, precedent clauses and Q&As relevant to that section. For more information, see: Execution collection. This Checklist considers remote execution from a general commercial perspective only and assumes that the agreements are subject to English law. For general information and guidance relating to execution, see: Execution—overview. For more specific guidance on execution requirements in other Practice Areas please check that Practice Area’s content. The Law Society has also brought together a variety of established guidance on execution of documents by virtual means, execution of documents using electronic signatures, its ‘Tips on how to operate in...

New to role—in-house lawyers—handover—checklist

New to role—in-house lawyers—handover—checklist Where you are taking over your role from someone else and you are offered a handover, it is strongly recommended that you take the opportunity to speak to your predecessor, even if it is only a brief telephone call. This Checklist is intended for new in-house lawyers joining an organisation to replace the organisation’s previous in-house lawyer. It sets out some key areas you may want to cover in any handover with your predecessor, however short. It should be read in conjunction with Practice Note: Taking up a new role in-house—replacing a previous in-house lawyer. Nevertheless, the role is now yours and you needn’t be influenced to carry on exactly as before. There are always many ways of doing things and you must stamp your own mark on your role. You should build on what was done well previously and, where it is clear that some things weren’t working as well as they should, be prepared to act quickly to change things. You may need to...

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Ireland—Trade secrets and confidential information

Ireland—Trade secrets and confidential information This Practice Note sets out the protection available for trade secrets and confidential information in a commercial and employment context in Ireland. It outlines the common law and the law under SI No 188/2018 European Union (Protection of Trade Secrets) Regulations 2018 (Ireland) (the Trade Secrets Regulations (IRL)). Topics to be covered in this Practice Note include: • defining ‘trade secrets’ and ‘confidential information’ • protecting trade secrets and confidential information in the commercial and employment context • the concepts of fidelity and confidentiality • distinguishing between general knowledge and trade secrets • secondary liability • injunctions • other relief: damages, account of profits • European influence: Directive (EU) 2016/943 and SI No 188/2018 European Union (Protection of Trade Secrets) Regulations 2018 (Ireland) (the Trade Secrets Regulations (IRL)) Introduction to the laws protecting confidential information and trade secrets in Ireland Historically, Ireland had no statutory regime to address the protection of trade secrets and other confidential information. Their protection derived solely from equitable common law...

Formal presentations

Formal presentations Formal presentations strike fear in to the heart of many, but there are a whole host of things you can do to make things easier. This Practice Note sets out some hints and tips. Over-prepare Get your information right, but don’t be too constrained by a script. Have a summary (bullet point PowerPoint/cue cards) to talk to, so that you don’t forget key areas, but don’t get too focussed on the word for word delivery—then it can sound too robotic. Focus your energy Some people, when racked with nerves, stay totally motionless, fixed to the ground, with their arms at the side or their hands fiddling with jewellery. Learn to harness the energy in a positive way. It’s good to have some adrenaline, and it’s inevitable—that’s what creates some interest in what you’re saying, but use it well. Be relaxed but move around, be animated and create something interesting to look at. Smile So often people don’t smile—probably due to nerves. Remember, your audience really wants you to...

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Distribution agreement—non-exclusive—short form

Distribution agreement—non-exclusive—short form This Agreement is made on [date] Parties 1 [insert name of party] [of OR a company incorporated in England and Wales under number [insert registered number] whose registered office is at] [insert address] (Manufacturer); and 2 [insert name of party] [of OR a company incorporated in England and Wales under number [insert registered number] whose registered office is at] [insert address] (Distributor); each of the Manufacturer and the Distributor being a party and together they are the parties. Background (A) The Manufacturer manufactures [and supplies] the Products. (B) The Distributor has agreed to distribute the Products on a non-exclusive basis in the Territory in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement. The parties agree: 1 Definitions 1.1 In this Agreement: Active Sales • has the meaning given in Article 8(7) of VABEO; Affiliate • means any entity that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is in under common control with, another entity where “control” means the beneficial ownership of...

Teaming agreement—short form

Teaming agreement—short form This Agreement is made on [date] Parties 1 [Insert name of party] [of OR a company incorporated in England and Wales under number [insert registered number] whose registered office is at] [insert address] (Party 1); and 2 [Insert name of party] [of OR a company incorporated in England and Wales under number [insert registered number] whose registered office is at] [insert address] (Party 2) Each of Party 1 and Party 2 being a party and together the parties. BACKGROUND (A) Party 1 provides [insert description of goods and/or services]. (B) Party 2 provides [insert description of goods and/or services]. (C) The parties wish to submit a Bid as a joint tender to the Customer in response to the Invitation to Tender. (D) The parties wish to set out their obligations and regulate their rights in relation to the Bid and, if their Bid is successful, they intend to enter the Customer Contract[ and the Joint Venture Agreement] in accordance with this Agreement. The...

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Does a request submitted via an online portal constitute 'in writing' for the purposes of the Consumer Credit Act (in particular section 97), and regulation 3 of the Consumer Credit (Settlement Information) Regulations 1983?

Does a request submitted via an online portal constitute 'in writing' for the purposes of the Consumer Credit Act (in particular section 97), and regulation 3 of the Consumer Credit (Settlement Information) Regulations 1983? Under Section 97 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974, the borrower is entitled to know how much they have to pay in order to clear the debt. The request may

What technology risks are associated with temporary homeworking?

What technology risks are associated with temporary homeworking? This Q&A explains the main technology risks associated with temporary homeworking and suggests some risk mitigation measures you may wish to consider putting in place. Temporary homeworking in situations such as a pandemic (eg coronavirus (COVID-19)) will present staff with new challenges and an unfamiliar, often stressful, situation. To protect you, your staff and your customers/clients, you should: • introduce and communicate sensible and pragmatic security arrangements that support you and your staff while using remote IT systems, and • consider giving staff simple how-to guides for your systems and programmes to help them adapt, particularly for staff who have not routinely worked remotely before Working outside a secured office presents some additional challenges for management too. Increased risk of theft or unauthorised access Staff may be more likely to have devices stolen when they are away from the office, and there may also be an increased likelihood that someone who is not authorised to access a device or system...

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Pensions weekly highlights—15 May 2025

This week's edition of Pensions weekly highlights includes a review of key news stories, as well as dates for your diary and trackers.

IP weekly highlights—15 May 2025

This week's edition of IP weekly highlights includes: a hand-picked summary of news analysis, updates and new content from the world of IP. These highlights focus on the key rights of copyright and associated rights, database rights, trade marks and passing off, designs, and patents, as well as covering issues relating to confidential information, know-how R&D and IP disputes all mainly from a UK and European perspective.

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