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What Happens If I Don’t Register My Business as a Trademark?

  What Happens If I Don’t Register My Business as a Trademark?” #TrademarkLawIndia #BusinessTrademark #IntellectualPropertyIndia #LegalProtectionIndia #TrademarkRegistration 💼 Client’s Question: “I’ve started a new business and have a unique brand name and logo. Do I really need to register it as a trademark, or is it okay to just use it without registration?” #TrademarkProtection #IPRIndia #BrandProtection #BusinessLawIndia 📘 Answer: Don’t Risk It—Trademark Registration Is Key! While using a trademark can establish some rights, registering it provides exclusive legal protection and many other benefits . Here’s why you should consider registering your business’s brand name or logo as a trademark: ✔️ Exclusive Rights – Once registered, you own the trademark in India and can prevent others from using it. ✔️ Legal Protection – In case of infringement, you can take legal action and seek compensation . ✔️ Brand Credibility – A registered trademark adds credibility a...
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Can a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) Be Enforced After The Project Is Completed?

Can a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) Be Enforced After The Project Is Completed?” 🤐🔒 Here’s a popular question that pops up when clients are wrapping up a project: 👉 “I signed an NDA with a vendor for a project that’s now finished. Can I still enforce the NDA, or is it just a ‘for the duration of the project’ thing?” Well, the answer is YES , and here’s why you should treat your NDA like your favourite pair of shoes — don’t throw them away just yet! 🕵️‍♂️👠 #NonDisclosureAgreement #PostProjectConfidentiality #NDAEnforcement #BusinessProtection #LexisAndCompany 🔑 NDA’s Lifespan: Not Just for the Project Duration A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) isn’t like a one-night stand— it has lasting power ! 😅 NDAs often include "perpetual confidentiality" clauses, meaning that even after the project ends , the confidentiality obligation continues to exist . 👉 That means proprietary information , trade secrets , or confidential business data shared during the project must st...
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Can My Employer Fire Me for Taking Sick Leave?

  Can My Employer Fire Me for Taking Sick Leave?” #EmployeeRightsIndia #SickLeavePolicy #TerminationRights #LabourLawIndia #WorkplaceRights #LegalHelpIndia 💼 Client’s Question: “I’ve been on sick leave for a week, and now my employer says they might terminate me. Can they fire me for taking sick leave?” #EmploymentLawIndia #WorkplaceDispute #LegalRightsIndia #EmployeeTermination 📘 Answer: Not So Fast—Your Rights Are Protected! Under Indian Labour Laws , employers cannot fire employees for taking legitimate sick leave . Your right to health is a fundamental part of your employment contract . However, here’s the catch: ✔️ You must follow company procedures (e.g., informing your employer in advance, submitting medical certificates) ✔️ Your employer can ask for proof of illness , but cannot fire you just because you’re sick ✔️ If you’ve taken excessive leave without justification or abused the system, they might take action, but that’s a different scenario #EmployeeRig...
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