When Brand Power Meets Copyright Limits
A fast-moving copyright dispute shows how urgent IP conflicts can trigger duplicated legal work. The Court’s reasoning on parody, satire, and criticism highlights the need for early clarity—and cost structures that prevent clients from paying for both settlement and trial paths at once.
When a Licence Almost Took a Brand Away From Its Owner
A licensing agreement for cheddar and butter was later argued to stop Bega from using its own name on new products. In Fonterra v Bega (2021), the Court confirmed the licence extended only to the products it defined. The decision highlights the power of precise wording in determining who controls a brand’s growth.