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Whenever a story breaks about a creative’s work being used without permission, especially by a big Company or brand, the following comments typically follow: “he shouldn’t have shared his trademark before getting paid”, “Didn’t he copyright your idea?” “That picture is your trademark. Sue them!” etc.  Many people, including creatives, use both terms interchangeably, oftentimes… Continue reading COPYRIGHT VS TRADEMARK.

Section 34 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Act provides for a freezing order on banks and other financial institutions. By virtue of this provision, the EFCC Chairman or any officer authorized by him may apply to the court for power to issue a Post No Debit (PND) order to freeze an account.… Continue reading KNOW YOUR RIGHTS (BANK ACCOUNT FROZEN)

This post, inspired by a real life experience, is in fulfillment of the promise to enlighten you on the dangers of downloading contracts online. A gentleman “prepared” a contract for a new artiste he was about to sign on, and sent it over for a “thirty minute perusal”. He had downloaded the contract off a… Continue reading THE DANGERS OF CUT & PASTE.

Any organization, regardless of its size would benefit tremendously from effective board meetings. They are a sine qua non both for helping the company stay on track with its goals, and for keeping individual board members interested and involved. Many a disengaged director has cited lack of information, lackadaisical attitude of management and refusal to… Continue reading BORED MEETINGS ?

One Friday evening, Tunde received a phone call from his old roommate, John with an idea to “flesh out”. John explained that he might be able to find a sponsor for the project, having built an impressive network as a Business Development Manager for a top bank. “I don’t even know if this is possible,… Continue reading DON’T YOU TRUST ME ???