Commercial ContractsWelcome to the Chris Farnell blog. With the potential financial rewards available in professional sport, and the importance of protecting rights and the revenue generated, it’s not surprising that individuals involved in sport often look to solicitors to protect their interests.The employment of sports professionals is legally no different to other employment situations. A good contract should always prevent disputes and encourage...
Sports and IPWelcome to the Chris Farnell blog. Sports is an Intellectual Property rich industry. Recent trends have shown that elite sportspersons are afforded increasing protection of their image rights. Examples include images of sportspersons in advertising, television and computer gaming. If your image has been used by another person or company in order for them to make financial gain, you are entitled...