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Using photos from the internet: copyright ownership and 'orphan works'
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 25/12/2015
» A picture is worth 1,000 words is an old adage, but in today's accelerated digital economy, the concept is more relevant than ever. With more and more competition for consumers' attention, many businesses -- from global advertising agencies to mom-and-pop shops -- are turning to the internet to find compelling images that reinforce their message.
Insurance laws changing with the times
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 01/05/2015
» To promote and develop Thailand's growing insurance industry and prepare for greater market activity under the Asean Economic Community, the government recently amended the laws governing the country's life and non-life insurance industries for the third time. Formally known as the Life Insurance Act No.3 of 2015 and the Non-Life Insurance Act No.3 of 2015, the amendments took effect on March 6, seven years after the previous amendments were made. The changes can be divided into three main parts as follows:
Public-private partnerships in infrastructure projects
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 09/12/2016
» The government has said it intends to use public-private partnerships (PPPs) to help it achieve its infrastructure development goals. To this end, the previous administration passed the Private Investment in State Undertakings Act (2013) and the current government announced a related strategic plan in 2015.
Creditors' claims for debt repayment in reorganisation
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 08/07/2016
» Thailand's economy does not paint an image that befits the country's reputation as the "Land of Smiles". Politics, drought, floods and conflict in the Deep South have taken their toll on Thai businesses. As a result, we have seen a steadily rising number of business reorganisations over the past few years. This article outlines Thailand's business reorganisation procedures and how creditors can collect debts from companies involved in reorganisation.
Changes in Thailand’s appeal system for civil cases
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 19/02/2016
» There are three tiers of courts in Thailand — the courts of first instance (Civil Court, District Court, Provincial Court and other specialised courts), appeal courts and the Supreme Court (Dika Court or Sarn-Dika). Thai law traditionally has allowed parties to appeal any court of first instance decision to the appeal courts and subsequently the latter’s decision to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court’s judgement (referred to as the Dika) is final.
Rights management information protection in Thailand
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 24/07/2015
» The internet has made access to a plethora of content readily available across the world. Search engines such as Google, Bing, Yahoo and AOL have made it even easier to find content. As access increases, however, the risk of such content being duplicated or altered also rises.
Access and Innovation in Public Health: A Challenging Dichotomy
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 30/05/2014
» The patent system is designed to protect innovation and, in the same vein, offer an instrument guaranteeing that the fruits of innovation, such as genetic profiling, pharmacokinetics, and gene therapy, will be beneficial for all groups in society.
DSI also has right to investigate customs violations
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 21/03/2014
» Business operators in Thailand should be familiar with the many administrative agencies that have regulatory and investigative authority. For example, under the Customs Act B.E. 2469, the Customs Department has the right to investigate any customs transaction that might not comply with the customs law.
Thailand paving the way towards an Innovation-Driven economy
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 18/10/2013
» Industry Minister Prasert Boonchaisuk recently reiterated the government's determination to continue promoting the Thailand Creative Economy initiative. In an attempt to rally support for Thailand's transition to an innovation-driven country, he used rousing words such as "creative" and "sustainable" to describe his latest strategy. A three-stage, 20-year plan is now being drawn up, but it is not without its challenges.
Employee inventions and creativity: Ownership and Compensation
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 17/05/2013
» With Thailand making the transition to a creative economy, and employers now recognising the importance of employee creativity, it has become very important for managers to know the principles of intellectual property (IP) compensation and foster an environment of innovation where employees are willing to transfer their IP rights for a company's benefit.