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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.
Criminal charges relating to work permits
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 22/03/2013
» The blooming of global investment has been shrinking the world and blurring national borders. In our region, the Asean Economic Community (AEC) blueprint is designed to establish Asean as a single market and production base. It is hoped that Asean will become more dynamic and competitive, with new ways to expedite existing economic initiatives.
US cracks down on it theft by overseas manufacturers
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 08/02/2013
» Marking an unprecedented milestone in the fight against unfair competition, a state attorney-general in the United States has taken legal action against a Thai manufacturer that produced and exported products while using stolen IT to unfairly lower its operating costs and undercut competition.
AEC: Moving towards a common market
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 25/01/2013
» A common market for financial services will be one of the major components of the Asean Economic Community when it takes effect at the end of 2015. This will represent a significant change for securities regulation in Thailand, where the Securities and Exchange Act, subject to some exceptions, places substantial restrictions on the offering of foreign securities in Thailand.
Regulation of investment advisers in Thailand
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 11/01/2013
» Many people in Thailand are now focused on their personal investments. Investors want to know the products in which to invest and how to plan their finances. They are therefore increasingly turning to investment advisers. Given the increasing demand for these services, it is worthwhile to examine how investment advisers are regulated.
Company directors face civil and criminal liability for software piracy
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 28/12/2012
» Company directors can be held liable for software copyright violations in their businesses, even if they are unaware that software piracy is taking place at their companies, according to Thai copyright law.
Managing ip for entrepreneurs
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 14/12/2012
» On Sept 10, 2009, the government established the National Creative Economy Policy Committee to set guidelines and translate policy into action by various government agencies. This led to the Creative Thailand programme, which was intended to encourage the growth and competitiveness of businesses through creativity and research and development. Intellectual property rights (IPRs) play a crucial role in moving this policy forward.
Commercial lease agreements and thai law
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 30/11/2012
» Long-term lease agreements in Thailand are generally limited to a maximum term of 30 years and may then be renewed for another 30-year term under Section 540 of the Civil and Commercial Code of Thailand.
Minimising employer liability for subcontracted employees
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 16/11/2012
» Many companies, for a number of sound reasons, use workers employed through subcontractor agreements with third-party employers. Such agreements can allow a company to meet short-term needs without the burden of actually employing the workers.
Thailand's draft tobacco consumption control act: Plain packaging and beyond
Business, Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd, Published on 19/10/2012
» Australia will soon be the first country to require all tobacco products to be sold in plain packaging. From Dec 1, 2012, tobacco packaging will be standardised for all manufacturers; photographic health warnings will occupy 75% of the front and 90% of the back of the packaging, and product names will appear in a uniform font on the remainder of the pack, which itself must be coloured olive green. No famous logos, other branding, trademarks or colours can be applied.