Internet and Digital Technologies
The information economy is characterised by rapid changes in technology, particularly digital technology. Development in the areas of telecommunications and broadcasting, broadband and wireless technology, and the internet has led to similarly rapid and complex changes in the law, as well as uncertainty as to the application of current law to new phenomena.
The growth in digital technologies has led to regulatory convergence in telecommunications and broadcasting. The importance to business of having a definite web presence, and business’ increasing reliance on electronic databases, lead to interesting issues involving traditional laws like copyright and trade marks law, as well as more contemporary laws such as that which protects personal privacy.
Our deregulated economy and the move towards global free trade, and the threat of terrorism have also affected this environment.
Hunt & Hunt recognises the importance of the information economy and has developed considerable expertise in the application of the law to those who operate their business on-line, and those who utilise digital technologies in their operations.
Our Services
- Advice to internet businesses on compliance with intellectual property and privacy laws, and management of disputes
- Assistance with implementation of electronic data interfaces with customers and suppliers, including development of electronic trading partner agreements and portal terms and conditions
- Compliance advice for business and marketing activities which rely on electronic databases, including advice on the spam, “do not call” register, privacy and telecommunications acts
- Information and Communication Technology contracts advice and documents, and management of disputes
- The establishment of internet businesses, including advice and action on structuring, domain names, and intellectual property protection
- Website hosting and development agreements, website terms and conditions and privacy policies
For further information, contact Catherine Logan.
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