News About Freeths

Selling wellness in the UK under the Advertising Standards Authority’s rules

Iona Silverman and Eleanor Bradberry from Freeths explain how brands can advertise wellness products in the UK without attracting complaints

15 Apr 2026

Handles fall off US luxury bag case

Freeths’ Martin Noble explores the recent dismissal of the proposed US class action against Hermès and the line between lawful and unlawful selling practices for luxury brands

30 Sep 2025

Motor finance: luxury cars, secret commissions and a UK Supreme Court ruling

Freeth’s partner Richard Coates breaks down the ruling and its implications for luxury car dealers and owners

25 Aug 2025

Trademark balancing act: luxury brand protection versus reputational risk

Luxury brands can attract negative publicity for aggressively defending their trademarks, so striking the right balance is essential, write Freeths IP experts Iona Silverman, Dan Cahill and Kishan Pat...

16 Mar 2025

Protecting luxury designs: originality and craftsmanship in UK and EU copyright law

Freeths’ IP experts Martin Noble and Eleanor Bradberry break down recent decisions in the THJ Systems and WaterRower cases

12 Jan 2025

Protecting the precious: 10 tips to protect your brand from fakes

From understanding your sales channels to setting up monitoring services, Freeths experts Simon Barker and Fiona Lawson offer practical brand protection advice to keep your key assets away from fakers

31 Oct 2024

Freeths increases turnover by 13% as double-digit revenue growth trend continues

Revenue hit £145.5m following first full year in Scotland and buoyant disputes activity

23 Sep 2024

AI in advertising for luxury brands: the risks and rewards

With an eye on the UK market, Freeths’ Simon Barker and Chris Musgrave explain how to make the most of AI in advertising while managing possible IP pitfalls

23 Jul 2024

Substantiation is key for growing ‘invasive beauty and wellness’ market

With the increasing popularity of invasive beauty and wellness treatments, Freeth’s Eleanor Bradberry explains why luxury brands will need detailed evidence to support their claims.

20 Mar 2024

What happens to UK pensions following a high-net-worth divorce?

Freeths’ Antonia Williamson delves into the complexities of post-marital pension sharing

8 Feb 2024

Freeths expands into Scotland with hire of Addleshaw Goddard partner duo

Glasgow-based real estate specialists to launch national UK firm’s first office outside England

3 Jul 2023

Top tips for cosmetics companies to protect their crown jewels

Industry expert Rebecca Howlett at Freeths provides a practical checklist to protect a company’s most valuable intellectual property

28 Mar 2023

Freeths wins copyright battle for Bollywood record labels in UK High Court

UK-based record labels and well-known Pakistani performer Akram Rahi in copyright tussle for 12 songs used on YouTube channel in Birmingham-based court

23 Mar 2023

Legal ethics academic enlisted to advise on compensation scheme for Post Office scandal victims

Richard Moorhead joins independent board advising on scheme for postmasters whose settlement was swallowed up by legal costs

27 Feb 2023

EU Court of Justice's Louboutin decision guides luxury brands on online infringement

Freeths partner Martin Noble looks at where the court has drawn the line between trademark owners and online marketplaces

16 Feb 2023

Indecent advertising in fashion: Boohoo, Balenciaga and Pretty Little Thing

Freeths partner Simon Barker comments on recent risqué adverts and explains the ASA’s boundaries for proper clearance

7 Dec 2022

Commemorating Queen Elizabeth II: A primer on royal imagery

Freeths partner Iona Silverman reminds users about restrictions and proper copyright clearance for the late Queen and members of the royal family

20 Sep 2022

Ambush marketing: create a buzz without getting stung

With the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games approaching, Freeths experts Simon Barker and Emma Bacon provide a guide to ambush marketing's opportunities and legal constraints

15 Jul 2022

UK government appoints Freeths to oversee new compensation scheme for Post Office victims

More than 500 postmasters eligible for fresh compensation over Horizon IT scandal

30 Jun 2022

Influencers and the law made easy

Influencer reach is soaring and regulators around the world are paying close attention. Freeths partner Iona Silverman shares practical tips on the law and working with influencers.

18 May 2022