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Buying a property is a major financial decision. Homebuyers often compare several projects before choosing a property, considering factors such as location, price, amenities, possession timelines and the developer's reputation. However, these factors alone may not provide a complete picture of the risks involved. Disclosures under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, commonly known as RERA, help buyers access important information about registered real estate projects. These disclosures can improve transparency and help buyers make informed decisions before committing their savings. For developers, accurate disclosures are equally important. Incomplete, inconsistent or misleading information can create uncertainty, affect buyer confidence and lead to legal disputes. Understanding how RERA disclosures influence property purchases can help both buyers and developers approach real estate transactions with greater clarity. What Are RERA Disclosures? RERA was introduc...

Patent due diligence is an important part of many technology transactions. Investors, acquirers and businesses may review a company's patent portfolio before entering an investment, acquisition, licensing or strategic partnership. Artificial intelligence could change how this review is performed. AI tools can process large volumes of patent records, identify relationships between documents and assist with preliminary portfolio analysis. These capabilities may make due diligence faster, particularly when a company owns patents across several jurisdictions. However, patent due diligence involves more than searching databases. Ownership, validity, scope, licensing arrangements and potential disputes require careful legal and technical assessment. What Is Patent Due Diligence? Patent due diligence involves examining a company's patent rights and related risks. The review may consider registered patents, pending applications, ownership records, licences, assignments, disputes and th...

  Artificial intelligence is becoming part of research and development across many industries. Employees may use AI tools to analyse technical information, generate ideas, test solutions or improve existing designs. In some cases, these activities may contribute to an invention with potential commercial value. This creates an important question for businesses: who owns an invention developed with the assistance of AI? The answer is not always straightforward. Patent law, employment contracts, company policies and the nature of the employee's contribution can all become relevant. Businesses should therefore establish clear processes before AI becomes deeply integrated into research and development. AI Assisted Invention Is Becoming More Common Employees can use AI in many stages of technical development. An engineer may use an AI system to identify possible solutions to a technical problem. A software developer may use AI to generate or improve code. A research team may use an AI mo...

Indian businesses are increasingly looking beyond domestic markets. A successful brand may expand through exports, international distributors, franchising, licensing or direct operations in other countries. While global expansion can create significant opportunities, it also introduces new trademark risks. Trademark rights are generally territorial. Registration in India does not automatically provide protection in another country. A brand owner entering a foreign market must therefore consider whether its name, logo and other brand elements are available for use and protection in the target jurisdiction. Early trademark planning can help Indian businesses avoid disputes and protect the value of their brands as they expand internationally. Why Indian Trademark Protection Is Not Enough A trademark registered in India primarily provides protection within the relevant Indian legal framework. It does not automatically prevent another business from using or registering a similar mark in a f...

Privacy has become an important part of building digital products. Startups collect personal information through websites, applications, online platforms and other digital services. Customers often rely on the promises made by a business when deciding whether to share their information. A privacy notice or other public statement can therefore create expectations about how personal information will be collected, used and shared. Problems can arise when these promises do not match the startup's actual practices. For a growing business, privacy should be considered during product development rather than treated as a document to prepare shortly before launch. What Are Privacy Promises? Privacy promises can appear in several forms. A startup may make commitments through its privacy policy, website, application interface, customer agreement or other communications. These statements may explain what information is collected, why it is needed, whether it is shared with third parties and ho...

Corporate control disputes can create significant challenges for businesses when shareholders, directors or other stakeholders disagree over who should influence important company decisions. Such disputes may involve voting rights, board appointments, management authority, ownership interests or strategic decisions. While a disagreement may begin with a specific corporate issue, prolonged conflict can affect business operations, finances and commercial relationships. Delayed decisions, legal expenses and uncertainty can make it harder for a company to pursue its ordinary business objectives. Understanding the potential consequences of corporate control disputes can help businesses recognise the importance of clear governance structures and effective dispute resolution mechanisms. What Are Corporate Control Disputes? A corporate control dispute generally arises when parties disagree about who has the authority or voting power to influence the company's affairs. These disputes may oc...