My latest articles
Renovating a property as a change to a copyrighted work: when you need the architect's consent
Renovating a property can, under the Copyright Act, be an interference with an architectural work. When can you carry out a conversion, an added storey or a facade change even without the architect's consent thanks to the statutory licence under Section 38d, and when must you ask for consent in advance? And why may it determine whether the architect sues you to have a finished conversion removed?
Transferring property to your children without future disputes between siblings
Giving a house to one child doesn’t have to lead to a dispute with siblings. In this article, we’ll explain how to use a combination of a gift deed and a purchase agreement to settle matters with siblings fairly, legally soundly, and without unnecessary taxes—and why the money should be held in escrow.
Family and good relationships are paramount - prevent disputes.
The “Švarc system” in light of a court decision
Data Act - what you should not overlook
The Data Act opens up access to data generated by smart devices. Users gain a right to the data their devices generate and can easily share it with a third party.
Manufacturers and service providers must make the data available in a machine-readable format, provide advance information about how it will be used and enable a seamless switch to another provider. In exceptional circumstances, the data may also be made available to public institutions.
Grants for the IP Scan service and trademarks are back! You can apply from 2 February 2026.
It is no surprise that the Czech Republic consistently ranks among the leaders in drawing on the IP Scan grant. It is a valuable service and one that entrepreneurs genuinely need. After all, who wouldn't want cost-effective advice from a certified attorney?
And support for registering trademarks? That is undoubtedly a great opportunity to give your business a boost and protect it.
If it isn't a copyrighted work, can I do whatever I want with it?
Many ebooks and LinkedIn posts have already been written about how works created by AI are not copyrighted works. They are therefore not protected by copyright. Does that mean that everything not protected by copyright is freely available?
For example, an image generated by AI? An expert report? General terms and conditions?