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Media law pertains to the regulatory framework that govern the media industry, encompassing both traditional print and broadcast media, as well as the burgeoning digital landscape. The domain of media law encompasses an extensive spectrum of subjects, comprising but not limited to liberty in the domain of expression, control of information dissemination, stigmatization, safeguarding of intellectual property, privacy fortification, and access to information.
Some key areas of media law include:
Freedom of expression: This is the right to express oneself without censorship or restraint. Media law protects this right, although there may be limitations to free speech in certain circumstances, such as hate speech, incitement to violence, or obscenity.
Defamation: This is a false statement that harms a person's reputation. Media law regulates defamation to protect individuals from false and damaging statements made by the media. Defamation can be either libel (written or published) or slander (spoken).
Intellectual property: This refers to the legal protection of creative works, such as music, art, and literature. Media law regulates the use and distribution of copyrighted material, trademarks, and patents.
Privacy: This refers to the right of individuals to control their personal information. Media law regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by the media.
Access to information: This refers to the right of individuals to access information held by public authorities. Media law regulates access to information to ensure that the media can obtain information from public authorities.
The pertinence of media law lies in its fundamental role of safeguarding the rights of journalists, media entities, and other stakeholders. The protection of freedom of the press assures that media outlets are empowered to report on topics of significant relevance to the public without apprehension towards censorship or retaliation, whilst concurrently safeguarding the right of individuals to confidentiality and the safeguarding of their reputation.
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Intellectual Property (IP) is described as the creation of the mind. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) bestow upon the inventor/creator or their assignee a solitary right to completely employ their invention/creation for a specified duration. It is widely acknowledged that IP assumes a pivotal function in contemporary economics.
The significance of intellectual labor in innovation has been firmly established, as it constitutes a crucial factor in ensuring that public benefit is derived from such endeavors. The realm of research and development (R&D) has witnessed a substantial surge in costs, accompanied by a corresponding increase in the required investments for commercializing a novel technology.
Although all doctrines of IP are intangible, IP has acquired the same attributes as tangible property. Most forms of IP can be registered, sold, leased, transferred, licensed and used as security. Further to the foregoing, Kenyan law requires that all forms of IP regardless of their place of registration to be recorded with the Government.
In IP registration, we aid in: Conducting searches to ascertain the credibility of the applications; drafting specifications, lodge applications; give clarity on any issues that arise from the applications; advise and defend clients on issues relating to registration or protection of IPR; and commercialization of IP. Further, we advise and litigate on trade secrets and traditional Knowledge. The Firm also advises on Collective Management Organizations in Copyright and undertakes Recordation of IP.
Corporate law is a legal area that presides over the conception and functioning of companies. This pertains to the fields of contract and commercial law. In conformity with state regulations, a corporation represents a commercial enterprise structured as a legal entity. The regulation of the establishment, structure, and cessation of corporations is governed by varying legislations across distinct jurisdictions. A corporation is a legal construct that exists as a separate entity from its shareholders, possessing the capacity to engage in contractual relationships, institute legal proceedings, and undertake other operations necessary for the maintenance of a commercial enterprise such as: Sole Proprietorships, Companies, and Partnerships. Religious bodies, local churches, and Non-Governmental Organizations.
Mvera, Nyanje & Mambo Advocates LLP (MN&M) has an elaborate division in authority for: actualizing or guide in the: registration of corporate bodies; Management of the corporate bodies; and dissolution of the same. In the management of corporate entities, the Firm conducts legal audits to confirm compliance of the entities with the laws in place. The essence of the legal audit is to avoid criminal liability and increase the chances of winning any legal suit to 98%.
Further, the Firm undertakes:
In commercial transactions, the firm has extensive experience in: conducting due diligence; drafting; executing; editing; perusing and advising on: Purchase & Sale Agreements; Non-Disclosure & Confidentiality Agreements; Capital Equipment Purchase and Leases; Commercial Security Agreements; Commercial Property Leases; Construction Contracts; Consulting Agreements; Distribution, Dealer, and Sales Representative Agreements; Employment Agreements; Guaranties for Financing; Inter-Creditor, Subordination and other Banking and Lending Agreements; Joint Venture Agreements; Loan Agreements; Mortgages, Liens, Deeds and Easements; Security Agreements/Instruments; and Shareholder Agreements among others.