Selective Crackdowns? Counterfeit Culture and the Enforcement Gap in Trinidad and Tobago
Of the many products available in shops across Trinidad and Tobago, a significant number are not what they seem.
PATH-TT Hosts First Stakeholder Meeting on Protecting Works of Mas
The Protecting the Artistic Traditions of Trinidad and Tobago initiative (PATH‑TT) recently hosted its first virtual stakeholder meeting, bringing together masmakers, cultural workers, and community leaders to discuss safeguarding traditional Mas as intellectual property. The session highlighted the challenges creatives face when their performances, costumes, and images are used without consent or compensation.
Intellectual Property Protection of the Steelpan and Its Potential for Economic Development in Trinidad Part 1
The steelpan is more than a musical instrument — it is the heartbeat of Trinidad and Tobago’s cultural identity. In this World Steelpan Day feature, Attorney-at-Law Nigel Trancoso explains how intellectual property law can protect the steelpan’s heritage, ensure its authenticity, and create lasting economic opportunities for the communities that gave it to the world.
Coal Pot court ruling in the news
The case stemmed from the unauthorised use of Sean Caruth’s iconic 2001 Soca hit, “The Cook” (popularly known as “Coal Pot”), in advertising campaigns for the Tobago Blue Food Festival in 2012.
Landmark Case on Artist Rights: Caruth v. THA Clarifies Copyright Law in T&T
In a major victory for creative rights, the Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of soca artist Sean Caruth in his case against the Tobago House of Assembly. This article explores what the Caruth v. THA decision means for performers and content creators in Trinidad and Tobago—especially regarding neighbouring and moral rights under the Copyright Act.
Honey Bee Taps Out? Or has she?
Lisa Wall aka Honey Bee’s video commonly known as “TAP OUT” has hit social media like no other on the island. Radio announcers, Facebook...
Photography and Intellectual Property
We have enjoyed a wonderful carnival. Now that the masquerading is over, you might recall crossing the stage beverages on the brain and...
The Business of the Creative Industries. Music Part 1
When first entering the industry in the capacity that I hold, I was appalled, but not surprised, to learn that in our music industry most...
How to deal with a car collision legally and win
If I was wrong in a vehicle accident and my friends or family was injured. What can they do? Sue! It is a common misconception that...
What do I need if I am purchasing land?
Generally, you would need to have a title search and a valuation done in the property. The title search shows what is called the root of...
