Hi all,
Maybe it had already been asked and discussed here, so apologies for the repetition.
I have been searching for any legal information pertaining to using real names of companies I've worked in the past, i.e. if it is legal or not. I've read some input from American websites that it is best to use fake names (persons or companies) to avoid any type of litigation whatsoever. Is this the preferred route/advice in the UK too?
Some of these companies are now defunct, or bought by other companies where their original names are no longer used. I've changed people's names although there was nothing deemed unfavourable or incriminating. I guess I just want the book to be as open, honest and real as possible, for which I could also be proud to share to anyone mentioned in it.
Your thoughts and advice would be appreciated.
Best regards,
Marlon
I reckon that there could be a potential risk of litigation due to trademark infringement, as the buyer may have acquired the IPR as part of goodwill, maybe?
Even fake names which resemble real companies could be risky. Better to err on the side of caution, I reckon.
Not 100 percent sure but wished to express my thoughts.