Trade Marks Archives - Page 19 of 57

AUSTRALASIA

14 November 2018

A ‘best practice’ approach to IP management – why it’s a good idea to consolidate your IP under one roof

We handle the intellectual property (IP) portfolios for a diverse range of clients, many of whom are large multinationals. Their IP portfolios typically include all forms of registrable rights...

We handle the intellectual property (IP) portfolios for a diverse range of clients, many of whom are large multinationals....

8 November 2018

Possibility of “no deal Brexit”- European Trade Marks

The UK is scheduled to leave the EU in March 2019. In the event of the UK leaving the EU without a deal being reached, the UK Government has...

The UK is scheduled to leave the EU in March 2019. In the event of the UK leaving the...

SOUTHEAST ASIA

31 October 2018

Myanmar Update – New Language Requirements for Trademark Applications

In Myanmar, trademarks are currently registered at the Registry of Deeds under the Registration Act. Trademarks are registered by filing a Declaration of Ownership at the Registry of Deeds,...

In Myanmar, trademarks are currently registered at the Registry of Deeds under the Registration Act. Trademarks are registered by...

GREATER CHINA

24 September 2018

Hong Kong Update – Online Sales and Website Evidence Deemed Insufficient in Hugo Boss’ Trade Mark Infringement Claim

On 6 July 2018, the Hong Kong Court of Appeal reversed the High Court’s decision and held that Hugo Boss AG (“Hugo Boss”) was not able to rely on...

On 6 July 2018, the Hong Kong Court of Appeal reversed the High Court’s decision and held that Hugo...

AUSTRALASIA

24 September 2018

Australia Update – There is a Difference Between 2 and 4 Brothers

4 Brothers Brewing applied to register the below trade mark in connection with beer and the brewing of beer.

SOUTHEAST ASIA

24 September 2018

Cambodia Update – Sophistication and Increase of Trademark Filings

Cambodia has sixteen million people, an open economy, and has experienced rapid economic growth over the last decade. The standard of living of the Cambodian people continues to improve...

Cambodia has sixteen million people, an open economy, and has experienced rapid economic growth over the last decade. The...

AUSTRALASIA

24 September 2018

Australia Update – When use supersedes descriptiveness

This matter concerned an application by ATP Institute Pty Ltd to register the trade mark MULTI FOOD in connection with supplements in Class 5.

This matter concerned an application by ATP Institute Pty Ltd to register the trade mark MULTI FOOD in connection...

SOUTHEAST ASIA

24 September 2018

Myanmar Update: New Trade Mark Law in the Making

A new trade mark system in Myanmar could be only months away with the draft trade mark law (the “Law”), Myanmar’s first trade mark law, currently under review by...

A new trade mark system in Myanmar could be only months away with the draft trade mark law (the...

AUSTRALASIA

24 September 2018

New Zealand Update – Another Costly Opposition for Monster Energy

Monster Energy Company opposed registration of trade mark application No. 1039137 UNLEASH YOUR POWER in Class 30, owned by Nutrition Fit 2004, Limited. Monster Energy’s opposition was based...

Monster Energy Company opposed registration of trade mark application No. 1039137 UNLEASH YOUR POWER in Class 30, owned by...

AUSTRALASIA

24 September 2018

Australia Update – No reputation, No opposition

Elmwood Design opposed the application by Dig & Fish to register the trade mark DIG&FISH in connection with a range of business and information technology services.

Elmwood Design opposed the application by Dig & Fish to register the trade mark DIG&FISH in connection with a...

SOUTHEAST ASIA

24 September 2018

Malaysia Update – Matters Originating from Registrar of Trade Marks End at the Court of Appeal

The appellant, an international pharmaceutical company, filed a notice of opposition before the Registrar under section 28 of the Trade Marks Act 1976 ('the TMA') against the respondent’s application...

The appellant, an international pharmaceutical company, filed a notice of opposition before the Registrar under section 28 of the...

AUSTRALASIA

24 September 2018

New Zealand Update – When Secondary Meaning Helps Overcome Initial Objections

The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited (“NZ Institute”) applied to register trade mark application No. 955412 PLANT AND FOOD RESEARCH; PLANT & FOOD RESEARCH (series)...

The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited (“NZ Institute”) applied to register trade mark application No....