Trade Marks Archives - Page 19 of 57

GREATER CHINA

24th Sep 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

24th Sep 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.

AUSTRALASIA

24th Sep 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

24th Sep 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...

SOUTHEAST ASIA

24th Sep 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

24th Sep 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

24th Sep 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

24th Sep 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

24th Sep 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....

SOUTHEAST ASIA

24th Sep 2018

Singapore Update – Adidas Failed to Prevent Taiwan-based Manufacturer from Registering Trademark in Singapore

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

SOUTHEAST ASIA

24th Sep 2018

Thailand Update – Trademark “Honest Concurrent Use”

Thai Supreme Court Guidance. Section 13 Paragraph 2 of the Thai Trademark Act directs Registrars to refuse applications for marks that are similar to a prior registered mark, given that...

Thai Supreme Court Guidance. Section 13 Paragraph 2 of the Thai Trademark Act directs Registrars to refuse applications for marks...

AUSTRALASIA

24th Aug 2018

Dispute between Dunlop and Goodyear highlights importance of maintaining control over use of marks

- Dispute between Dunlop and Goodyear over use and registration of DUNLOP and ‘flying D’ device mark - Use by Goodyear Australia was under control of registered owner, Goodyear US -...

- Dispute between Dunlop and Goodyear over use and registration of DUNLOP and ‘flying D’ device mark - Use by...