Trade Marks Archives - Page 48 of 57

AUSTRALASIA

26 August 2014

Is your labelling misleading? Avoiding regulatory challenges beyond Intellectual Property protection

When creating a new visual identity for your product or company, seeking intellectual property protection through applying for trade marks or registered designs can play a vital role in...

When creating a new visual identity for your product or company, seeking intellectual property protection through applying for trade...

AUSTRALASIA

12 August 2014

Australian Case Note – Halal Certification Authority Pty Limited v Scadilone Pty Limited (2014) FCA 614

Applicants of Australian registered design applications have the option of filing a Statement of Newness and Distinctiveness. This article will examine how the protection afforded by an Australian...

Applicants of Australian registered design applications have the option of filing a Statement of Newness and Distinctiveness. This...

11 July 2014

Europe adopts ‘black and white’ approach to trade marks

On 15 April 2014 the European Trade Mark and Design Network (an organisation focused on achieving common practice amongst European trade mark and design systems) published a communication on...

On 15 April 2014 the European Trade Mark and Design Network (an organisation focused on achieving common practice amongst...

SOUTHEAST ASIA

23 June 2014

Philippines Update – IP Enforcement

In response to the recent amendments of the Philippines Intellectual Property Code (Republic Act No. 8293), the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) introduced new Rules and Regulations...

In response to the recent amendments of the Philippines Intellectual Property Code (Republic Act No. 8293), the Intellectual Property...

AUSTRALASIA

29 May 2014

Sears Brands LLC v Trio Group Australia Pty Ltd [2014] ATMO 46

This case concerned an opposition to an application to register TRIO CRAFTSMAN, in respect of goods in class 6 including hinges, nails, brackets, fittings, wire bolts and other small...

This case concerned an opposition to an application to register TRIO CRAFTSMAN, in respect of goods in class 6...

AUSTRALASIA

28 May 2014

Material Girl – Misses Out on Extension of Time in Trade Mark Opposition Proceeding

In April 2013 significant changes were introduced to the trade mark opposition process in Australia. These changes included the introduction of a more rigorous test for granting extensions...

In April 2013 significant changes were introduced to the trade mark opposition process in Australia. These changes included...

AUSTRALASIA

26 May 2014

Laverana GmbH & Co. KG v Lalisse Australia Pty Ltd [2014] ATMO 44

The applicant in this case applied for the mark LAVIENA in respect of class 3 skincare cosmetics and skincare preparations. Opponent’s trade mark Applicant’s trade mark LAVERA LAVIENA The mark was opposed on the...

The applicant in this case applied for the mark LAVIENA in respect of class 3 skincare cosmetics and skincare...

AUSTRALASIA

16 May 2014

IP Australia Releases 2014 Intellectual Property Report

IP Australia, the Australian Government department that manages Intellectual Property Rights in Australia has released a report on the state of play of Intellectual Property Rights in Australia up...

IP Australia, the Australian Government department that manages Intellectual Property Rights in Australia has released a report on the...

AUSTRALASIA

15 May 2014

Pacific Brands Workwear Group Pty Ltd v J.T.C. Import/Export Pty Ltd. [2014] ATMO 43

HARD YAKKA creates a good reputation. This case concerned an opposition to the registration of YAKKA TOOLS in respect of class 8 hand tools and related goods. The opponent was owner...

HARD YAKKA creates a good reputation. This case concerned an opposition to the registration of YAKKA TOOLS in respect of...

AUSTRALASIA

14 May 2014

Donzenac Pty Ltd v MCV Enviroworks Pty Ltd [2014] ATMO 42

This case concerned an opposition to the mark ENVIROBLANKET in respect of class 1 soil and related goods and class 37 landscaping and related services. The application was opposed on...

This case concerned an opposition to the mark ENVIROBLANKET in respect of class 1 soil and related goods and...

AUSTRALASIA

13 May 2014

What IP is in someone’s name?

If you follow the recent judgement of Kunc J in Leslie George Lobsey v Liverpool Plains Shire Council NSWSC 446, the answer to this question may well be:...

If you follow the recent judgement of Kunc J in Leslie George Lobsey v Liverpool Plains Shire Council ...

AUSTRALASIA

12 May 2014

Footwear Industries Pty Ltd v PT AlasmasBerkatUtama [2014] ATMO 41

This case concerned an opposition to an application to register the mark HEELA, in respect of boots, protective footwear and related goods in classes 9 and 25. The opponent was...

This case concerned an opposition to an application to register the mark HEELA, in respect of boots, protective footwear...