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IP as a political instrument in Russia

The IPKat

One of the first enacted changes concerned the rules for calculation of the compensation paid to the patent owner in the event that an invention, utility model, or industrial design is being used without the patent owner’s authorization. These rules were introduced in the 2021 amendment to Article 1360 of the Civil Code.

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Trademarks vs. Generic Terms: Can Generic Terms be Trademarked?

IP and Legal Filings

Can their names be officially protected under trademark laws?At At first, it might seem a little confusing as Trademarks are like- ‘special signs’ that help us know where products or services come from. Imagine a place where a tea stall named “Chai Chai Chronicles” warmly invites you to enjoy a cup of tea.

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"ICE MONSTER" for Electronic Cigarette Liquid Not Confusable With MONSTER ENERGY, Says TTAB

The TTABlog

If that were the case, having a famous mark would entitle the owner to a right in gross, and that is against the principles of trademark law." Opposer launched its MONSTER ENERGY drinks in 2002 and has enjoyed enormous sales (approximately 2.5 1, if not top three, in the entire US in e-liquid sales." TTABlogged here.

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India – Trademark Protection in the Hospitality Industry

Kashishipr

Therefore, to protect your business in the hospitality industry, you must seek protection via Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) , specifically by registering your hotel or restaurant brand name and logo as trademarks. Here in this article, we shall shed light on the relationship between Trademark Law and the hospitality sector in India.

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Protection of Trademarks in Singapore

IP and Legal Filings

The objective of the Singapore Treaty is to create a modern and dynamic international framework for the harmonization of administrative trademark registration procedures. The Singapore Treaty is applicable to all types of marks registrable under the law of a given Contracting Party.

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Can Braille Be Registered As a Trademark?

IP and Legal Filings

19] Being able to distinguish one’s trademark falls at the centre of the trademark law, as otherwise, it is liable to be rejected under Section 9(1) of the Act. Komal, Protection of non-traditional Trademarks: Issues and the Road Ahead, 11(2) TUCOMAT 695, 697 (2020). [2] 5] Trademark Act, 1999, §2, No.

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Can A Single Colour Mark Acquire Registration In India?

IP and Legal Filings

He was unmistakably aware of the nuances regarding colours in trademark law. Broadly speaking, trademarks are of two types: traditional and non-traditional. [1] Notwithstanding the essence of this finding, this is too narrow an interpretation of the true spirit of trademark law. 18] Deere & Company v.