LexBlog IP

AUGUST 2, 2022

The Metaverse trademark hype is on. Companies are increasingly focusing their attention on developing Metaverses, and big brands are entering the Metaverse through gaming, social networks and virtual commerce. They need to also secure the appropriate IP rights to protect their brands in this emerging new virtual market place.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

In the spring and summer of 2022, following the international sanctions imposed upon Russia after its invasion of Ukraine, Russia introduced several landmark changes to its IP law, most notably to patent, trademark and copyright laws. The list includes such well-known brands as Apple, HP, Panasonic, Siemens, Tesla, and Volkswagen.

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IIPRD

MARCH 4, 2024

For Example, Person A used the trademark of Nike to defraud the public and to cause the loss to original Nike by selling duplicate products. So, this is an infringement of trademark and Nike can sue Person A for using its trademark without consent and causing loss to its goodwill. The brand image is created of the company.

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SpicyIP

JUNE 17, 2022

As reported , Revlon, the iconic cosmetics brand, has filed for bankruptcy. The New-York based cosmetics company reportedly struggled due to competition from other established brands as well as a host of small companies that use social media. Revlon, however, has a more direct connection with India in the trademark sense.

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Selvam & Selvam Blog

MARCH 26, 2021

Likewise, the foreign brand owners and investors can also obtain trademark protection by designating Pakistan through the Madrid system. The Madrid system has recorded more than a million international trademark registrations since its inception in 1891.

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IPilogue

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

After a lengthy 22-year trademark battle with Chinese businessman Fang Yuzhou, London-born shoe company Manolo Blahnik has won the legal right to use their name in China. Manolos have never been sold in mainland China because Yuzhou registered the trademark “Manolo & Blahnik” in 1999 in China. China’s Trademark System.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 23, 2023

Hetronic, a manufacturer of radio remote controls for heavy duty construction equipment, sued its former distributor Abitron for trademark infringement as Abitron continued to use the Hetronic trademark to market and sell Abitron’s own remote controls after the distribution agreement was terminated. consumers, or seen by U.S.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) states, ” a trademark protects brand names and logos used on goods and services.

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IP Tech Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

The recently published Draft Amendment to the Chinese Trademark Law is proposing the introduction of important changes to the current trademark system in China. This will enhance the chances of a brand to obtain a certain degree of well-known status recognition. Therefore, well-known status is not a defined degree of notoriety.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 17, 2023

The recently published Draft Amendment to the Chinese Trademark Law is proposing the introduction of important changes to the current trademark system in China. This will enhance the chances of a brand to obtain a certain degree of well-known status recognition. Therefore, well-known status is not a defined degree of notoriety.

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IPilogue

JULY 27, 2021

This legislation contrasts Canada’s agreement with the European Union (EU) to enforce geographical indication protection for wines and spirits. French champagne producers are protected by intellectual property rules established by the World Trade Organization (WTO) that gives them a monopoly over the use of their brands.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 31, 2023

In 2024, the trademark process timeline to registration can take between twelve to eighteen months at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”). That is why it is crucial to have an experienced trademark attorney file a trademark for you.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The Background Bolt Technology OU, an Estonian platform for ride-hailing and various services, alleged that its “BOLT” brand, established in 2018, carried a substantial international reputation. Vs. AZ Tech (India) Ltd. In the same year, the position was reverted in Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha v. Prius Auto Industries Ltd.

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The TTABlog

JANUARY 4, 2023

First, this decision is the latest in an ongoing saga focused on two globally valuable Cuban trademarks: COHIBA for cigars and HAVANA CLUB for rum. trademark law intersects with international treaties, administrative law, and international relations. can cancel a subsequent trademark registration in the U.S.

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Intepat

JUNE 12, 2023

Introduction Logos, brand names and labels are common distinguishers of the goods or services of one undertaking from another. These have been termed as ‘trademarks’ in the legal parlance. This leads us to the question of the different ways of registering a trademark in several jurisdictions.

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43(B)log

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Q: 2016 Kenya law has a detailed framework for protection, bulldozing through all these issues. Q: what happens when brands represent source communities? Defendants won after a day-long trial before a judge, based on lack of substantial similarity in protected expression. Trademarks and indigeneity: three ironies. (1)

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Olartemoure Blog

MAY 26, 2023

The report provides a spotlight on foreign countries and their laws, policies, and practices to provide adequate and effective IP protection and enforcement for inventors, creators, brands, manufacturers, and service providers. trading partners.

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Traverse Legal Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Whether you are looking to make your own non fungible token to sell or you’re looking to buy an NFT as an investment, you need to be aware of copyright and trademark laws that might apply to your NFT. Trademark rights can be even more confusing to navigate in the world of NFTs. Copyrighting vs Trademarking NFTs.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Deckers ) filed a lawsuit against Sydney-based footwear company, Australian Leather Pty Ltd ( Australian Leather ) for trademark infringement, the U.S. Trademarks that are distinctive, and therefore eligible for protection in one country, may have a generic meaning and therefore not be registrable or enforceable in another.

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IP and Legal Filings

MAY 30, 2023

Nonetheless, trademark infringement has grown to be a serious problem there, with legal repercussions for the owners. Thus, raising a very valid question that whether a themed restaurants violate trademark rights of the show it is based upon? Theft of trademarks may be a bigger issue for character-themed cafés.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 2, 2022

We’ve tried to represent a diversity of subject matter also in this list, so we have a fair sprinkling of cases dealing with copyright, patents, trademarks, competition law etc. The case clarifies that the bar on arbitrability of trademark disputes is not an absolute one. Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd.

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Talking about the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the businesses are more into getting a US trademark registration due to its more relevance. The recent trends have seen an increase in the filing of trademark applications by various proprietors. The Trademark Modernization Act. Change in trends.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 24, 2023

The Supreme Court heard oral argument this week in not one, but two trademark cases with huge implications on commercial activity in the U.S. require the Court to consider exactly how far trademark law can go in regulating conduct in the face of competing public policy interests. and abroad. VIP Products, Inc. whatever that is.”

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IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

Fashion brands, artists and entertainers, among others, have started focusing on producing digital work that is revolutionizing the way we perceive art, through the creation of NFTs and commodities. Are they protectable by design patents? Since then, giant companies all over the world ? Other countries are lagging behind.

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43(B)log

AUGUST 11, 2021

We coded extrinsic analysis as prong two when it focused on protectable expression. Panel 18 – Trademark Liability: Jake Linford, Justin Sevier, Allyson Willis, Sex, Drugs, and Trademark Tarnishmyths Sex/drugs inherently tarnishing? Their studies: we might see tarnishment in the brand context, and stronger among conservatives.

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Corsearch

AUGUST 30, 2023

We’ve put together a comprehensive glossary of trademark terms for both seasoned practitioners and those that are new to the field. Whether you’re interested in trademark screening, searching, clearance, registration, or watching, refer to this glossary of key terms to help you in your day-to-day role. B What is a brand?

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SpicyIP

MAY 18, 2022

Trademarks and the Metaverse: Imaginary Rights or Real Wrongs? World over companies are rushing to protect their trademarks in the online, virtual environment – the metaverse. In the US too, several companies are protecting their trademarks for similar goods and services. Aparajita Lath. Image from here.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

’s (“Whirlpool”) famous KITCHENAID trademarks and trade dress. In January 2022, Whirlpool sued Shenzhen alleging trademark infringement and dilution, trade dress infringement, and unfair competition under both federal and state law for Shenzhen’s sale of its stand mixers sold online under the names COOKLEE and PHISNIC.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. A patent protects an invention. As the U.S. Copyright Office. then it is no longer a trade secret.

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43(B)log

JULY 3, 2023

27, 2023) Industria sued Latinfood for trademark and copyright infringement; Latinfood counterclaimed for tortious interference against Industria and another counterdefendant Cordialsa. Industria, based on Colombia, produces and distributes food products under two relevant brand names: Zenú and Ranchera. Here, the U.S.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 8, 2023

For game developers – whether your company is a AAA producer or you’re a basement hacker with a great idea – protecting the IP in your game is crucial. Protect Your Game’s Intellectual Property How, then, to safeguard what you’ve worked so hard to create? Trademark application – U.S.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Have you ever wondered who protects the IP rights of IP lawyers? But what happens when these protectors of IP seek the protection of their IPs? Accordingly, an interim order was passed restraining the respondents from using the trademarks of ‘Fox and Mandal’ or representing themselves as being affiliated with the petitioner firm.

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IIPRD

APRIL 3, 2024

Introduction The Indian fashion market is pegged at an impressive value of $50 billion, out of which 10% consists of international luxury brands. [1] Protection of Fashion: IPR Indian fashion houses have begun to toe the line of Western fashion houses by registering their designs and fashion works as IPR. [4] However, this is limited.

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The TTABlog

JULY 5, 2022

The Board found that Coca-Cola’s brands “had reputations that would be familiar to Indian American in the United States, and that Meenaxi was attempting “to dupe consumers in the United States.” trademark rights in the THUMS UP or LIMCA brands." trademark rights in the THUMS UP or LIMCA brands." 2020), cert.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 22, 2022

Fashion brands, artists and entertainers, among others, have started focusing on producing digital work that is revolutionizing the way we perceive art, through the creation of NFTs and commodities. Are they protectable by design patents? Other countries are lagging behind. We have specifically covered this topic in a previous blog.

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IP and Legal Filings

MAY 17, 2022

Trademark in Bahrain. ?????????A A trademark is a sign or form used to distinguish the goods, products, or services of one establishment from those of other establishments. In addition, a mark of sound or smell can be considered a trademark. If the proprietor wish? Things that can be registered in Bahrain.

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Erik K Pelton

DECEMBER 28, 2020

The following is an excerpt from my video, The Many Pieces of a USPTO Trademark Application. Have you ever looked at the USPTO Trademark Application Form online? And also in the trademark forms, there are a lot of nuanced and important decisions that have to be made. Do you own it as a person, the trademark application?

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