Selvam & Selvam Blog

JULY 28, 2023

the registered owner of the trademark “Chandrika,” in respect of goods covered in class 3, and M/S Mariyas Soaps and Chemicals, the registered owner of the trademark “Chandra” in respect of goods covered in class 3. Can the registered trademark owner seek relief based on passing off?

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azrights

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Last week’s newsletter How to avoid the biggest brand management mistakes , highlighted that the role of our business name and signs like logos, taglines, characters, or sounds is to enable buyers to recognise that it’s us. The cancellation of Lacoste’s trademark paved the way for Crocodile to register its own crocodile logo in New Zealand.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 20, 2023

On Wednesday, a divided panel of the Federal Circuit issued a precedential decision reversing the USPTO’s cancellation of a registered trademark (Great Concepts, LLC v. Tana had also filed a civil action for trademark infringement against Great Concepts in the Northern District of Georgia (Civil Action No.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The IPKat has received and is pleased to host the following guest contribution by Katfriends by Javohir Kurbonov and Khalil Jurayev (both Prolegals Law Firm) on some recent developments in the trademark law of Uzbekistan. What does it offer for holders of well-known (famous) trademarks?

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

What factors matter in choosing a trademark opposition attorney? So it appeared that your trademark application was approved and on track to a registration until it got derailed. If you would rather not give up, here are some suggestions on choosing a trademark opposition attorney. Should you hire a trademark filing service?

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U.S. Department of Commerce

AUGUST 9, 2021

Protecting our Trademark Customers with Federal Registration of USPTO Marks. Guest blog by David Gooder, Commissioner for Trademarks . Or if a business appearing to be affiliated with the USPTO solicits fees to help file your application and perform other registration services for you at a price that seems too good to be true.

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43(B)log

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Chunma’s motion to dismiss the cancellation claims was denied. The claim for cancellation of the ‘675 Mark was based on fraud in obtaining the trademark registration and misrepresentation of source, whereas their claim for cancellation of the ’549 and ’077 Marks was based on misrepresentation of source alone.

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IP and Legal Filings

JULY 28, 2022

The history of the federal trademark law is almost as old as the Constitution. On July 8, 1870, the Federal Trademark was enacted as the first US Federal law to protect the trademarks. In its place, a trademark law on March 3, 1881, was enacted that targeted the trademarks used in interstate commerce.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 14, 2023

February: In Nigeria, the Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill, 2022 , was signed into law. Furthermore, Nollywood actress Ann Njemanze sued famous filmmaker Zeb Ejiro and Filmone Entertainment and Film Trybe Media for infringing on her copyright and trademark of “DOMITILLA”. Today, it’s about the trade marks.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 2, 2023

How can you realistically enforce your trademarks? Trademark enforcement is not only for millionaires and big companies. Startups and small businesses can use cost-effective ways to stop or discourage trademark infringement. By employing smart tactics, you can increase trademark protection while spending less.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 19, 2023

‘Twas a day in December, when all through the blog, we were writing ‘bout trademarks, as if in a fog. When, what to our wondering eyes should appear, but holiday trademarks, so lovely and dear. The PTO said, as it reviewed the files, we’ve got holiday trademarks, we’ve got ‘em in piles! 5361645).

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Kashishipr

AUGUST 10, 2021

The dispute of domain name is a conflict that arises when more than one individual or group believes that they have the right to register a particular domain name. In practice, the respondent might also be a trademark squatter, countering the complainant on the plea that the trademark is a legitimate right. The Process.

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Patently-O

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

This is a trademark case. Dollar Financial holds registered trademarks for MONEY MART – the name it uses for its payday and title loan venders as well as pawn shops and pawn brokerages. In 2015, Brittex petitioned for cancellation of the mark based upon the likelihood of confusion between the two marks.

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 6, 2021

With growing businesses atmosphere and more strong due diligence in terms of getting aware of their rights, there has been a huge influx in registering of their IP assets. 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.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JULY 19, 2023

Trademarks play a vital role for small and big businesses across the globe, serving a unique identity to the products and services of the business. The status of well-known trademark is not granted based on mere unfounded hearsay. This is the reason we have popularly know some trademarks like WIPRO, Cadbury, Parle G etc.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

2024 Changes to International Trademark Classifications by Melanie Lane Understanding WIPO’s 2024 Nice Classification Changes: Impact on the USPTO’s §6.1 These updates will have implications for trademark holders in various classes, with a special emphasis on Class 3. trademark holders to stay updated.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Introduction Trademarks may include any distinctive sign or mark that contributes in differentiating goods or services those of the competitors. In order to maintain the owner’s rights, a trademark must be used and periodically renewed; otherwise, the proprietor might lose the validity and the right of enforcing the trademark.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 11, 2022

There are three distinct trademark symbols you may use is the registered trademark symbol “R” (®) , the small “ TM” ( ) symbol , and the “SM” (℠) symbol. Overview: Which Trademark Symbol Should I Use? Put the ® to the upper right of your trademark. In Windows.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

& Anr passed an interim injunction in favour of the plaintiff restraining the defendants and its associates from using in any manner the trademark RAJDHANI or any other trademark which is deceptively similar to the trademark of the plaintiff [September 1, 2021]. Decisions from Indian Courts. Bombay High Court.

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azrights

OCTOBER 27, 2021

They copy business models, and any aspect of a business’ successful branding, be it, by introducing new features, copying its positioning, or even using similar names or brand identifiers. For example, the law won’t generally stop copying of ideas or business models or colours of other brands unless these are trademarked.

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Garrigues Blog

JULY 6, 2021

When we start any business, one of the first things to choose is the name that will identify you in the market and, if the homework is done, it will be registered as a trademark (see a related post here ). What the respective regulations allow us is to request the cancellation or the transfer of the domain name.

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43(B)log

JANUARY 5, 2024

Plaintiff has seven registered trademarks involving Florida Virtual School or FLVS; two of the registrations are incontestable. But trademark confusion? Non-trademark usage of the words “Florida online school” was ultimately irrelevant to the analysis. And defendants did rebut it—all the marks were commercially weak.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Delhi High Court decreed the suit in favor of the Plaintiff and inter alia directed the Defendant to assign its trademark ‘Saptrishi Sandhi Sudha India’ in favor of the Plaintiff, as undertaken by it in its affidavit. Delhi High Court declared ITC’s ‘Bukhara’ to be a well-known trademark. on 25 November, 2022 (Delhi High Court).

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Advances in science and technology, as well as business innovations have transformed the economy, making way for new industries and modern ways of doing business. As a result of new technologies, and a rapid increase in innovation and creativity, intellectual capital has emerged as valuable assets for businesses.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 3, 2021

In order to utilize The Registry, the brand owner must have a federally-registered trademark that appears on products or packaging. The owner must apply for registration and will need to provide the trademark registration number, product categories, and a list of countries where products are manufactured and distributed.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

After another busy week here at SpicyIP, here are the quick summaries of the 5 blogposts that were put up, along with 15 case summaries and other national and international IP developments for you. Other Posts Honesty as a Defense vis-à-vis Trademark Infringements: Principle or Provision? Important IP cases that we’re missing out on?

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SpicyIP

APRIL 9, 2022

Ujjawal is a fifth-year student of the Institute of Law, Nirma University, Ahmedabad and has a keen interest in the subject of Intellectual Property, specifically copyright and trademark laws. They have been using the trademark RPG, derived from the acronym of its founder Ram Prasad Goenka, since 1979. RPG Enterprises v. Justice S.J.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Digging Past the Recent Re-Notification of the Exams Following the cancellation of the preliminary exams conducted by the QCI, the recruitment of 553 patent examiners has been re-notified, this time with the assistance of NTA. Calvin Klein Trademark Trust & Anr vs M/S Guru Nanak International & Ors. M/S Loreal S.A

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Patent Trademark Blog

APRIL 28, 2022

How are trademark rights determined in the US? In the US, trademark rights are generally given to the first one to use a mark. Except for a few limited circumstances, the first user is the rightful trademark owner in the US. The term common law arises most frequently in the context of an unregistered trademark.

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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.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The court inter alia referred to the understanding in the Intex case where it has been explained that goodwill represents the value tied to the name and requires a local presence in the country where the claim of passing off is made, while reputation exists even without a local business presence.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 24, 2023

BSA Business Software Alliance Inc. on December 21, 2023 (Delhi High Court) Image from here The Appellant filed an appeal against the order of the Trademark Registry allowing the opposition against the Appellant’s ‘BSA’ mark. Read Jyotpreet Kaur’s post to know more. Institute of Directors v. vs Tube Investments of India Ltd. &

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Kashishipr

AUGUST 18, 2021

What is Meant by a Family of Trademarks? Trademarks are distinctive marks, symbols, or labels used to differentiate goods belonging to one entity from that of another to avoid deception concerning the origin of those goods or services. Characteristics of a Family of Trademarks. I H W Management Limited DBA The Finchley Group.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 14, 2023

Praharsh wrote on the Delhi High Court’s Division Bench order staying the operation of the Single Judge’s direction in Vifor “Product by Process Claims” case and on the Oppositions Status Report filed by the Trademark Registry before the Delhi High Court. Modern Foods v. Case: Google v. DRS Logistics (P) Ltd. &

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IIPRD

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Every renowned business has some products that they launch separately. It is also a great way for new and small businesses to attract customers. A trademark, on the other hand, exclusively identifies a product as belonging to a specific company and recognizes the company’s ownership of the brand. TRADEMARK.

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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. Golden Tobacco Ltd [Delhi High Court]. Jorawer Singh Mundy v.

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Kashishipr

MAY 12, 2021

In most nations, GIs are not subject to a specific term of protection; instead, they remain valid unless the registration is canceled. A registered GI prohibits a third party from using such GI by any means in the designations or presentations of goods that indicate that such goods originate in a geographical area. Final Remarks.

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