LexBlog IP

JANUARY 31, 2024

We presented a webinar last week entitled How to Win Your Next Trademark Battle: Lessons Learned in 2023 to give brand owners and their lawyers an overview of key takeaways from last year’s trademark cases. misuse of their trademarks when drafting license or distribution agreements with non-U.S.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

We’re very happy to bring our readers a guest post that uses a dataset of more than 300,000 trademark examination reports from the year 2019, as the basis for analysing the trademark registry’s examination process. A dataset was built by scraping the electronic register of the Indian Trademark Registry in 2020.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

underscored that there is a need to supervise or govern patent and trademark agents. This post discusses the case and argues that there already exists a mechanism under the Patent and trademark laws that govern and supervise such agents. An agent was engaged thereafter to file a request for restoring the patent application.

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43(B)log

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

22, 2022) This is a super messy case with a lot going on; I’m going to blog about it mainly to highlight a new thing you can apparently do with a trademark application , which is use it on non-Amazon platforms to gain advantages. Jones is “a social media influencer, media personality, and celebrity gossip blogger.”

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 13, 2023

EPO soften priority rules in G1/22 and G2/22 This week, the Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) of the European Patent Office softened its rules on priority with the effect that it is now more likely that a priority claim will be valid even if there is a different applicant for the EPO application than for the priority application.

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Patent Trademark Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

Looking for a new US patent attorney to take over your pending patent application? Of all the factors surrounding your choice of a US patent agent or lawyer, timeliness is one of the easiest things to control. It can be challenging and expensive to revive an abandoned patent application. Who drafted the specification?

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SpicyIP

MAY 18, 2022

Aparajita is a lawyer based in Bangalore. 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.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2021

The growth of Intellectual Property Rights has led to an increase in demand for trademark lawyers in India. Trademarks have become an important part of running a business. Increasingly, businesses across India are applying for trademarks. This is where you need a trademark lawyer or agent to step in.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2021

The growth of Intellectual Property Rights has led to an increase in demand for trademark lawyers in India. Trademarks have become an important part of running a business. Increasingly, businesses across India are applying for trademarks. This is where the role of trademark lawyer in India becomes crucial.

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

On November 7, 2018, Pest Control, Banksy’s authentication body, filed an EU trademark claim on behalf of the artist for Laugh Now. However, artists are required to reveal their identity when claiming copyright infringement. Trademark law allows Banksy to remain anonymous and maintain his mysterious artistic persona.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

As of March 2022, over 1,900 such cases had been filed. Plaintiffs allege hundreds of defendants are infringing their trademarks and selling counterfeit goods. I don’t know if it’s because this plaintiff’s lawyer made more visible mistakes, or because the judge is relatively new to the N.D.Ill.

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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

To argue noninfringement is to show that your product is missing a required claimed feature. Avoiding infringement of a utility patent requires that each independent claim be analyzed, and there might be several. Avoiding infringement of a utility patent requires that each independent claim be analyzed, and there might be several.

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The TTABlog

JANUARY 26, 2023

I often cringe at use of the word "trademark" as a verb, and Bob's article explains what the problem is. The Most Important Trademark Fact You Probably Don’t Know Client: “I’ve been in business for a couple of years now, and I want to trademark my company’s name.” Trademark Lawyer: “What do you mean you want to ‘trademark’ it?”

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Intepat

MAY 12, 2023

Understanding The Madrid Protocol The Madrid Protocol is an international agreement that enables individuals or businesses to obtain trademark protection in multiple countries through a centralized system. the applicant would be required to file separate applications in order to garner protection for their mark.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 20, 2023

The argument is that flat rate patent lawyers would be tempted to do less work for a fixed fee. Patent lawyers may be tempted to bill more hours in working on a patent application. Need to file a utility patent for a flat rate? How do you gauge the value of a flat rate patent application?

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Clarification on Divisional Applications Image from here Divide and Rule? The DHC DB’s broad interpretation of the requirement to disclose plurality in provisional or complete specifications instead of the claims is music to the ears of patent applicants. Please drop a comment and let us know. Read on to know more.

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Patent Trademark Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Furthermore, design patent applications enjoy a high rate of success with an approximate 84% approval rate. Furthermore, design patent applications enjoy a high rate of success with an approximate 84% approval rate. When it comes to obtaining utility patents, many applicants focus solely on price.

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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. A third party has filed an opposition with the TTAB to block the registration of your mark. You now need to lawyer up or give up.

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Selvam & Selvam Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

failed to renew their trademark ‘WHIRLPOOL’ in India, causing the registration to expire. had been using its trademark since 1937, and secured registration of their trademark in India on 1956, however, their failure to renew it in 1977 proved to be a mistake as it enabled N.R. WELL-KNOWN TRADEMARK – WHAT IS IT?

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Patent Trademark Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Get a List of Your Patent Filings and Deadlines. Initially, make sure to get a list of all your patent filings and corresponding deadlines. If you filed any foreign patent applications, make sure to get the contact information of the foreign associate for each case. Find Out Which Patent Applications Are Related.

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Patent Trademark Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2021

What can cause the USPTO to issue trademark sanctions? Imagine investing the time and expense of filing a US trademark application only to have it terminated by the USPTO. The unauthorized practice of law in filing US trademark applications can lead to such sanctions by the USPTO.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 17, 2023

Here, the court refused to pass an ex parte order, stating that they wanted to give the Defendant another opportunity to respond to the application seeking stay. Here, the court refused to pass an ex parte order, stating that they wanted to give the Defendant another opportunity to respond to the application seeking stay.

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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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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 18, 2022

This is where trademarks play a role. Unlike patents, the role of a trademark is not to signify something new, but rather to indicate the source of the product or service. Trademarks can last indefinitely. Unlike patents, trademarks do not necessarily need to be registered in order to be protectable.

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SpicyIP

OCTOBER 24, 2022

We’re pleased to bring to you a guest post by Akshay Ajayakumar that continues his scrutiny of the trademark registry’s standard of examination. Akshay Ajayakumar is a lawyer based in Munich, Germany. This post will briefly examine the requirements for certification marks and will analyse a few erroneous registrations.

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

As part of the course requirements, students were asked to write a reflective blog on their internship experience. Trademarks are an excellent way to protect your brand. Unlike patents or copyrights which protect specific products or works, a trademark distinguishes your company from others. a tag line or a logo.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 22, 2022

Lara is a leader in Africa trademark law, and represents the interests of numerous international companies in counterfeit enforcement and brand protection matters. Why should international companies seek to register their trademarks in Nigeria? Trademarks are the very embodiment of the nature and character of a product or service.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 22, 2022

Lara is a leader in Africa trademark law, and represents the interests of numerous international companies in counterfeit enforcement and brand protection matters. Why should international companies seek to register their trademarks in Nigeria? Trademarks are the very embodiment of the nature and character of a product or service.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

What is a patent application attorney (patent prosecutor) versus a patent litigator? A patent prosecutor is essentially a patent application attorney who files utility and design patent applications with the USPTO. Are patent litigators required to be registered to practice before the USPTO?

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2021

The growth of Intellectual Property Rights has led to an increase in demand for trademark attorneys in India. Trademarks have become an important part of running a business. Primarily, a trademark distinguishes the goods and services of one trader from those of others. Who is a trademark attorney?

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 8, 2023

brand owners’ ability to leverage the federal Lanham Act in global trademark disputes. Oklahoma-based Hetronic, a manufacturer of remote controls for construction equipment, sued its former EU distributor for infringing trademarks and trade dress associated with authentic Hetronic products. Bulova Watch Co. , defendants.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

When preparing a trademark application, a significant amount of attention is often given to the drafting of the specification of goods and services. intends to assign the trademark to a corporation to be incorporated. intends to assign the trademark to a corporation to be incorporated. Pham v Insight.

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SpicyIP

MAY 18, 2023

But what particularly stands out here is the chapter titled “Snapshot of the Report of the IP Division” (the chapter) wherein details about the number of cases filed, disposed and appealed before the IPD has been presented. The present post focuses on this part of the IPD report, emphasizing how the information there can be made clearer.

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Canadian Intellectual Property Blog

JUNE 15, 2021

How the Registration System Works in Canada Canada employs a first-to-file system which means it is not necessarily who designed first that is entitled to an ID registration but rather it is a race of who files it first at the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (“CIPO”). Notably, an applicant (i.e.,

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TraskBritt Intellectual Property

MARCH 22, 2021

Trademarks are powerful marketing tools that can help a potential customer not only to recall the associated brand but also to affiliate the words of the trademark with that brand. You may want to trademark a phrase to control how your brand is perceived in the minds of potential customers. Doing this has several advantages.

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TorrentFreak

AUGUST 31, 2021

The ‘Netflix for Pirates’ offers an easy-to-use application that opens the door to a library of thousands of streamable movies and TV shows. Last year, Hawaiian anti-piracy attorney Kerry Culpepper registered the “Popcorn Time’ trademark, which he used to get Popcorn Time’s Twitter account suspended. Legal Issues.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 17, 2023

From conflicting positions on AI as a co-author of a work to the contours of information required u/s 39 about the patent applications filed abroad, we had some engaging posts on this blog this week. [ This Weekly Review is co-authored with SpicyIP Intern Sidhi Pramodh Rayudu. Sidhi is a final year B.A.

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