Intellectual Property
IP Remedies in the United States
If you have a brand, then you may have problems with intellectual property (IP) protection. This applies not only to large corporations selling their products around the world, but also to small businesses.
Registering a TM in the US
Any symbols, drawings, words, or combinations thereof can be registered & protected by US laws. The same applies to slogans, colors, packaging, sounds, tastes, smells & other NVMs.
US: Obtaining Ownership
Franchising in Germany
The past ten years have seen the number of people wishing to open a franchise business in Germany triple. That’s mainly attributable to the lack of specific legal provisions governing the
Why Startups Register IP in Canada
Much of creating a successful startup depends on developing a recognizable brand. According to opinion polls, 59% of buyers buy goods from familiar brands. But if you're just starting your business in Canada,
Liquidating Legal Entities & Trademarks
It often happens that after filing for liquidation in the EU or US, entrepreneurs have no possibility to manage TMs in Europe & America. In fact, liquidating legal entities doesn’t necessarily involve the transfer of...
What is Registration of Intellectual Property for?
In the field of intellectual property, IP protection in the US or EU is the first thing IP owners should take care about. By applying for TM registration in the
How to Use the ®️, ™ or © ️ Symbols
Introduction
®️ stands for “Registered Trademark” (affirmed by the Patent & Trademark Office); ™ means “Trademark” (any mark filed with the Trademark Office); © ️ stands for "Copyright";
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How to Protect a Brand on the Internet
In today's world, brand protection on the Internet has undergone significant changes and reached a new level. The improper use by third parties of trademarks, patents and designs in various areas
IP Protection in Singapore
In this review, we will look at options for registering intellectual property rights, as well as how to protect IP rights in Singapore.
An invaluable resource
How to Register a TM in Switzerland
If you want to register a trademark in Switzerland , then you should know that the right to a TM in Switzerland is established only upon registration. Therefore, legal protection is mainly
New Requirements for registering a TM in China
Registering a TM in China is the exclusive prerogative of the Beijing IP Court (BIPC). Subject to the powers bestowed on it by the current legislation, it can either reject or invalidate TMs
Registration of TM Сontaining Geographical Names
The protection of a trademark, which contains a geographical name, is a rather complicated issue. Many formalities need to be followed in order to register marks that indicate the geographical origin of a product, for...
Registering a Color as a TM
Registering a word or design as a trademark is a common practice. But did you know that you can register a color as a trademark as well? By doing so, you can claim the exclusive...
IP Protection in the Italian Fashion Business
It is worth throwing all doubts aside if you have decided to register a TM in Italy in the fashion industry. It is in Italy, one of the world centers of fashion and
IP in the Italian Fashion Industry
It’s a good idea to register a business in the fashion industry in Italy , the birthplace of designers who have entered the world fashion history. This multicolored market offers an incredible
IP Protection in the Fashion Industry in Spain
Registering & protecting a fashion brand in Spain helps its owner prevent others from illegally using the original product. So, let’s consider the main points worth keeping in mind when protecting
Regulation of the Fashion Industry in Spain
Those considering registering a fashion company in Spain should keep in mind that the country’s fashion industry is extremely important for the global fashion market. Many Spanish companies supply goods for
IP Protection in the Fashion Industry in Australia
Fashion designers are constantly striving to come up with fresh & innovative products; however, they aren’t always immune to copying each other’s ideas. Therefore, the industry’s prominent representatives often find themselves asking the
WIPO and New Data Regulations
Copyright societies in India administer copyrighted works by licensing, collecting royalties & transferring them to their respective owners/authors. Until now, they encountered a lot of difficulties doing the same abroad. However,
How Registered Trademarks Are Protected in Turkey
This blog post is dedicated to the peculiarities of trademark registration in Turkey. In this jurisdiction, the main legislation governing trademarks is the Intellectual Property Act. Criminal proceedings for trademark infringement
TM Registration and Protection in South Korea
If you decide to register a trademark in South Korea , it will be useful for you to learn about some regulative features in this jurisdiction.
Due to major changes in
Protecting Breeders' Rights in the UK
Having more than 500 horticultural enterprises, Great Britain is an acclaimed leader in the field of horticulture. If you’re an investor contemplating registering a horticultural company in Great Britain, you are likely to
Trademarks & E-Signatures
The coronavirus pandemic is making European companies face new & unexpected challenges, one of which includes affixing signatures to documents. Modern technology makes it possible to quickly switch to remote work; however, remotely
IP Protection in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam
IPR legislation in Vietnam is being constantly updated & refined. Therefore, foreign investors seeking to have IP rights registered in Vietnam should know what legal resources they have at
IPR Protection in Spain
Foreign investors seeking to start a business in Spain should keep in mind that carrying out economic activities in this country requires licensing. That, in particular, applies to obtaining IPR
Specifics of TM Regulation in Montenegro
We’ve already covered the key features of registering a trademark in Montenegro , including issues encountered by entrepreneurs when resolving TM disputes . However, starting a business in this country requires
TM Dispute Resolution in Malta
A big surprise for an entrepreneur may be the rejection of an application for TM registration. This is unpleasant and frustrating, but you can argue with this decision.
In this blog
Macau TM Licensing and Dispute Resolution
Planning to start a business in Macau and register a trademark? It is worth investigating in advance the issues of trademark regulation in the selected jurisdiction. It will also be helpful
ТМ Protection in Macau
To get trademark protection in Macau , a brand must necessarily be registered locally. This article provides information on the specifics of TM regulation in this jurisdiction, so if you intend
How to Register a TM in Croatia
Registration of a trademark provides legal protection for a brand, which is especially important when entering new markets.
If you intend to start a business in the EU , it is
Grounds for Revoking a TM in the EU
There’s been a lot of controversy lately over whether an EU-registered trademark can be invalidated due to the specifications of services/goods not being sufficiently clear or accurate. If you’re planning on
IP Protection Issues in Vietnam
Considering the attractive investment market of Vietnam, entrepreneurs should first of all seriously consider the issue of intellectual property rights protection, as cases of IP infringement in Vietnam are not uncommon.
TM regulation in Canada
Brand protection is no trifling matter, and as such, should be approached very responsibly. What should be kept in mind here is that each jurisdiction has its own requirements & regulations regarding registration
Standards of Commercial Conduct While Registering TM
EU courts have recently begun to show great concern about dishonesty in registering trademarks in the European member states.
What is unfair behavior in this case? Case law makes it
How World-Famous Brands Are Illegally Used
How to deal with the violation of international trademark rights ? In this article, we will analyze the illegal use of an international trademark as an example of a specific case in
IP Rights Protection or How Amazon Beat Coty
There have been some new developments in a high-profile IP rights dispute involving Coty Germany GmbH & Amazon. If by some chance you haven’t been following it, let us give you
Registering TM in Mozambique Will Be Easier
Mozambique will join the ARIPO (African Regional Intellectual Property Organization) system for trademarks and intends to implement the Banjul Protocol. This news was surprising to many despite the fact that the country has long been...
How to Buy TM at Auction
If you decide to start a business in the UK or the EU and purchase an already registered trademark at an auction, this material will be in handy for you.
How to Retain Control Over the Use of Names as Brands
People renowned in the world of art or sports, as well as personal brands on social networks are not always aware of the importance of registering their names as a trademark
Why is Brand Protection Important Now?
Given an increase in online shopping, ever-evolving consumer behaviours & changes in the way products are being bought online, owners of brands worldwide are now facing hitherto unseen & bigger challenges. And topping
