Rosie Burbidge
Is a five-year criminal sentence for trade mark infringement too harsh?
The EU Court of Justice has addressed questions concerning criminal penalties for unauthorised use of trade marks.
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Rosie Burbidge
Oct 26, 20232 min
How do IP rights facilitate access to finance?
A new study provides some data to show just how important IP rights are both for raising capital and predictors of successful exit strategy.
Rosie Burbidge
Jul 31, 20232 min
There are no limits to trade mark invalidity counterclaims
In its latest trade mark judgment, the EU Court of Justice has ruled that a counterclaim for invalidity of an EU trade mark (EUTM) is not li
Rosie Burbidge
May 31, 20232 min
When will the EU introduce Geographical Indications for craft and industrial products?
The EU plan to introduce geographical indications (GIs) for craft and industrial products has taken a big step forward.
Rosie Burbidge
Mar 24, 20233 min
How do you acquire distinctiveness in the EU?
Proving that a trade mark has acquired distinctive character through use is very challenging in the EU. Find out the latest cases here
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