Rosie BurbidgeNov 24, 20222 minWhen is a design solely dictated by technical function?When is a registered design “solely dictated by its technical function”? And how relevant is the existence of a prior patent?
Rosie BurbidgeNov 20, 20212 minCan parts of a Ferrari be protected as Unregistered Community Designs?When can component parts of a product be protected as unregistered Community designs (UCDs)? The Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU)...
Rosie BurbidgeMay 8, 20214 minGive this passing off case a butchersPassing off is often added as an afterthought to a trade mark infringement action. In those circumstances, it is very often successful....
Rosie BurbidgeMar 7, 20215 minHow can you stop someone from systematically copying your brand? What if the copying went further than just your designs and covered everything from your marketing strategy to your models? This major...
Rosie BurbidgeJan 15, 20212 minHow do patents work in the fashion industry?The Janger is designed for travel and holiday use (so probably isn't getting a lot of use at the moment!) Most fashion cases concern...