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Should series marks be abolished?
The UK government has launched the second consultation in its IPO Transformation programme, inviting comments on series trade marks.

Rosie Burbidge
Sep 30, 20232 min read


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
Jul 31, 20232 min read


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
May 31, 20232 min read


What is honest concurrent use of a trade mark?
The court of appeal agrees that Muzmatch infringes Match.com's trade marks and its use amounts to passing off

Rosie Burbidge
May 26, 20233 min read


Can you trade mark a colour as applied to a product?
Glaxo has finally achieved a qualified victory in its attempt to secure trade mark protection for the color purple as applied to an inhaler.

Rosie Burbidge
May 26, 20234 min read
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