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Why is a formal co-existence agreement important?
A recent decision by the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court reveals the problems that can arise when businesses that once shared name...

Rosie Burbidge
Feb 22, 20212 min read
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Brand investment pays off for Dr Martens
Dr Martens, the footwear and clothing brand that defined my teens, is launching an initial public offering (IPO) which could value the...

Rosie Burbidge
Feb 2, 20212 min read
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Are domain names personal property?
Domain names have been treated as a type of intellectual property for years but their precise status has not been clear in the UK, until...

Rosie Burbidge
Jan 27, 20212 min read
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The limits of shape protection: The Gömböc example
It is very challenging to obtain a legal monopoly in a shape. The easiest solution is to file one or more registered designs within the...

Rosie Burbidge
Jan 24, 20212 min read
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How 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...

Rosie Burbidge
Jan 15, 20212 min read
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