Hashtags have become essential marketing assets for brands seeking engagement on social media. This post analyses the trend of trademarking hashtags for brand protection and reviews international statistics and examples of successful registrations.
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The Immaculate Trade Mark Office and the Mystery of the Abandoned TM Applications
The post investigates the procedural issues surrounding the recent mass abandonment of trademark applications in India. It explores legal concerns about notification, evidence, and the Trade Mark Office’s reliance on system-generated orders.
Read more about The Immaculate Trade Mark Office and the Mystery of the Abandoned TM ApplicationsTrade Mark Office issues public notice regarding mass abandonment of applications
The Trade Mark Office has released a public notice addressing the mass abandonment of trademark applications due to missed responses to examination reports. Applicants have been invited to submit representations with evidence by 30th April 2016 if they believe their applications were wrongly treated as abandoned.
Read more about Trade Mark Office issues public notice regarding mass abandonment of applicationsEn Masse Abandonment of Trade Mark Applications by the Indian Trade Mark Office
The Indian Trade Mark Office has abandoned a significant number of trade mark applications, reportedly due to non-filing of examination responses. This move has raised serious legal and procedural concerns among attorneys, with many considering legal action.
Read more about En Masse Abandonment of Trade Mark Applications by the Indian Trade Mark OfficeLionsgate v. Ameritrade: A classic case of copyright claims dressed in TM claims’ clothing
This post discusses the Lionsgate v. Ameritrade case, focusing on copyright and trademark claims related to the use of a famous Dirty Dancing line in advertising. The court found that trademark claims were pre-empted by copyright law, highlighting the legal boundaries between these intellectual property rights.
Read more about Lionsgate v. Ameritrade: A classic case of copyright claims dressed in TM claims’ clothingFrom OHIM to EUIPO – OHIM’s New Trademark Reform
OHIM has transitioned to EUIPO, introducing key reforms in trademark registration and protection within the EU. The changes include a new fee structure, updated classification rules, and expanded powers for trademark proprietors, reflecting a move towards greater legal harmonization.
Read more about From OHIM to EUIPO – OHIM’s New Trademark ReformCGPDT and DSLSA join hands to dispose of pending IP disputes
The CGPDT and DSLSA have partnered to address the backlog of IP disputes in India, focusing on efficient resolution through mediation and commercial courts. These initiatives are intended to expedite long-pending trademark and IP matters.
Read more about CGPDT and DSLSA join hands to dispose of pending IP disputesEU Court rules against Mercedes-Benz: No Trade mark Infringement for Online Advertisements.
The EU Court held that Mercedes-Benz trademark infringement did not occur when online ads persisted despite the dealer’s efforts to remove them. The decision clarifies that liability for trademark misuse depends on control over the advertisement’s publication.
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Intellect breeds wisdom, and wisdom begets knowledge. Intellectuals push the boundaries of knowledge and creativity, and with these sharp minds around, the world is always...
Read more about Young Intellectuals: Intellectual Property InsightsMcDonald’s wins and is “lovin’ it”
McDonald’s has prevailed in its opposition to Supermac’s trademark application before the EU office, citing potential consumer confusion. The ruling restricts Supermac from using its brand name for fast food services in the EU but allows use for other products, with an option to appeal.
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