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Articles from December 2009
Intellectual Property Infringement 27 November 2009
A practical guide to what you should consider if a third party is infringing your IP.
Trade Mark dilution, a brief note. 26 November 2009
This article takes a brief look at trade mark dilution.
When should I register a trade mark? 26 November 2009
In the UK, registration can take up to five months, it is therefore important to begin the registration process early.
Trade marks and copyright explained 26 November 2009
This article details the differences between copyrights and trade marks.
Am I under an obligation to register? 25 November 2009
You are under no obligation to register your trade mark or brand name, however, if you choose not to, you should be aware of the following...
What is a trade mark? 23 November 2009
Arguably a simple question, but much explanation is needed to answer it!
WHY REGISTER A TRADE MARK? 19 November 2009
A look at the point and process of trade mark registration in the UK. Remember most international applications require a 'priority' home registration first.
Boo Hoo and an Injunction 15 November 2009
Examples of trade marks 7 November 2009
Section 1 of the Trade Marks Act 1994 defines a trade mark....
Famous Brands 7 November 2009
Interbrand's Survey 2009
A brand or Trade Mark? 7 November 2009
Confusion often crops up when we are asked about what a brand is for?
Groundless threats 3 November 2009
One party can be found liable for making ‘groundless threats’ against another party for allegedly infringing certain intellectual property rights.
Trade Marks and the Statutory background 1 November 2009
A quick guide to the laws that govern UK Trade mark law
How to choose a trademark. Trade mark clearance 1 November 2009
The clearance process can often be the hardest part
Intellectual Property Infringement 27 November 2009
A practical guide to what you should consider if a third party is infringing your IP.
Trade Mark dilution, a brief note. 26 November 2009
This article takes a brief look at trade mark dilution.
When should I register a trade mark? 26 November 2009
In the UK, registration can take up to five months, it is therefore important to begin the registration process early.
Trade marks and copyright explained 26 November 2009
This article details the differences between copyrights and trade marks.
Am I under an obligation to register? 25 November 2009
You are under no obligation to register your trade mark or brand name, however, if you choose not to, you should be aware of the following...
What is a trade mark? 23 November 2009
Arguably a simple question, but much explanation is needed to answer it!
WHY REGISTER A TRADE MARK? 19 November 2009
A look at the point and process of trade mark registration in the UK. Remember most international applications require a 'priority' home registration first.
Boo Hoo and an Injunction 15 November 2009
Examples of trade marks 7 November 2009
Section 1 of the Trade Marks Act 1994 defines a trade mark....
Famous Brands 7 November 2009
Interbrand's Survey 2009
A brand or Trade Mark? 7 November 2009
Confusion often crops up when we are asked about what a brand is for?
Groundless threats 3 November 2009
One party can be found liable for making ‘groundless threats’ against another party for allegedly infringing certain intellectual property rights.
Trade Marks and the Statutory background 1 November 2009
A quick guide to the laws that govern UK Trade mark law
How to choose a trademark. Trade mark clearance 1 November 2009
The clearance process can often be the hardest part