IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Barbie, a name synonymous with an unattainable standard of femininity and the concept of commercial feminism, was designed to captivate the toy market with all its glittery pink magnificence. Over time, the trademark underwent five changes before returning to its original form in 2009.

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The IPKat

MAY 12, 2024

The dispute concerned the geographical indication "Salaparuta" for Sicilian wine, which received protection in Italy in 2006, and then was registered as a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) by the European Commission in 2009. The wine brand had been around since the nineteenth century but changed ownership a few times.

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SpicyIP

MAY 10, 2023

Deputy Controller of Patent and Designs : Emphasis on a speaking order by the Controller The dispute pertained to Patent Application no. 1055/DELNP/2009 for the invention –“Process Device with Density Measurement” and the subsequent rejection order (dt July 7, 2017) passed by the Controller. Shell Brands International AG v.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Furthermore, it was only after Italy claimed 'Prosecco' as a protected designation of origin that the EU declared the 'Prosecco' grape variety would be renamed as 'Glera' in 2009. Prosecco' had also been referred to as a grape variety in a treaty between the European Union and Australia.

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Dragons' Den

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Alison highlighted the fact that in a recent report looking at diversity in access to venture capital between 2009 and 2019, black female-led companies received 0.02% of the total amount invested. March Muses is now the leading brand for decorations of colour in the UK. We did a lot of designs for Tesco, but we own those designs.

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 5, 2024

Introduction In today’s digital economy, trademarks play an important role in developing a brand’s identity, establishing customer trust, and assuring market competition. Corporations must establish online identities, such as logos, slogans, product names, and brands, to build consumer awareness, loyalty, and trust.

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The IP Law Blog

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In 2013, Interprofession du Gruyère, sought and received from the USPTO a certification mark for a design with stylized font, for the letters “AOC”, a Swiss cross, and the words “LE GRUYÈRE SWITZERLAND.” This protected designation was superseded by adoption of the Protected Designation of Origin (“PDO”) for GRUYÈRE in 2001.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

percent in 2023, marking the first such decline since 2009. Ireland led in IP payments and ICT services, whilst Spain performed well in industrial designs and software spending. Türkiye stood out in trademarks and industrial designs. South Africa performed well in global brand value and ICT services imports.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Danjaq further referred to the third draft of the CP11 (released in June 2020 ) that observed that “as sounds are increasingly being used in trade as part of a branding strategy, consumers are also more likely to perceive them as indications of commercial origin”. The second image is by 3D Illustrator and Graphic Designer from Pixabay.

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Garrigues Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Can a well-known watch brand prevent the protection of another identical or similar trademark for other types of goods such as cosmetics? However, the reality of the market is quite different, since companies are increasingly operating under the same brand in the clothing, footwear, jewelery, watch and accessories industries.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The issue of counterfeiting not only compromises a brand’s reputation or brand value, but also puts consumer safety at risk by allowing the sale and uninformed purchase of sub-standard goods. The defendant was “Darveys.com”, it was a “luxury brand marketplace” [6]. 27-10-2009). [8] Nakul Bajaj & Ors. [4]

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The IP Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

P and P Imports (“P&P”) sells outdoor games under its GoSports brand, and in December 2016, it began selling its “Giant 4 in a Row Game” that was based on the classic tabletop version. Johnson Enterprises, LLC, in which the parties were battling a trade dress infringement claim involving these large outdoor Connect 4-like games.

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SpicyIP

JULY 14, 2021

Olfactory marketing is not only employed by restaurants for their food, but is also often utilized in supplementing branding because just like a logo, it helps the consumer identify the experience associated with a service or product. To shed some light on this, one can refer to the 2001 judgement of Surya Roshni Ltd.

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43(B)log

AUGUST 18, 2022

The Pumas alleged that defendants violated the New Mexico Unfair Practices Act based on their purchase of a Black & Decker-branded coffeemaker. Based on Black & Decker’s reputation, the Pumas thought the coffeemaker would be better than the lower-priced store brand and paid more for it as a result. if they are of another.”

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IIPRD

APRIL 3, 2024

Introduction The Indian fashion market is pegged at an impressive value of $50 billion, out of which 10% consists of international luxury brands. [1] 1] The fashion industry in India is extremely diverse in the type of fabric, labour, design, way of draping, and handwork that is used. Infringement Of IPR – Design or Artistic Work?

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In 2013, Interprofession du Gruyère, sought and received from the USPTO a certification mark for a design with stylized font, for the letters “AOC”, a Swiss cross, and the words “LE GRUYÈRE SWITZERLAND.” The test turns upon the primary significance that the term would have to the relevant public.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Bhole Baba Milk Food Industries Ltd [8] , The Parul food Pvt ltd, sold ghee under the brand “Parul’s Lord Krishna,” which featured Krishna printed in a huge font, whereas the Appellant sold dairy products under the name “KRISHNA.” In Parul Food Specialities Pvt. 7] 2005 (3) AWC 2097. [8]

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Additionally, this Kat considered the court’s latest decisions as supported by the intention to raise the bar for brands featuring common words. 4 of Regulation 207/2009. Marcel Pemsel analysed the Advocate General (‘AG’) Priit Pikamäe’s Opinion ( case C-93/23 ) on the jurisdiction of the General Court.

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Kashishipr

AUGUST 2, 2021

Goods or items produced outside Bangladesh involving infringement of the Copyright Act, 2000 or infringement of layout design of integrated circuits that are intended for sale or use for commercial purposes within the territory of Bangladesh. Images of genuine goods (for trademarks and designs).

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 12, 2021

The Champagne region of France has continued a tradition of sourcing grapes from a particular designated region. Rise in foreign and Indian liquor brands registering for GI tags. For instance, in 2009, Goa Cashew Feni Distillers and Bottlers Association had registered Feni, an alcoholic beverage that is created by processing cashews.

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43(B)log

MARCH 20, 2023

The state alleged that Plavix was less effective in patients who had certain liver-enzyme mutations, and that defendants knew this fact years before 2009, when the FDA updated Plavix’s label with information about the issue. In 2009, a BMS employee wrote: [I]t looks like we are into stalling some more.

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The TTABlog

APRIL 6, 2022

Illyrian Import claimed to be the exclusive authorized distributor and brand agent of a company ("GKS") that continuously sold GJERGJ KASTRIOTI SKËNDERBEU and SKËNDERBEU brandy in the United States since 2002. Priority: Applicant ADOL proved that it first used the subject marks in the United States in April 2004. See In re Bose Corp.,

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Bio Law Blog

JANUARY 8, 2020

The Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act of 2009 (BPCIA) was passed as part of health reform signed into law by President Obama in March 2010. On May 10, 2019, the FDA provided final guidance on interchangeability, clarifying how sponsors may demonstrate a biosimilar product is interchangeable with a branded biologic medicine.

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Intellectual Property such as patents, trademarks, brand value, copyright, etc have become foundational assets for several businesses, seeking greater importance and attention. General Motors pledged its “Green Technology” patents for a period of 2 years when it faced bankruptcy in 2009.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

P and P Imports (“P&P”) sells outdoor games under its GoSports brand, and in December 2016, it began selling its “Giant 4 in a Row Game” that was based on the classic tabletop version. P&P sold its game through Amazon and eBay and climbed the best seller rankings on Amazon. 3d 1138, 1145 (9 th Cir.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 5, 2022

with highest honors from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2009. John McCormick works closely with businesses on brand adoption, protection, and enforcement in the U.S. He received his J.D. from New York University School of Law in 2014, his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of Nebraska in 2010, and B.S.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

While the defendants subsequently proposed a new logo during the proceedings, the plaintiff rejected it, asserting that it continued to resemble its own branding. Additionally, it was also pointed out that the respondents had previously admitted to copying the said design in a prior legal dispute settled in 2019.

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SpicyIP

MAY 20, 2024

Shamnad Basheer 1976-2019; taken at NUJS, Kolkata circa 2009. SpicyIP Tidbit: Delhi High Court grants an Ex-parte Ad interim Injunction to Designer Gaurav Gupta On DHC’s recent interim injunction to designer Gaurav Gupta, Surabhi highlights the problem with the Court’s one glove fits all approach in this tidbit.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 27, 2025

It is a pro-brand judgment. While it is heartening to see a small, family-run brand beat the pantomime villain of rip-offs, this decision may have a broader impact. Arnold LJ in Thatchers said that reading is incorrect ([150]), referring to Whirlpool v Kenwood ( [2009] EWCA Civ 753 ) and Argos v Argos Systems ( [2018] EWCA Civ 2211 ).

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 11, 2022

2021 saw several important milestones in the biosimilars space, including the much anticipated first interchangeable designations by FDA and the approval of the first ophthalmology biosimilar. Branded Semglee ® : 5% off WAC of Lantus ® , with high rebates. Introduction. Semglee ® (Mylan (Viatris) / Biocon). insulin glargine-yfgn.

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