43(B)log

JUNE 20, 2022

It has a 2014 registration for “Darkside NYC” for live musical performances by a band; the production of musical sound recordings; and websites with information about music or entertainment. There was no progressive encroachment here; both bands were in NY as of 2013 with the same name and same services. Fans often call it “Darkside.”

Music 57

Music Branding Brands Branding 57

The IPKat

DECEMBER 17, 2021

According to the SCA, the target market for the products was made up of discerning consumers who were more concerned with the precise brand of watch they required, and who would be less likely to be deceived or confused by the limited similarities between the marks.

Trademark 96

Trademark IP Registering Trademarks Branding 96

The IPKat

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Background On 12 April 2022 Paredes Holding Center SL (the Applicant) filed an application for the EU registration of the position trade mark no. The public has become accustomed to identifying a particular brand of running shoe or sports shirt based solely on a distinctive sign. 7 (1)(b) of the EUTMR.

Television 70

Television Branding Brands Branding 70

SpicyIP

JANUARY 2, 2022

The plaintiff was granted, through an agreement, an exclusive non-transferable, non-assignable license for selling, supplying, and distributing the defendant’s brands in domestic and international markets. In this case, the Bombay High Court ruled that registration of copyright is not mandatory for obtaining relief in an infringement action.

IP 138

IP Intellectual Property Copyright Trademark 138

43(B)log

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

16, 2024) WCT offers a mobile-fitness app called “Bike+” and owns a trademark registration for that name. WCT’s Bike+ mark started as an ITU application on November 23, 2013 for “Downloadable mobile applications for recording and managing cycling activities.” Peloton’s core brand is Peloton. World Champ Tech LLC v.

Marketing 57

Marketing Marketing Trademark Branding 57

SpicyIP

JULY 19, 2021

Serious Comparative Advertising: Broadening the Definition. In this guest post , Sangita Sharma analyses the law around comparative advertisements in India. She contends that the ‘fair’ and ‘honest’ use thresholds under Section 30(1)(a) and (b) of the Trade Marks Act should come to the rescue of such advertisements. Other Posts.

Advertising 105

Advertising Advertising Non-Fungible Tokens Intellectual Property 105

The IPKat

JANUARY 6, 2022

In my view the judgment is controversial and arguably misses the bigger picture, including the cumulative impact of more and more broadly drafted registrations on the practice of trade marks. The same could also apply to a company registration. SkyKick has said it would appeal – again – this time to the UK Supreme Court.

Registration 96

Registration Cease and Desist Branding Brands 96

The IPKat

JUNE 11, 2022

Do a quick Google search and you will find many sites explaining the history and significance of the phrase to Apple and its branding, and how it brought a new wave of popularity and interest to a floundering Apple company as of 1997. from 14 October 2011 to 13 October 2016).

Advertising 97

Advertising Advertising Reporting Branding 97

SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Regardless, it sent a cease and desist to the defendants in 2022 who have a shop in Jaipur with a similar name and have registered the word mark in 2013. What stands out here is that the Court granted an injunction in favour of the Plaintiff based on earlier registration without considering the non-use of the mark by them.

Designs 52

Designs Design Trademark Cease and Desist 52

The IPKat

JUNE 23, 2022

Given that finding and clearing a new brand purely from a legal perspective can take months, it is interesting to note that when a Defendant loses an infringement case it will almost certainly be ordered to rebrand within days, weeks at the most. The parties were back in court in January for a form of order hearing.

Branding 70

Branding Brands Branding Litigation 70

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. The National IPR Policy of 2016 has resulted in increasing IP registration since its inception.

IP 40

IP Intellectual Property Branding Brands 40

IP Whiteboard

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

BGL and its subsidiaries ( BGL Group ), including Manolo Blahnik, manufacture, distribute and sell luxury shoes and accessories bearing the “MANOLO BLAHNIK” name and brand, which are sold in over 65 countries including Australia. In Australia, Manolo Blahnik owns a number of trade mark registrations including: Reg No. Trade mark.

Branding 52

Branding Brands Branding Designs 52