IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Third, rights must be registered and enforced in the Philippines under local laws. trademark and patent registrations will not protect rights holders’ IP in the Philippines. The Philippines Intellectual Property Office (IPOPHL) maintains a registry of patents and trademarks that is widely recognized in Southeast Asia.

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Kashishipr

AUGUST 4, 2021

Several courts have had trouble in applying substantive Trademark Law to this field of technology. It may also be a proactive threat to trademark owners; thus, this article delves into the question of whether or not a name or logo of a cryptocurrency can function as a legitimate trademark. Understanding Cryptocurrency.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Introduction The case revolved around the unauthorised use of the Infosys trademark by Southern Infosys Limited. This is an important ruling that underscores the importance of trademark protection and issues of infringement. Plaintiff’s Arguments The Infosys trademark has been used since 1981.

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JD Supra Law

JUNE 20, 2022

Federal trademark registration is the Holy Grail for companies, especially franchises, looking to expand their footprint and access a national audience. By: Stark & Stark

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Patently-O

MAY 28, 2024

The names in this case are a bit confusing — often the case in trademark disputes. And the winery owns the registered mark PAUL HOBBS for wine. The same trademark attorney handled all these cases for Mr. Hobbs through “his” various companies. Winemaker Mr. Paul Hobbs founded Hobbs Winery.

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Intepat

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The year 2022 has been an extremely important year for the development of trademark jurisprudence in India. There have been various landmark judgements which have not only highlighted cardinal principles of trademark law but have also given a nuanced understanding of how Courts interpret statutory trademark provisions.

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43(B)log

MARCH 10, 2023

Zamfir alleged that CasperLab’s officers and agents told him that they would register the Casper trademark on his behalf, so he didn’t register the Casper trademark himself. Instead, CasperLab filed two trademark applications to register the Casper mark in its own name.

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Traverse Legal Blog

MARCH 8, 2022

In this video, we will also examine the legal strategies each project got right on trademark registration and copyright licensing. What Is A Trademark & How Does It Impact NFT Drops? A trademark can be any word or phrase symbol design combination of things that identifies your goods and services in the marketplace.

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JD Supra Law

DECEMBER 16, 2021

As a business, the rights and privileges of registering your trademark provide the keys to understanding the potential remedies available if someone infringes on your mark. Trademarks left unregistered are more vulnerable and have minimal legal protection. Watch the webinar to learn what you have to. By: Whitcomb Selinsky, PC

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IP Intelligence

JANUARY 1, 2024

As the new year gets underway, we want to flag the newest misleading trademark email scams, as these communications have become more advanced in their targeting. Recently, the fraudulent scammers have become more sophisticated with their solicitations by claiming to be attorneys or law firms with expertise in trademark law.

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 20, 2024

However, it provides both good challenges and opportunities under trademark law. The blog covers how trademarks evolve in the era of social media and influencer marketing, analyzing legal uncertainties, protection mechanisms, and best practices for commercial usage. It has also brought a lot of challenges.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

AUGUST 2, 2022

Assignment has been defined in Section 2(1)(b) of the Trademarks Act, 1999. The assignor or the registered proprietor can assign the trademark for consideration under section 37 of the Act. In the case of registered trademarks, the assignment has to be recorded in the Trademark Registry.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Defining Trademark A “trademark” is a mark which is used for a commercial purpose. How do trademarks function? Trademarks reduces the chance of confusion: Trademarks helps in preventing confusion in the minds of consumers by indicating the source and quality of the product, they are intending to use.

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Kashishipr

APRIL 13, 2022

With the Metaverse and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) being the common buzzwords as of late, the USPTO (US Patent & Trademark Office) has been experiencing a significant rise in the number of Trademark Applications filed in the virtual sphere to safeguard the products and services.

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Patent Trademark Blog

APRIL 28, 2022

How are trademark rights determined in the US? In the US, trademark rights are generally given to the first one to use a mark. Except for a few limited circumstances, the first user is the rightful trademark owner in the US. The term common law arises most frequently in the context of an unregistered trademark.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 16, 2021

CPL Industries Limited , dismissed an appeal from the High Court in a copyright infringement, trademark infringement and passing-off suit between two pharmaceutical companies. CPL had a registered trademark in the word “Conphamol” and the design of the product packaging. Today, we begin with developments in the copyright field.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 31, 2022

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) maintains two trademark Registers: the Principal Register and the Supplemental Register. As the chart below shows, these Registers share some important commonalties but also have key differences. Principal Register. Supplemental Register.

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IP and Legal Filings

JANUARY 31, 2023

The main assets of any fashion firm that are virtual designs, may need to be protected as trade dress under trademark law. For undisputed ownership of virtual designs, Intellectual Property (IP) laws must be thoroughly handled with. As a result, the trademark classes might need to be redefined.

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Intepat

DECEMBER 1, 2023

For both individuals and businesses, trademarks stand as valuable assets, offering protection for unique brands, logos, and slogans. However, there are instances where an individual perceives that a trademark application by another person infringes upon their rights or interests. What is Trademark Opposition?

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SpicyIP

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The plaintiff claimed to have used the trademark “POLO” since 1967. The defendants were using the trademarks “POLO,” “POLO BY RALPH LAUREN,” and a device of a polo player for their footwear products, which closely resembled the plaintiff’s marks. Mrs Arti Gupta & Anr.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Last week we published 9 posts on topics such as our comments on the proposed Trademarks (1st Amendment) Rules, the Madras High Court’s decision with respect to patentability of business methods, and Union Minister of State for Commerce’s response on ability of the current IPR regime to cater concerns arising out of AI generated work.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 28, 2022

NFT creation, investment, sale, and ownership interest exists in Indonesia and elsewhere in the world. Trademark: NFTs may also be protected as a trademark. Article 1(1) of Indonesia’s Trademark Law defines trademark. Introduction. Non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”) continue to be popular.

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Kashishipr

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The Trademark Rights have clearly explained the essentials and attributes of a trademark. A trademark exists in the form of an expression, slogan, or any other sign identifying the services or products of one business and distinguishing them from those of others in the market. Exploring the Essentials of a Good Trademark.

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TraskBritt Intellectual Property

MARCH 22, 2021

Trademarks are powerful marketing tools that can help a potential customer not only to recall the associated brand but also to affiliate the words of the trademark with that brand. You may want to trademark a phrase to control how your brand is perceived in the minds of potential customers. Doing this has several advantages.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 16, 2023

Essential Benefits of Trademark Registration – Part 6 This is the sixth in a series of posts about the benefits of having your trademark registered. A registered trademark serves as a deterrent to potential infringers. Minimizing Brand Confusion Brand confusion can erode consumer trust and loyalty.

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Kashishipr

JUNE 3, 2021

As embodied in the Internal Revenue Code, IRS regulations, and case laws, IP includes patents, trademarks, copyright, trade secrets, know-how, and computer software. The same serves as a disincentive to transferring ownership of IP outside the US. The United States of America. For purposes of the US tax law, IP can take many forms.

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Patentably Defined

APRIL 28, 2020

Trademarks protect brands. The single best way to do that is with a Federal trademark registration. Here are seven practical reasons why you need to get a Federal trademark for your brand. A Federal trademark makes establishing ownership a mere formality. A trademark is an exclusive right to use your name or logo.

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Kashishipr

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Owning a trademark undoubtedly counts as one of the most valuable and crucial assets for every business company or organization. Hence, it becomes imperative not to stay ignorant about a Trademark Assignment. Moreover, trademark assignment proves to be beneficial for both parties involved. Overview of Trademark Assignment.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Introduction Trademarks may include any distinctive sign or mark that contributes in differentiating goods or services those of the competitors. In order to maintain the owner’s rights, a trademark must be used and periodically renewed; otherwise, the proprietor might lose the validity and the right of enforcing the trademark.

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Kashishipr

AUGUST 2, 2021

The IP rights holders can either record their IP beforehand, enabling the Customs authority to suo motu monitor shipments and exclude, detain, seize, destroy, or dispose of the merchandise that it suspects to be counterfeit or infringing the recorded trademark; or make a complaint to the Customs authority under the domestic Customs legislation.

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Kashishipr

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

An assignment is, in spirit, a transfer of ownership, even if it is partial. It means that only the owner of the copyright can transfer the ownership of the copyright to a third party. It would help in retaining ownership, thereby licensing only certain rights to another party. What is an Assignment of Copyright?

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43(B)log

MARCH 31, 2023

The court denied a motion to dismiss on copyright and trademark etc. Copyright ownership: At this stage, the court accepted as true the allegation that Darger did not gift his works to the Lerners. 28, 2023) Darger “was an artist who died in obscurity but whose work received significant posthumous acclaim.”

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 22, 2022

Lara is a leader in Africa trademark law, and represents the interests of numerous international companies in counterfeit enforcement and brand protection matters. Why should international companies seek to register their trademarks in Nigeria? What are the general steps in seeking a trademark registration?

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 22, 2022

Lara is a leader in Africa trademark law, and represents the interests of numerous international companies in counterfeit enforcement and brand protection matters. Why should international companies seek to register their trademarks in Nigeria? What are the general steps in seeking a trademark registration?

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Kashishipr

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Any form of Intellectual Property (IP) , be it a trademark, patent, or copyright, can be licensed to third parties. Through IP licensing, IP rights holders grant third parties the exclusive right to use their IP while retaining their ownership.

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TraskBritt Intellectual Property

MARCH 18, 2021

Intellectual property law includes patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets and is an important consideration for any new business. This article will address trademarks and copyrights, but the law firm of TraskBritt can assist with any intellectual property law needs. Trademarks and copyrights offer different protections.

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IPilogue

JANUARY 26, 2022

This involved updating Alectra’s record of registered trademarks using information from external legal counsel. My unique contributions to the audit included drafting memoranda for departments, requesting information that could be helpful to Alectra in trademark opposition and expungement proceedings.

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